How people feel about their economies, institutions, and futures is reshaping global politics in real time. At the 2025 #MeridianSummit, Dan Foy of @Gallup unpacked new data from the Gallup World Poll, revealing sharp declines in public confidence and what these shifts mean for

As global threats grow more complex, trusted partnerships are the cornerstone of lasting security. At the 2025 #MeridianSummit, former Under Secretary of State T.H. Bonnie Jenkins and SEACORP CEO Roy Kapani explored how the U.S. and its allies can strengthen defense cooperation

A revitalized U.S.-Argentina relationship is unlocking new opportunities for trade, investment, and collaboration. At a Global Business Briefing, Foreign Minister @pabloquirno and Ambassador Alejandro Oxenford joined Alex Mistri of @Chevron to explore how renewed engagement can

With digital innovation reshaping economies across the Americas, secure financial systems are becoming key drivers of shared prosperity. Meridian and @Mastercard convened diplomats, policymakers, and business leaders to explore how fintech and digital payments can advance growth

The next generation of global leaders starts here. Through the Meridian Global Leadership Institute, high school and college students immerse themselves in diplomacy, policy, and international business in Washington, D.C.—building the skills and networks to lead in an

Global competition, new technologies, and shifting trade dynamics are redefining the future of industry. At the 2025 #MeridianSummit, Shilpan Amin of @GM and @SCClemons of @TheNatlInterest explored how innovation, electrification, and AI are reshaping manufacturing and supply

At a pivotal moment for global investment, Meridian hosted H.E. Khalid Al-Falih, Minister of Investment for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, for a Global Business Briefing on advancing international collaboration and growth. In conversation with Deborah Lehr and Charles Hallab of the

Global investment is reshaping the balance of economic power—and U.S. states are emerging as engines of growth and security. At the 2025 #MeridianSummit, Alaska Gov. @GovDunleavy joined @EdwardGLuce of the @FinancialTimes to discuss how FDI is driving American competitiveness

Technology is transforming diplomacy, and the next generation of global leaders will help shape it. This summer, high school and college students can explore innovation, policy, and international cooperation through the Meridian Global Leadership Institute. 📅 Apply by March 15

With competition over energy, tech, and infrastructure intensifying, nations are redefining what constitutes strategic power. At the 2025 #MeridianSummit, Jarrod Agen, Nicole Isaac, and T.H. Summer Mersinger joined @CNN’s @jessicadean to explore how AI, energy, and digital

In 1962, former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt visited Meridian during her final years of public life. A lifelong advocate for international cooperation, she championed people-to-people diplomacy through education, exchange, and dialogue. #65MomentsofMeridian #Meridian65

Across the U.S., voters shaped their communities’ futures through local and statewide elections this week. At Meridian, we know diplomacy begins at home. Our state and local diplomacy programs connect local leaders with global counterparts to tackle shared challenges. Explore our

How do we prepare the next era of global leaders? Meridian’s Global Leadership Institute empowers high school and college students to develop the skills, networks, and experience needed to lead in diplomacy, policy, and global business. Apply today: https://t.co/QI6WCzzKZ1

From trade realignments to rising protectionism, global leaders are navigating a new era of geoeconomic competition and cooperation. At the 2025 Meridian Summit, T.H. Dina Powell McCormick, Amb. Jose Manuel Romualdez, Paige Willey, and Deborah Lehr explored how nations are

How can Europe and the U.S. strengthen economic resilience and innovation amid global change? At a Global Business Briefing with @3M, MEP Damian Boeselager, Emilia Valbum, and Puru Trivedi explored Europe’s digital competitiveness and the future of transatlantic cooperation. PC:

As global influence shifts and technology transforms leadership, success depends on trust, talent, and innovation. @intel’s April Miller Boise, Norway’s Amb. Anniken Huitfeldt (@NorwayAmbUSA), and @Heidrick CEO Tom Monahan joined @PBS' @ElizLanders to discuss what effective

As global power dynamics shift, America’s role in the world is being redefined. At the 2025 #MeridianSummit, @RepBera joined @HeatherNauert to discuss how the U.S. can lead with purpose by strengthening alliances, advancing economic resilience, and shaping the norms of emerging

Diplomacy today extends beyond embassies. It drives how businesses grow, innovate, and compete globally. In a new @Forbes interview with @rhettbuttle, Meridian’s SVP Puru Trivedi shares how our 10-year blueprint makes diplomacy a strategic advantage for leaders across sectors.

The 57th Annual #MeridianBall brought together leaders from diplomacy, government, business, and the arts for one of Washington’s most cherished traditions. From 30 embassy dinners to a Moulin Rouge–inspired celebration on Meridian’s campus, the night honored partnership,

From art and music to sports and storytelling, cultural diplomacy builds bridges where politics cannot. At Meridian’s Global Leadership Institute, high school and college students explore how culture and creativity shape international relations. Apply today: