Mark Kennedy

Jan 30, 2025 | wilsoncenter.org | Mark Kennedy

In this edition of Wilson Center NOW, we highlight the latest edition of the Wilson Quarterly, “In Search of Our Narratives.” Joining us are editor Stephanie Bowen and contributor Robert Daly, Director of the Wilson Center’s Kissinger Institute on China and the United States.The issue, “turns to some of the world’s most respected global leaders and foreign policy thinkers to share the narratives that have helped guide them and the world through past times of challenge, and which can inspire...

Jan 29, 2025 | wilsoncenter.org | Mark Kennedy

A small order with big implications was included in President Trump’s flurry of first-day actions: —the decision to suspend foreign aid until further review. The move reflects the lack of appetite in the United States for spending money abroad, a fact laid bare by last year’s much-delayed assistance to Ukraine. More broadly, President Trump’s order is consistent with the previous two administrations’ reliance on domestic policies, including trade protection, to achieve America’s economic goals.

Nov 20, 2024 | wilsoncenter.org | Mark Kennedy

The US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) was created in December 2019 after President Donald Trump signed into law the BUILD Act in October 2018. In the five years since, it has become one of America’s most effective tools for building geopolitical relations and advancing foreign policy priorities. The incoming Secretary of State will want to be able to quickly deploy this high-impact tool after taking office in January.

Oct 14, 2024 | wilsoncenter.org | Mark Kennedy

Speech to Sciences Po Paris School of International RelationsAs delivered October 14, 2024Congratulations on attending one of the finest schools of international affairs on the planet. I have no doubt that under the able leadership of Dean Gonzales that the star of the Paris School of International Affairs will rise even higher. Besides the insightful coursework you receive, you can learn from two other sources while you are here – each other and Paris.

Oct 1, 2024 | wilsoncenter.org | Mark Kennedy

In his new book, Dr. Sadek Wahba, Chair of the WISC Steering Committee and Wilson Center Global Advisory Council Member, writes about the urgent need for the US to adopt new approaches to infrastructure investment, particularly by utilizing public-private partnerships.