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80th Birthday Blues: UN's Fight to Stay Relevant

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · 14d

The UN is turning 80 at a moment of crisis: wars, budget cuts, and an antagonistic US president. I had the privilege of speaking with two UN experts, @crisisgroup.org’s @richardgowan1.bsky.social and @kofiannanfdn.bsky.social's Corinne Momal-Vanian.

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Budget cuts, global crises, and a disengaged US, Deep Dish explores the UN at a pivotal moment and whether it can still deliver.

The UN is Turning 80. Is It Still Relevant?

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Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social · 15d

As the General Debate opens at #UNGA, Council experts @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social, @busbyj2.bsky.social, @cooleyoneurasia.bsky.social, @kfriedhoff.bsky.social, @ckafura.bsky.social and @profpaulpoast.bsky.social weigh in on the UN's power and relevance. ⤵️

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From peace and security to climate and technology, Council experts weigh in on whether the United Nations can still deliver on its founding mission.

Democracy under Threat: Global Challenges and Lessons

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Norm Eisen @normeisen.bsky.social · 19d

Amid trends of democratic backsliding globally, truth tellers must stand up

I joined @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social and Susan Stokes @global-affairs.bsky.social to discuss the future of global democracy & solutions to rising threats

Watch here👇-TN

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Leading experts explore how democracies can fight back against authoritarian threats and build resilience.

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · 20d

The @nytimes.com’s Mark Landler joined me on the @global-affairs.bsky.social’s Deep Dish podcast to discuss Trump’s state visit, Starmer’s turmoil, and what this moment means for the US-UK relationship. brnw.ch/21wVT3G

Why Trump’s State Visit Could Shape the UK’s Next Chapter

Britain’s been through Brexit, new leaders, and a new king. What does Trump’s visit reveal about what’s next?

China and the World: How Citizens View Their Country's Global Future

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Craig Kafura @ckafura.bsky.social · Sep 3

Exciting night as we welcome @roguepollster.bsky.social, Yawei Liu, Paul Heer, and @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social to discuss the joint @global-affairs.bsky.social - @cartercenter.bsky.social survey of Chinese public opinion: youtube.com/live/CX_Jebq...

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Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social · 26d

Next Thursday, hear from Julián Ventura and Suzanne Nossel—two of the Council's newest nonresident fellows—as they join
@leslievinjamuri.bsky.social to analyze the future of US global leadership and how countries are adapting to America's shifting foreign policy. brnw.ch/21wVItw

A promotional graphic of the Council's 9/18 event, "America First, World Second? The Future of US Global Leadership," featuring headshots of speakers Julián Ventura, Suzanne Nossel, and Leslie Vinjamuri and event details over a blue background.

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Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social · 22d

We're live! Watch the Council's @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social, @brookings.edu's @normeisen.bsky.social, and the Chicago Center on Democracy's Susan Stokes as they explore how democracies can fight back against authoritarian threats and build resilience ⤵️
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Why Dambisa Moyo Thinks This Economic Moment is Different

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Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social · 27d

Inflation is up. Prices are rising. Why does the global economy feel so unstable right now? Economist Baroness Dambisa Moyo joins @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social on our Deep Dish podcast to explain the forces shaping today’s uncertainty. 🎧 brnw.ch/21wVGa6

The global economy isn’t just slowing—it’s being completely reshaped. Here’s what that means for your future.

Jan Egeland on Syria's Defining Moment and a Humanitarian Reset

Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Sep 4

As world leaders prepare to gather for UNGA 80, Syria’s fragile recovery and the devastation in Gaza reveal the urgent need for a humanitarian reset. Jan Egeland of @NRC_Norway explains why the moment is now to act on this week’s Deep Dish. Listen: brnw.ch/21wVtKL

As the UNGA prepares to open its 80th session, one of the world’s top humanitarian leaders explains where the global aid system is failing—and how we fix it.

China and the World: How Citizens View Their Country's Global Future

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Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social · Sep 2

Join us tomorrow (9/3) as @pauljcheer.bsky.social, Yawei Liu, @roguepollster.bsky.social, and @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social discuss these findings and more. Register now to attend in-person or via livestream: brnw.ch/21wVpho

Join us as we discuss the results of the first-ever survey of Chinese public opinion on foreign policy and what these findings mean for US-China relations and China's role in the world.

Why Beating China Might Be the US' Wrong Focus

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Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social · Aug 28

Xi, Putin, Modi & others are preparing to gather in Tianjin. On Deep Dish, @johnshopkinssais.bsky.social' @jessicacweiss.bsky.social joins @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social to explain why the US-China relationship needs a reset and how reflexive rivalry is making America weaker, not stronger. 🎧⤵️

Is every move against China strengthening the US—or is it just making us weaker? Jessica Chen Weiss breaks it down.

The US and Europe Unite with Ukraine—What Comes Next?

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Alex Dukalskis @alexdukalskis.bsky.social · Aug 22

Was great for me & @cooleyoneurasia.bsky.social to talk with @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social on the the Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social podcast about Ukraine & our new book Dictating the Agenda: The Authoritarian Resurgence in World Politics.

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What do Putin and Trump have in common? Both turn grievance into power, and our guests explain how.

Trump Pushes for Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Aug 19

My interview today with CNN's Richard Quest. On the talks between President Trump, President Zelensky, and European leaders today in Washington.
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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Aug 14

Today @global-affairs.bsky.social we welcome UK Ambassador Lord Peter Mandelson. You can watch his speech and the questions on our website

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British Ambassador Peter Mandelson on Trade, Tech, and Transatlantic Relations

British Ambassador Peter Mandelson explores how the US and UK can strengthen their bilateral relationship in an era of heightened global competition and technological change.

Is India Under Pressure to Pick a Side?

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Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social · Aug 14

As Trump threatens to double tariffs and Putin courts Modi ahead of the Trump-Putin Alaska summit, can India rise as a great power without choosing a side? @ravireports.bsky.social (‪@foreignpolicy.com) and Raghuram Rajan join @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social on our Deep Dish podcast to discuss. 🎧⤵️

As Trump threatens to double tariffs and Putin courts Modi, can India rise as a great power without choosing a side?

Trump’s Tariffs: Can Global Trade Survive the Shock?

Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Aug 12

3% is a shockingly low percentage - Americans do not believe that the US and Russia should decide the terms of peace for Ukraine in the absence of the EU and Ukraine.

Chicago Council on Global Affairs @global-affairs.bsky.social · Aug 11

As Trump and Putin prepare to meet for Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations, Americans think Ukraine and the EU should also have a seat at the table. A March 2025 Council-Ipsos survey finds only 3 percent believe just the US and Russia should decide the terms for peace. brnw.ch/21wUPCc

a bar chart that shows American views on who should be involved in negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine war

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David Henig @davidheniguk.bsky.social · Aug 8

On the subject of tariffs, I was pleased to join the Chicago Council on Global Affairs to discuss the subject for their Deep Dish podcast with @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social and Brent Neiman... globalaffairs.org/commentary-a...

Brent Neiman and David Henig join Deep Dish to break down how Trump's reciprocal tariffs could impact the global economic system.

Trump’s Tariffs: Can Global Trade Survive the Shock?

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Aug 7

Two outstanding economists, one American and one European joined the @ChicagoCouncil’s Deep Dish podcast @BrentNeiman(@ChicagoBooth) and @davidheniguk.bsky.social (@ECIPE) to talk about how states and markets are reacting as Trump’s tariffs go into effect:

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Brent Neiman and David Henig join Deep Dish to break down how Trump's reciprocal tariffs could impact the global economic system.

Is Gaza’s Hunger Crisis Driving the World to Recognize a Palestinian State?

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Jul 31

The hunger crisis in Gaza is fueling a larger diplomatic reckoning. On the Deep Dish podcast, I’m joined by Ambassador Ertharin Cousin, Distinguished Fellow at the Chicago Council, to discuss famine, diplomacy, and the growing movement for Palestinian statehood. Listen: brnw.ch/21wUzLQ

Ertharin Cousin joins Deep Dish to unpack the unfolding hunger crisis in Gaza and explains how calls for Palestinian statehood recognition could reshape the conflict.

Behind the Global Race for AI Dominance

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Jul 24

This week's Chicago Council's Deep Dish podcast @global-affairs.bsky.social With the US rolling back export controls and China doubling down on AI, I spoke with fmr. White House Director for Tech & National Security Nikita Lalwani about the policy implications. globalaffairs.org/commentary-a...

Nikita Lalwani joins Deep Dish to unpack how US industrial policy, national security, and China's tech ambitions are shaping the AI chips competition.

BRICS: Powerful Bloc or Political Theater?

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Jul 17

Thrilled to have Jim O'Neill on Deep Dish, the @global-affairs.bsky.social Chicago Council on Global Affairs podcast. Jim founded the term BRICs when he was at Goldman Sachs and was Chair @chathamhouse.org House

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British economist Lord Jim O'Neill joins Leslie Vinjamuri on Deep Dish to discuss the global relevance of the BRICS.

BRICS: Powerful Bloc or Political Theater?

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Jul 17

Thrilled to have Jim O'Neill on Deep Dish, the @global-affairs.bsky.social Chicago Council on Global Affairs podcast. Jim founded the term BRICs when he was at Goldman Sachs and was Chair @chathamhouse.org House

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British economist Lord Jim O'Neill joins Leslie Vinjamuri on Deep Dish to discuss the global relevance of the BRICS.

US Grand Strategy in a Fractured World

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Jul 10

This week on the @global-affairs.bsky.social Chicago Council's Dish podcast, I spoke with Stanford's Colin Kahl and Tom Wright of the Brookings Institution @tomjwright.bsky.social on grand strategy

Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts:

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Colin Kahl and Tom Wright join Leslie Vinjamuri on Deep Dish to unpack US strategy shifts.

Beyond the Ceasefire: Iran’s Future, America’s Role, and What's Next

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Leslie Vinjamuri @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social · Jul 4

I’m excited to be reviving the @ChicagoCouncil’s Deep Dish #podcast.

I was joined this week by @vali_nasr and @MaloneySuzanne to discuss the Iran-Israel conflict, Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and US strategy.

You can listen here.
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Vali Nasr and Suzanne Maloney join Leslie Vinjamuri on Deep Dish to discuss the Iran-Israel conflict.