A Conversation with Dr. Hotez on the lessons of COVID-19
by Analys Barinaga Long before 2020, Dr. Peter Hotez’s lab had been researching coronaviruses and developing vaccines to ward against them. When COVID-19 swept across the world, Dr. Hotez’s work took on a new and urgent importance. He led an initiative, along with Dr....
The Long Unrest of the Iranian People
by Niki Dashtban Social unrest erupts in Iran as the country’s economic state plummets, a result of facing years of severe U.S.-led sanctions. At the same time, negotiations for a second nuclear deal in Vienna have paused between Iran and the world powers. Despite...
Infodemic: A Conversation with Joel Simon on the Shifting Relationship Between Journalists, Governments, and the Public
by Analys Barinaga The legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed life for people around the world, from the greater incorporation of technology into our lives to the increased awareness of communicable diseases. One particularly significant effect is...
International Affairs and World Affairs Council of Greater Houston
- Cady Mulkey What is International Affairs? International affairs is the study of interactions among sovereign states and the impact of these interactions on global politics, culture, and economics. These interactions help to seek and understand the way...
Introducing the 2021 International Citizens of the Year
We are closely monitoring the situation and reassessing our own health and safety measures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
Global Connections: Global Finance and Energy – Stephen Trauber, Citi’s Global Head of Energy
by Anusha Basra As part of the Global Connections series hosted by the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston (WACH), the council had the opportunity to interview Stephen Trauber, the Global Head of Energy for Citi, a global investment bank. In addition to his...
Conversations with a Conscience, Dr. Alan Steinberg
Conversations with a Conscience, Dr. Alan Steinberg
Houston Global Leaders of Influence, Dialogue with David Morse
Houston Global Leaders of Influence, Dialogue with David Morse
Summarizing the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston’s interview with Consul General Kerber Palma
by Joel Reyes “The best way to understand the world is to really know what’s going on beyond your borders.” - Alice Kerber Palma Following the ferocious and exponential rise of the coronavirus epidemic on the world, Consul General Alicia Kerber Palma has seen...
“Red Dress in Black and White: A Novel” – interview with Elliot Ackerman
-Joel Reyes “Stories are what connect us and how I understand the world. Not only the political contours of the world but the emotional contours of the world. And I believe the two are inextricably linked.” - Elliot Ackerman On July 23rd, 2020, The WACH had the...
Houston Council Cabinet Round table – Belarus and its Road to Democracy
-Aliyan Jafri The power of democracy is on display in Belarus. In the recent presidential election, groups and individuals have challenged the Belarusian government under President Alexander Lukashenko, who the challengers consider to be a dictator. To discuss the...
Leading in Uncertain Times: An Empowering Conversation with General McChrystal & General Huggins
-Everardo Castro The World Affairs Council of Houston had the pleasure of welcoming General McChrystal and General Huggins. General Jim Huggins has served this country for over 35 years. General Stan McChrystal is a retired army 4 star general, as well as the former...
Race & Democracy in The US and Beyond with Dr. Peniel Joseph
-Aliyan Jafri Dr. Joseph Peniel addresses the long and often conflicting intersection of race and democracy throughout U.S. history – from the origins of slavery at the founding of England’s American colonies to the Civil War and Reconstruction to the Civil Rights era...
Canada & the US: Essential Allies for Trade, Energy, and a Changing World
Canada & the US: Essential Allies for Trade, Energy, and a Changing World
Internet Activism and Authoritarian Regime – Jared Cohen
Internet Activism and Authoritarian Regime – Jared Cohen
SWAC: Conversations with a Conscience – International Development with Fatima Raza
SWAC: Conversations with a Conscience – International Development with Fatima Raza
US-China Relations After the Election with Ambassador Kurt Tong
by Joel Reyes The long standing relations between China and the United States has remained the center of foreign policy and international relations debate. With China’s centric approach to economy consistently combating the open market operations of several nations in...
Post Fidel Cuba and its Future with the US – Peter Kornbluh
'-by Everardo Castro The World Affairs Council had the honor of having Peter Kornbluh speak about the relations between the U.S. and Cuba throughout recent history. Peter Kornbluh is the Senior Analyst for the National Security Archive. He has been with the archive...
Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, Admiral James Stavridis: Sailing True North
by Aliyan Jafri Admiral James Stavridis is an Operating Executive of The Carlyle Group, following five years as the 12th Dean of The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. A retired 4-star officer in the U.S. Navy, he led the NATO Alliance in global...
The Man Who Ran Washington – A Summary and Highlights Piece
by Joel Reyes The recent inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and his Vice President Kamala Harris in Washington D.C. provide an ideal environment to introspectively analyze previous presidencies, the current national parties, and especially how American...
Rio’s Post Olympic Political Games – Brian Winter
-Sophia Zimmerman The World Affairs Council of Houston had the pleasure of Brian Winter speaking about the political climate in Brazil post Olympics. Mr. Winter is the Editor-in-chief for Americas Quarterly, Vice President for policy at American Society, the council...
Houston Global Leaders of Influence 2020 – Dialogue with Chris Olson
By TerRe Camille Having come from a background in national government Chris Olson is someone well versed on foreign policy and international affairs. Having a background in Middle Eastern Studies he spent quite some time traversing the North African and Middle Eastern...
Earth’s Sustainability, Progress Towards 2030 Agenda & Lessons Learned from Today: Dr. Andrew Steer
-by Faith Potter The World Affairs Council of Houston had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Andrew Steer, President and CEO of the World Resources Institute, a global research organization dedicated to promoting economic development while protecting the natural...
MBS: The Rise to Power of Mohammed bin Salman
-Terre Camille Mohammed Bin Salman’s rise to power began way before he took power in 2015. TO this day, Saudi Arabia is one of the only monarchies still active today. Utilizing terms such as King and Prince, Saudi Arabia chose to maintain a sedentary lifestyle,...