World Review with Ivo Daalder

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World Review with Ivo Daalder

Every Friday, Ivo Daalder talks with reporters from some of the world’s leading media outlets to get their perspectives on emerging global stories, and how they might unfold.

  1. Trump’s Trade War, China’s Warning, and Europe’s Challenge

    5 DAYS AGO

    Trump’s Trade War, China’s Warning, and Europe’s Challenge

    This week before delivering his address to Congress, President Trump sparked a trade war with America’s three largest trading partners—Canada, Mexico, and China—triggering swift retaliatory tariffs and rattling global markets. Meanwhile, during China’s National People’s Congress annual meeting, Premier Li Qiang announced increased defense spending, reaffirmed Taiwan reunification plans, and declared readiness to fight "any type" of war in response to Trump’s  tariffs. And after last week's fiery Trump-Zelensky clash, the US has paused arms and intelligence support for Ukraine. Can a European “coalition of the willing” step up as America pulls back? Ravi Agrawal, Ken Moriyasu, and Anna Sauerbrey join guest host Carla Anne Robbins on World Review to unpack this week’s top global news stories.

    43 min
  2. Germany Moves Right, US Abandons Ukraine, and Gaza Truce Extension

    28 FEB

    Germany Moves Right, US Abandons Ukraine, and Gaza Truce Extension

    The center barely held in Germany, as Germany moved sharply to the extremes, with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) doubling its support in just four years. Can Germany retake the lead in Europe, which is now more urgent than ever? Meanwhile, President Trump continued to walk away from Ukraine, siding with Russia at the UN and forcing Kyiv into signing a mineral agreement for little in return. How will this significant break impact the future of US foreign policy? Then, looking ahead, the fragile ceasefire in Gaza is approaching a critical deadline. With the first phase of the truce set to expire Saturday, how far apart are Israel and Hamas from agreement on proceeding to the next phase? Stefanie Bolzen, Andrew Roth, and Giles Whittell join Ivo Daalder on this week’s World Review to analyze these pressing issues that could have lasting global consequences.

    41 min
  3. US-Russia Reset, New Gaza Plans, and Xi’s Big Tech Bet

    21 FEB

    US-Russia Reset, New Gaza Plans, and Xi’s Big Tech Bet

    US and Russian negotiators met in Saudi Arabia this week and, in a stunning reset, agreed to re-establish normal relations and work together to end the Ukraine war. Meanwhile, from Mar-a-Lago President Trump blamed Ukraine for the war and called President Volodymyr Zelensky “a dictator.” What does this shift mean for Ukraine, NATO, and US security commitments? Then, we examine Arab states’ alternate plans for Gaza—what do they propose, are any of them viable, and what will the impact be on the region’s dynamics? Finally, we turn to Beijing, where China’s President Xi Jinping met with top entrepreneurs at a big tech summit. Will Xi be able to boost investor confidence and promote high-tech industries while ensuring businesses align with government priorities? Bobby Ghosh, Prashant Rao, and Liz Sly join guest host Carla Anne Robbins on this week’s World Review to analyze shifting alliances and intensifying global power struggles.

    44 min
  4. Leaders meet in Munich to discuss future of NATO and Ukraine

    14 FEB

    Leaders meet in Munich to discuss future of NATO and Ukraine

    As world leaders gather in Munich this week for their annual security conference, Ukraine will once again take center stage – though mainly because of the two people who won’t be there. Presidents Trump and Putin discussed the war and committed to work towards peace in a phone call, but didn’t commit to involving Ukraine in the talks. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told his counterparts in Brussels that the U.S. had other interests and Europe needed to take care of its own security. A new Council report explains how Europe can do so. To discuss how these transatlantic tensions will play in Munich, Stefan Kornelius and Steven Erlanger join Ivo Daalder in Munich for a special episode of World Review, recording on the sidelines of the year’s most important security conference.

    32 min
  5. Trump’s Gaza Plan, USAID Overhaul, and Tariffs

    7 FEB

    Trump’s Gaza Plan, USAID Overhaul, and Tariffs

    President Trump’s proposal for US control of Gaza and relocating its population sparked global backlash this week and was deemed unrealistic and illegal. Top administration officials are now walking back elements of the proposal, insisting US troops won’t be used to clear the territory and relocation would be temporary. Is this just another Trump negotiation tactic as some have suggested? Meanwhile, the administration, with Elon Musk’s support, is dismantling USAID, placing thousands on leave and possibly merging it into the State Department. How will this move impact US soft power and national security? Lastly, after pausing tariffs on Mexico and Canada, Trump claimed victory as both nations pledged to secure the border and crackdown on fentanyl trafficking and organized crime. The 10% China tariff, however, remains intact. How real or effective is Trump's follow through on one of his biggest campaign promises? David Luhnow, Peter Spiegel, and Nahal Toosi join Ivo Daalder this week on World Review to unpack these issues and more.

    42 min
  6. Trump’s World—The Return of Great Power Politics

    31 JAN

    Trump’s World—The Return of Great Power Politics

    Donald Trump’s first week in office has ushered in a new era in America’s relationship with the world. Pax Americana out; Great Power Competition is in. Whether it is buying Greenland, controlling Panama, threatening tariffs on Colombia, Mexico, Canada, and China, Trump wields American power to get what he wants. That creates both new opportunities. And new dangers. James Lindsay of the Council on Foreign Relations and Matt Kaminski of Politico join Ivo Daalder for a discussion of Trump’s World in this week’s edition of World Review.

    41 min
  7. Europe and Asia Respond to Trump’s Return

    24 JAN

    Europe and Asia Respond to Trump’s Return

    On Monday, European leaders watched the inauguration of President Trump from Davos and fretted about his threats to impose sweeping tariffs, his demands for significant increases in European defense spending, and the possibility he may shift America’s stance toward Ukraine. He already has followed through on withdrawing from the Paris climate agreements and the World Health Organization. Soon after the inauguration, newly sworn in Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with foreign ministers of the Quad countries - Australia, India, and Japan – an indication that countering China’s influence remains a top priority for Trump. How are European and Asian nations adapting to shifting geopolitical and economic dynamics in a new Trump era? Ken Moriyasu, Catherine Philp, and Prashant Rao join Ivo Daalder on this week’s World Review to analyze how Europe and Asia are responding to Trump’s return to office. They’ll also discuss the Gaza ceasefire and whether it is likely to hold.

    42 min
  8. Biden’s Foreign Policy Legacy and What Trump is Inheriting

    17 JAN

    Biden’s Foreign Policy Legacy and What Trump is Inheriting

    President Biden entered office with ambitious foreign policy goals and is leaving a complicated legacy. Though he navigated the global COVID-19 pandemic, rallied allies to support Ukraine, and implemented policies to address climate change, challenges such as the chaotic Afghanistan withdrawal, record illegal border crossings, the war in Gaza, and high inflation marred his term. The Gaza cease-fire that looks eminent mirrors a Biden proposal, yet Donald Trump has claimed credit for the deal. Will Biden’s presidency be remembered as an interlude between two Trump terms? Jamil Anderlini, Anton La Guardia, and Carla Anne Robbins join Ivo Daalder on this week’s World Review to evaluate Biden’s foreign policy record and what he leaves behind for Trump, including the Gaza cease-fire deal that Israel’s cabinet still needs to ratify and waning public support for continuing to aid to Ukraine.

    41 min
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Every Friday, Ivo Daalder talks with reporters from some of the world’s leading media outlets to get their perspectives on emerging global stories, and how they might unfold.

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  • Creator
    The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
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