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The Future of Diplomacy Project's Spring Semester in Review

Published: May. 15, 2019

What an exciting Spring 2019 semester that we have had at the Future of Diplomacy Project. Here are some highlights from our events.

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield — Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield discussing Africa's future and why it must be a priority for US policymakers.

Congressman Joe Kennedy III — Congressman Joe Kennedy III (D-MA) providing his insights on the intersection between domestic and foreign policy.

Ambassador Kristie Kenney — Ambassador Kristie Kenney discussing the opportunities and challenges in North Korea, China, and democracy in Southeast Asia

Ms. Lindiwe Mazibuko — Our Fisher Family Fellow, Lindiwe Mazibuko discussing why young Africans should avail themselves for political leadership and government appointment.

Dr. Kiron Skinner — Dr. Kiron Skinner (Director of Policy Planning at the U.S. State Department) sharing her perspectives and insights on President Trump's foreign policy priorities.

Ms. Farah Pandith — Our Belfer Fellow Farah Pandith in a Forum Event with Eric Rosenbach, George Selim, and Juliette Kayyem sharing the various approaches to combat extremism.

The Right Honourable Douglas Alexander — Our Senior Fellow, the Right Honourable Douglas Alexander hosting a discussion on what to expect from the Brexit vote.

Jason Rezaian and Yeganeh Salehi — Jason Rezaian, an American-Iranian and former Washington Post Tehran Bureau Chief, and his wife Yeganeh (Yegi) Salehi detailing their arrest by the Iranian police and their time spent in Iranian prison.