Expert comment Financial regulators need to get ahead of the curve on private credit The dramatic rise in private credit and its links points to a need for regulators to get ahead of the curve on monitoring systemic risk and protecting retail investors.
Expert comment US refusal to renew USMCA trade deal brings uncertainty for Mexico. But the treaty is far from dead The US–Mexico–Canada agreement now faces a decade of annual reviews. But the fact that the treaty will remain in place during negotiations is the most important outcome.
Video London Conference 2026: Europe’s defence: Building resilience against permanent threat The panel explored the key issues shaping European defence today in the face of hybrid threats from Russia.
Expert comment What the UK government should do on AI and tech policy Britain’s next prime minister faces major policy decisions on tech and AI. They should aim to strengthen the UK’s tech sovereignty by building the national strengths – and the alliances – that give a middle power leverage in a shifting order.
Expert comment Climate diplomacy has gone freelance. Multilateralism must adapt, not disappear The recent London Climate Action Week revealed that while formal climate multilateralism remains under strain, climate diplomacy is becoming more diffused, implementation oriented and focused on delivering security.
Iran Research examines Iran’s domestic politics, social change, and prospects for economic reform, alongside Iran’s role in regional conflicts.
US foreign policy US global influence remains strong but is seen as being in decline - especially economically - as China, India and Russia begin to exert more influence.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) It is widely accepted that NATO is the premier security organization in Europe, but its overall purpose in a post-cold war world remains contested.
China Analysing China’s foreign, domestic and economic policy, bilateral relations, and its role in global governance, trade and the international order.
War in Ukraine Examining how Ukraine can be best supported to end the Russian invasion, and successfully rebuild its society, infrastructure, and economy.
Israel and Palestine Research includes work on the ongoing peace process, Palestine’s accession to the ICC, and the constantly evolving situation in Gaza.
Video London Conference 2026: A region in flux: The new geopolitics of the Middle East Experts discuss the future of the Middle East, including what Iran will do next and whether Israel will exert its dominance.
Video London Conference 2026: The Alliance after Ankara: Is NATO dead? Just the day after the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, the first session of Chatham House’s 2026 London Conference addressed the future of alliance.
Expert comment New leaders in Peru and Colombia may find it hard to deliver on their promises The new presidents are part of a swing to the right in Latin American politics – but can they govern such divided societies?
Audio NATO in Ankara: Is Europe ready for a Russian attack? In this week’s episode of the Independent Thinking podcast, our experts discuss the outcomes of this year’s NATO summit and what it means for the future of the transatlantic relationship.
News release European NATO has four years to re-establish ‘escalation dominance’ over Russia, conference hears Following this week’s Ankara NATO summit, General Sir Richard Barrons told the Chatham House London Conference that European countries must act to re-establish deterrence in the light of US drawdown in Europe.
News release ‘Shaping Global Order’ exhibition at the 2026 London Conference An exhibition at this year’s conference showcases the extraordinary diversity of speakers in Chatham House’s history, as captured by specialist portrait photographer Ander McIntyre.
Expert comment Can a Burnham government make Britain a global leader in science and technology? The next UK prime minister should make it a priority to provide strategic focus for Britain’s science and technology strategy.
Expert comment NATO summit is Europe’s moment to turn crisis into opportunity Erosion of public trust in US leadership and the growing Russian threat are opportunities for European NATO allies to build public support for fast and decisive action on defence.
Expert comment Burnham should use a ‘Makerfield Test’ to ground UK foreign policy in real places An international form of Andy Burnham’s ‘Manchesterism’ could strengthen UK foreign policy by making it inseparable from outcomes in UK regions.
Expert comment Tensions between the US and Europe loom large over NATO summit Disagreements over the Iran war and defence procurement threaten to turn the annual summit into another theatre for division and distract from the threat from Russia.
The World Today Open access The World Today Britain’s place in the new world order We are facing a storm of geopolitical instability, economic coercion, AI and climate change – and it’s likely to get worse. But by working more closely with Europe and seeking greater cooperation outside the big trading blocs, Britain can build global alliances to secure the future of its people, writes Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper.
Expert comment Will NATO be convinced by the UK Defence Investment Plan? A tortuous process has produced a plan that does not set a clear path towards meeting the UK’s defence expenditure targets. But it includes many elements which will make the UK a more attractive collaborative partner for NATO allies.
Audio USA at 250: Soft power, hard power and the future of the American dream In this episode of Independent Thinking, Bronwen Maddox is joined by Laurel Rapp and Ambassador Tim Davis to discuss America’s international role and its domestic divisions as it approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding.
Expert comment Will the UK’s next prime minister finally have a ‘national conversation’ on defence? The Defence Investment Plan recommits the UK to a national conversation on defence and security. The failure to deliver one so far undermines public trust and leaves the UK vulnerable to hybrid threats.
Expert comment What can financial regulators learn from Formula 1? Formula 1’s regulator uses a diverse toolkit of rules and penalties to deliver multiple objectives. This could hold lessons for financial regulators as they respond to a rapidly evolving financial system.
Expert comment On its 250th birthday, the US is still defined by its fault lines The most urgent fault line in US politics is between those who believe in the system of government and those who do not. It is, in fact, the foundational US fault line being relitigated for modern times.
Expert comment The US government’s latest U-turn on Anthropic’s Mythos sends mixed signals on AI governance The Trump administration’s approach to controlling US companies’ powerful AI capabilities is volatile. It undercuts global safety and governance at a pivotal time.
Expert comment Europe watches the next American revolution take shape Europe cannot affect the course of America’s latest reinvention, as it did 250 years ago. But it can adapt to a more unhappy relationship.
Expert comment Netanyahu is caught between Trump and a hard place As Trump and Netanyahu fall out over Iran war – and how to end it – the Israeli prime minister is caught between US pressure and domestic opinion ahead of crucial elections.
Expert comment Why demining the Strait of Hormuz will be difficult – but also presents an opportunity Clearing the busy international waterway of mines is a complex challenge that will take time and international coordination. But it could help to build trust between the US and Iran during negotiations.
Audio Can Andy Burnham save Labour? In this week’s episode of Independent Thinking, our experts discuss Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation and the challenges awaiting the Labour Party’s next leader.
Expert comment China sets out its vision for a new global order – but will it commit the resources to match its ambition? China’s new white paper on global governance highlights its balancing act between global ambitions and financial restraint.
Expert comment Putin’s Asia diplomacy may help Russia avoid isolation. But it won’t deliver his goals in Ukraine Moscow’s recent engagement with ASEAN and Beijing shows it is not as isolated as Western countries had hoped. But it will not end the war in Ukraine in Russia’s favour.
Research paper Why a ‘whole-of-society’ model is essential for Ukraine’s recovery Ukraine’s wartime resilience is due in no small part to a high level of cooperation by citizens, local community leaders, philanthropic organizations and the private sector. This collaborative spirit must also be applied to the post-war recovery.
Expert comment Will the US–Iran ceasefire hold? Both sides want to buy time. But other factors like midterm elections, Israel, and deep mistrust may intervene.
Audio It isn't easy being green: The UK's net zero trilemma In this episode of Independent Thinking, our experts discuss the decline of the cross-party consensus on net zero.
Expert comment Britain’s next prime minister faces deep foreign policy challenges – whether Burnham or another Whoever is leading the country must deal with a fundamental shift in the UK’s most important relations – with the US and Europe – in an increasingly dangerous world.
Expert comment The US–Iran memorandum of understanding nods to international law. Can that be taken seriously? The memorandum restores the prohibition on the use of force, seeks a binding resolution at the UN to endorse a ‘final deal,’ and relies on multilateral institutions to implement it. But are the US and Iran really returning to compliance with international law?
Expert comment Macron’s Evian summit shows the limits Trump places on the G7 France achieved as much as could have been expected at its G7 Summit, but this was well short of what the world needs. A new approach is needed.
Expert comment Will Colombia elect a far-right president? Iván Cepeda and Abelardo de la Espriella represent opposite ends of the political spectrum. But neither appear to have the solutions to Colombia’s problems.
Webinar Online Can Iraq’s new government survive Middle East instability? Learn how the new administration in Baghdad is navigating regional tensions and internal divisions under a fragile political settlement.
Address In person and Online Canada in a new economic era: Minister of Industry Mélanie Joly on Canada’s industrial strategy and middle-power diplomacy Join this fascinating discussion of Ottawa’s efforts to develop its industrial strategy and build middle power economic partnerships at a time of strategic constraint.
Webinar Online How has the Iran war changed Gulf security? Hear from experts how Gulf capitals are rethinking their security partnerships and defence technologies after the war.
Panel In person and Online Perspectives on Ankara: The security and defence implications of the NATO Summit Understand how summit commitments on defence spending, innovation and industrial capacity can strengthen NATO’s future security posture.
Panel In person and Online US at 250: Separation vs. concentration of power – America’s enduring constitutional debate The third session in the US at 250 mini-series explores how checks and balances continue to shape American democracy.
Panel Recording US at 250: Trade vs. Protectionism – America’s enduring economic debate Join us at Chatham House for the second in the US at 250 mini-series. This discussion assesses America’s struggle to balance independence, openness, and strategic competition in the global economy.
Panel Recording Iran, the ceasefire and the Gulf: what comes next Learn how the war with the US and Israel has affected Iran’s diplomacy, security outlook, and internal politics.
Panel Recording From values to action: Where do LGBTIQ+ rights sit in UK foreign policy? In an increasingly contested world order and with global threats to LGBTIQ+ rights, experts discuss a path forward for LGBTIQ+ rights and the rule of law in UK foreign policy. This panel discussion will be followed by a reception and networking.
Panel Recording Can cities and states lead the shift to climate resilience? Hear from mayors, governors and regional leaders driving climate action and resilience from the ground up.
Panel Recording Europe after Nord Stream: The limits of energy security As the debate continues in Brussels over how to defend infrastructure and strengthen energy independence, hear from experts on how Europe is facing up to this ongoing risk.
Panel Recording Making the case for COP in a fractured geopolitical environment Leaders of the world’s foremost climate conference - COP - set out how environmental diplomacy can still deliver.
Address Recording Brexit 10 years on: Michel Barnier and the future of UK-EU relations Join a fascinating discussion with the EU’s former chief Brexit negotiator to assess a decade of change and the future of EU-UK relations.
Panel Recording How might an African credit rating agency improve the continent's financing conditions? This panel discussion, held in collaboration with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, assesses the potential impact of the African Credit Rating Agency on reducing borrowing costs and lowering barriers to financing for African countries.
Webinar Recording What is necessary to return Venezuela to stable economic growth and democracy after the US operation? How to bring credible elections, rule of law and economic recovery to Venezuela.
Panel Recording New advocates and the future of international human rights As governments and multilateral institutions retreat, a new generation of advocates is reshaping the debate and proposing reform.
Panel Recording Targeting medics on the battlefield: addressing the crisis through law and practice Experts clarify international humanitarian law and promote compliance by identifying practical measures for its effective implementation.
Panel Recording AI, work, and the future of global competitiveness Learn what LinkedIn data reveals about AI, growth and workforce change.
Webinar Recording Armenia’s pivotal election: What is at stake? Experts examine the tensions facing Armenian democracy, the election’s importance for the peace process with Azerbaijan, and the role of external actors, including Russia and the West.
Address Recording Navigating a changing global order: Ghana’s strategic priorities Join us as HE John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, reflects on how Ghana is navigating an increasingly multipolar world while promoting African agency and regional stability.
Panel Recording US at 250: Internationalism vs. isolationism – America’s enduring foreign policy debate This session explores the competing ideas shaping American foreign policy and how it will evolve in the years ahead. A reception will follow this event.
Address Recording Dr Fatih Birol, IEA Executive Director, on the Strait of Hormuz crisis and global energy security Fatih Birol assesses how Middle East tensions are reshaping global energy markets and economic stability.
Panel Recording From destruction to recovery: Building Ukraine’s future prosperity Half day conference on the war-time recovery of Ukraine and necessary policies to support its long-term prosperity building on the experience and analysis of both Chatham House and the EBRD.
Panel Recording How can African institutions deliver in the Great Lakes peace process? What can the African Union and regional bodies do to deliver durable peace in the Great Lakes?
Panel Recording The Australian model: Navigating the US–China divide with Malcolm Turnbull Chatham House welcomes Malcolm Turnbull, former Prime Minister of Australia, to draw on his experience managing the full arc of Australia’s complex foreign relations.
Panel Recording The new Eurasian chessboard: Power, connectivity and strategic resources Join us for an expert panel exploring how the EU, the UK, the US, and Turkey can navigate great power competition in Central Asia and harness the region’s growing strategic and economic potential.
Panel Recording Canada’s foreign and energy policy: In conversation with the Premier of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith discusses Alberta’s vision for Canada’s role in the world at a moment of acute external pressure and internal debate.
Panel Recording Justice for Ukraine: Supporting survivors of war crimes and building international solidarity Following the launch of the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression, the Register of Damage and the Claims Commission in The Hague, experts explore how a comprehensive transitional justice policy can bolster survivor support and global solidarity with Ukraine.
Panel Recording ‘Parliaments in dialogue’: Bringing Westminster and Brussels closer together to defend Europe Join us at Chatham House to hear from UK and European parliamentarians and defence experts about how to improve defence cooperation between Britain and Europe.
Panel Recording The not‑so‑special relationship? Can UK-US relations survive Trump 2.0? The House of Lords International Relations and Defence Committee chaired by Lord Robertson joins us at Chatham House from 12:00 to 13:00 BST. The session will explore the future of UK-US relations, amid long‑term US policy shifts and recent political upheavals. The room is full, but you can watch online.
Webinar Recording Profiting from chaos? Russia’s energy windfall from a fragmented Middle East Experts assess how conflict in the Middle East is reshaping energy markets, driving Russia’s gains, and undermining the impact of Western sanctions.
Panel Recording AI and National Security: Who's Really in Control? Experts discuss who controls AI, and on whose terms.
Address Recording Aid, conflict and global leadership: UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher In conversation with Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, about the most pressing humanitarian and conflict issues facing the United Nations today, and what role the UK can play.
Address Recording Ahmed al‑Sharaa, President of Syria, on Syria’s future The president will outline a vision for Syria amid regional turmoil.
Chatham House Prize Recording Chatham House Prize 2025: A humanitarian lifeline in Sudan Please join us as Sudan’s grassroots mutual aid groups, the Emergency Response Rooms (ERRs), accept the Chatham House Prize.
Panel Recording US-China: What are the two superpowers competing for? From trade wars and Taiwan to a fracturing global order, this event examines how the US should approach its relationship with China and what’s at stake for the UK, Europe, and beyond.
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