

World Review with Ivo Daalder
Ivo Daalder
Global events move fast—World Review helps you keep up. Each Friday, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder brings together leading journalists and experts to break down what’s happening, why it matters, and what comes next.
A Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs podcast from Harvard Kennedy School. ivodaalder.substack.com
A Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs podcast from Harvard Kennedy School. ivodaalder.substack.com
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Jul 14, 2023 • 44min
NATO and Ukraine, Israel's Judicial Coup, and French Unrest
Ukraine's path to joining NATO seems circuitous at the Vilnius summit. Israelis protest again as the nation's judiciary overhaul bill makes its way toward passing. And France faces questions of systemic discrimination in policing as protests turn to riots. The Council's Ivo Daalder discusses with Deb Amos, Roger Cohen, and Prashant Rao on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 7, 2023 • 48min
NATO's Future, China De-escalation, Israel-Palestine Flare-Up
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen heads to China as part of the Biden administration's continuing effort to normalize relations with the PRC. Israel’s recent raid on the West Bank's Jenin Camp raises fresh concerns for human rights and the Palestinian peace process. And finally, Ukraine tops the agenda at NATO’s Vilnius summit, but what commitments does it want and what will it realistically get? Council CEO Ivo Daalder dives in with Jamil Anderlini, Bobby Ghosh, and Susan Glasser on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 30, 2023 • 48min
Global Reactions to Prigozhin's Rebellion
All eyes were on Russia as Wagner mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin lead a mutiny against Vladimir Putin. Though over in less than 24 hours, questions remain on the rebellion's lasting effects on Putin's regime, the battlefield in Ukraine, and Russia’s allies. Council President Ivo Daalder analyzes these developments with Stefan Kornelius, Catherine Philp, and Peter Speigel on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 23, 2023 • 48min
Blinken Visits China and Germany's First National Security Strategy
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and China's Xi Jinping both expressed satisfaction with the progress made during Blinken's long-anticipated trip to Beijing. Plus, will Germany's new national security strategy accomplish its goals? Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Steven Erlanger, and Philip Stephens analyze the key takeaways on World Review with Ivo. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 16, 2023 • 42min
The Global Implications of Trump's Indictment
The formal accusation of former President Donald Trump has important implications for US national security. Chinese government spies are reported in Cuba just Secretary Blinken is slated to visit the PRC. And what can we expect now that the Ukrainian counteroffensive has begun? Ivo Daalder discusses with Susan Glasser, Carla Anne Robbins, and Giles Whittell on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 9, 2023 • 47min
US-China Standoff and the Tiananmen Massacre Remembered
US-China tension is on display in Singapore as global defense chiefs gather for the Shangri-La dialogues. Then, Ukraine continues to gain ground as their counteroffensive gets underway. Plus, 34 years later, a look back on the Tiananmen Massacre. Council President Ivo Daalder analyzes these issues with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Jamil Anderlini, and Anton La Guardia on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

May 26, 2023 • 46min
Zelenskyy On Tour and Global South at the G7 Summit
This week, President Zelenskyy stopped in Europe, Saudi Arabia, and at the G7 summit in Japan to keep crucial support flowing to Ukraine. Plus, the G7 stepped up efforts to support the Global South and counter China’s growing influence in the region. Council President Ivo Daalder analyzes the geopolitical significance with Karen DeYoung, Steven Erlanger, and Peter Spiegel on World Review. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

May 19, 2023 • 44min
Turkish Elections, the G7 Summit, and the Future of AI
After a contentious election, Turkish voters will return to the polls on May 28 for a runoff election after President Erdogan and his rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu both fell short of the 50-percent threshold needed. Then, Japan is hosting the G7 summit sans China and Russia who were not invited to Hiroshima. Plus, which countries are leading the AI race? CFR’s Carla Robbins guest hosts World Review with Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, James Harding, and Ryan Heath for a discussion on these issues. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

May 12, 2023 • 45min
Summit in Seoul, Victory Day, Syria Joins Arab League
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida discuss steps to strengthen security and economic cooperation. Meanwhile, Europe celebrates the 78th anniversary of Victory Day. Plus, Syria returns to the Arab League. CFR’s Carla Anne Robbins guest hosts World Review with Nirmal Ghosh, Stefan Kornelius, and Philip Stephens to discuss. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe

May 5, 2023 • 47min
Biden Meets Marcos, Turkish Elections, and Ukraine's Counteroffensive
President Biden hosts Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to address growing concern about Chinese naval presence in the South China Sea. Plus, will Erdogan’s two-decade rule come to an end in the upcoming Turkish elections? And in Ukraine, a counteroffensive appears imminent. Council President Ivo Daalder unpacks these issues with Bobby Ghosh, Prashant Rao, and Nahal Toosi. Get full access to America Abroad at ivodaalder.substack.com/subscribe


