U.S. Foreign Policy at a Crossroads Featuring Secretary William S. Cohen Moderated by: Sarah Dawn Petrin, World Affairs Council of Maine, Nonresident Senior Fellow Atlantic Council Join the World Affairs Council of Maine for a thought-provoking evening with Secretary William S. Cohen, former U.S. Secretary of Defense (1997–2001), Senator (1979–1997), and Congressman (1973–1979). As Chairman... Read more »
Great Decisions 2025: U.S. Foreign Policy at a Crossroads NOW ONLINE -- U.S. - China Relations with Susan Thornton Join us for a compelling evening as the 2025 Great Decisions program continues with an insightful lecture on "US-China Relations" by Susan Thornton, former Acting Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, moderated... Read more »
Great Decisions 2025: US Foreign Policy at a Crossroads Greenland: Reshaping Arctic Diplomacy and US Strategy Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Location: TBD Join the World Affairs Council of Maine for the fourth event in our 2025 Great Decisions Series, "US Foreign Policy at a Crossroads." As climate change transforms... Read more »
Great Decisions 2025: U.S. Foreign Policy at a Crossroads The Future of NATO and European Security with Adm. (ret) Greg Johnson and Dr. Sonja Kreibich, Join us for the third public lecture of our 2025 Great Decisions program: "The Future of NATO and European Security," featuring Admiral (ret.) Greg Johnson and Dr. Sonja Kreibich of... Read more »
Great Decisions 2025: U.S. Foreign Policy at a Crossroads Greenland Navigates: Autonomy, Climate, and U.S. Foreign Policy On March 11, 2025, Greenlanders head to the polls in the face of growing demands for independence and repeated calls from President Trump to bring the self-governing territory under U.S. control. How will the outcome shape the future... Read more »
Great Decisions 2025: U.S. Foreign Policy at a Crossroads Greenland Navigates: Autonomy, Climate, and U.S. Foreign Policy On March 11, 2025, Greenlanders head to the polls in the face of growing demands for independence and repeated calls from President Trump to bring the self-governing territory under U.S. control. How will the outcome shape the future... Read more »
2025 Great Decisions Library Discussion Series Great Decisions is the largest and longest-running discussion program on foreign policy in the United States. Each year, the Foreign Policy Association selects eight critical foreign policy issues facing the United States and invites the public to discuss them within their community - however defined. To support the conversation,... Read more »
Great Decisions 2026 Evening Keynote Speaker Series: The Future of U.S. Global Leadership
What does the future hold for American foreign policy? Join the World Affairs Council of Maine for six evenings of in-depth conversation with leading experts on the most pressing global challenges facing the United States today.Save with a series pass! Six expert-led keynotes on U.S. foreign policy—China, Ukraine, trade, Africa, nuclear risk, and democracy. Members $60, public $75.
US–China Relations
Join us on February 5, 2026 for a discussion on US–China relations with Sean Stein, President of the US–China Business Council. Stein will share insights on the current state of the bilateral relationship and its implications for business and policy.
Ukraine & the Future of European Security
Join us on February 12, 2026 for a discussion on Ukraine and the future of European security with Mariana Budjeryn, Senior Research Associate at the Harvard Belfer Center. Budjeryn will offer expert analysis on the evolving security landscape in Europe and what lies ahead for the region.
Great Decisions Keynote Series Session 3: Tariffs, Foreign Policy, & the Future of the World Economy
Colby College economist Andreas Waldkirch examines how tariffs and trade policy shape America's role in the global economy.
Great Decisions Keynote Series Session 4: U.S. & Africa
Two experts—former Pentagon official Michelle Lenihan and Chatham House fellow Matthew Page—discuss U.S. engagement with Africa's rising continent.
Community Calendar
Is your organization holding an internationally focused event in Maine? The World Affairs Council of Maine is eager to promote global goings on around the state. If you would like to include your event on our calendar please submit your request HERE. We will need two to three days to review and approve community submission.
