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The Diplomatic Pouch | Food is Likely the Next Global Crisis

Dr. Kelly McFarland examines potential future food scenarios, drawing on research for ISD’s New Global Commons Working Group.

Jul 21, 2021
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Despatches

ISD Board of Advisers Member Ms. Bernadette Meehan Nominated as U.S. Ambassador to Chile

Jul 16, 2021
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In the News | “Study Finds Nearly 1 in 3 U.S. Diplomats Eyeing the Exit Door”

Jul 8, 2021
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New Research Highlights Retention Issues at the State Department

Jul 2, 2021