WorldBoston Recommends 02/13/23-02/17/23

China and the U.S. | Great Decisions

Hybrid Event

Wednesday, February 15

6:00 – 7:30 PM ET

Will the recent Chinese spy balloon incident usher in a new era of escalating military tension between the U.S. and China? Join WorldBoston when we host Dr. David Lampton, Senior Research Fellow at the Johns Hopkins SAIS Foreign Policy Institute, to discuss the fragile U.S.-China relationship. The program will feature expert remarks from Dr. Lampton, live audience Q&A, and time for networking and discussion with other globally-oriented participants.

Improving Sanctions Enforcement Against Russia: The Challenge of 2023

Monday, February 13

10:00 – 11:00 AM ET

In the year since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Western sanctions have expanded by forty-two percent. What steps should sanctions-wielding authorities take going forward? Join the Atlantic Council for this discussion on the efficacy of sanctions against Russia featuring Peter Piatetsky, Daniel Tannebaum, and Ellen Wald.

EU Energy Security: A Conversation with Maroš Šefčovič and Ernest Moniz

Wednesday, February 15

9:00 – 9:45 AM ET

Join the Center for Strategic and International Studies for a conversation on energy security, clean energy, and energy supply chains featuring Maroš Šefčovič, Vice-President for Interinstitutional Relations and Foresight at the European Commission, and Dr. Ernest Moniz, President & CEO of the Energy Futures Initiative.

The Nigerian Elections: A Conversation with U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria Mary Beth Leonard

Thursday, February 16

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET

What will be the outcome of the upcoming Nigerian general election? Join the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University as they host United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Beth Leonard, for a conversation on contemporary Nigerian politics.

Senator Josh Hawley on China and Ukraine: A Time for Truth

Thursday, February 16

12:00 – 12:45 PM ET

Join The Heritage Foundation for a discussion featuring United States Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO). This conversation will explore how a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan and the war in Ukraine may challenge the safety of Americans at home. Senator Hawley will also discuss a new defense policy based on the biggest threats to the U.S.

The Importance of Diversity and Representation in American Foreign Policy

Thursday, February 16

7:00 – 8:00 PM ET

How does a lack of diversity in the diplomatic corps undercut the promotion of American interests and values abroad? Join the World Affairs Council of Seattle as they host Alexandria J. Maloney, Maleeka Glover, and Heather Yang Hwalek to discuss the importance of DEIA in foreign policy.

Mechanism For Coordinating African Diaspora Disaster Response in Africa

Saturday, February 18

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM ET

Diaspora communities are becoming increasingly critical in humanitarian efforts in Africa. Join the African Bridge Network for a conversation on mechanisms of coordination that make humanitarian relief efforts successful.