The Reimagining US Diplomacy project seeks to restore diplomacy to a central role in US foreign policy. Doing so involves finding areas where the United States can better engage with partners, bringing in ideas from outside of government, and helping policymakers develop effective strategies to advance US interests. Of particular focus are aspects of diplomacy where the United States has untapped strength, such as cultural and commercial diplomacy, and measures to improve global public health. The project will also consider reforms to the State Department and other parts of government that can improve the ability of the United States to accomplish its diplomatic objectives.
Considering the diplomatic opportunities and risks of hosting the world’s biggest sporting events
March 20, 2026
Examining methods for utilizing U.S. culture for diplomatic engagement
December 2, 2025
Examining possible directions for U.S. assistance and their geopolitical consequences
September 19, 2025
The Trump administration risks undermining U.S. security if it follows Israel into war
June 18, 2025
Amb. Lu discusses how his wide-ranging career led him to representing the United States at the United Nations.
June 2, 2025
Amb. DeLaurentis details his part in the opening of Cuba and the consequences of the United States again cutting ties
March 18, 2025
Amb. Ted Osius discusses how connecting with people across Vietnam helped build ties with the country
March 18, 2025
Amb. Bodine speaks about the effort to coordinate an international response to attacks on tankers in the Persian Gulf
March 18, 2025
