Independent Thinking: Europe, Trump and Chagos: What will UK foreign policy look like in 2025?

Threat assessment and practical solutions.

Join us at 10 St James’s Square for a chance to raise a glass with fellow Chatham House members and staff.

A conversation on AI’s global, societal and economic impacts.

A roundtable discussion with Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Izumi Nakamitsu.

Rt Hon Raila Odinga EGH, former Prime Minister of the Republic of Kenya and candidate for African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson, discusses the AU and his vision for the organization’s future.

Join Chatham House Chief Executive and Director Bronwen Maddox for the 2025 Director’s Annual Lecture.

Experts discuss what to expect from a second Trump administration.

Join senior policymakers, space security experts and industry leaders for this unique conference, examining how space actors are tackling conflict and competition and enhancing cooperation in a fracturing world.

Join senior policymakers, business leaders and international security experts at Chatham House for a day of thought-provoking discussions exploring the tools needed to equip military forces with for an increasingly insecure future.

On the road to COP30, join governments and businesses for two days of interactive discussion exploring strategies to secure a resilient future.

Join government officials, global business and civil society leaders to discuss how economic security policies are changing the global landscape and what stakeholders can do to prepare for this.

His Excellency Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Rwanda, outlines Rwanda’s foreign policy vision and key factors shaping the country’s international engagement.

After 1000 days of Kyiv’s resistance, experts discuss how to secure Ukraine’s and Europe’s future.   

A post-US election discussion on the outlook for US economic policy and implications for the global economy.

Held in partnership with the World Gold Council, this panel of experts examines the global Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) landscape and propose policy priorities essential for fostering sector formalization.

Enrico Letta, former prime minister of Italy, and other experts discuss how the European Union’s economy must adapt to a challenging world.

Experts consider the role international law could play in responding to Russia’s forcible movement of people during its war against Ukraine.

What will the US election result mean for the US and for the world?

Dr Abdalla Hamdok, former prime minister of Sudan and chairperson of the Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces (Tagadum), will discuss the prospects for conflict resolution in Sudan.

In a joint event with The Elders, Helen Clark, Ban Ki-moon and other experts discuss the policies needed to prevent the next health catastrophe. A drinks reception will follow this event.

The lead US negotiator for the Paris Agreement discusses why the landmark agreement still matters and international climate cooperation is possible in today’s fractured geopolitical environment.

The DRC’s Minister of Foreign Affairs discusses the country’s approach to regional stability and the role of international partnerships in securing economic prosperity.

After pivotal elections, experts discuss what the declared results and reactions mean for Georgia.

Experts assess the status of ties between Africa and Europe in a rapidly changing world, launching a new book that explores how misconceptions in the relationship can harm Africa’s economic agenda.

As part of Black History Month, this event celebrates the enduring contributions of African and Caribbean communities to the UK.

The Minister of State for Development discusses the new government’s international development priorities.

The former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine offers insight into the evolution of Russia’s war against his country, and what to expect next.

The expert panel explores the role of the private sector in financing recovery projects.

The former Speaker of the House of Representatives discusses challenges to American democracy and the importance of leadership in an election year.

After the conclusion elections in both countries, Lord Bilimoria and other experts explore how the Indian and UK governments will engage with a new political environment.

As Israel’s war in Gaza reaches the year mark, and with war spreading, what can the world expect in the Middle East?

This panel explores the state of the US presidential election following the vice presidential debate.

The former United Nations Under-Secretary-General describes how a weakening multilateralism system and dysfunctional political diplomacy can be revitalized by a humanitarian approach.

This webinar explores what is at stake for US policy in key regions around the globe.

Experts discuss the current direction and challenges facing China’s leadership under Xi Jinping.

Senior research fellow David Lubin takes on your questions about the role of the dollar in the global economy in a fractured global order. Submit your questions in advance.

Navigating long-standing tensions and newfound difficulties for unlocking shared prosperity among modern, digital economies.

This event will discuss how the ongoing Gaza war is impacting the region and the role external actors can play to support de-escalation.

Sir Nick Clegg outlines how democracies can harness technology and prevent abuses.

David Miliband discusses how the climate crisis, extreme poverty and conflict are becoming inextricably linked and how the global community must respond.

Debate between the candidates for Commonwealth Secretary-General.