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Forum on Asia Pacific-Security's Track II Dialogues May 10-12, 2026Moderated by Susan A. Thornton The National Committee on American Foreign Policy (NCAFP) convened a series of high-level Track II discussions in early May 2026. The three separate conferences, which included participants from the United States, China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea, were held under the Chatham House Rule. These participants included prominent former officials, experts, and scholars from the region and across the U.S. During the U.S.-China Bilateral Dialogue, participants from the…

Accepting Applications: Next-Generation Korean Peninsula Specialists Program Application Submission Period: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Sunday, June 28, 2026The National Committee on American Foreign Policy’s (NCAFP) Forum on Asia-Pacific Security (FAPS) is accepting applications from qualified individuals to join an Emerging Leaders workshop and mentorship program focused on security issues related to the Korean Peninsula. The program is designed to help emerging academics translate their research ideas into policy recommendations and to develop public communications skills. Applicants’ research proposals should focus on topics with relevant policy implications….

Multiple Authors May 2026 The NCAFP, in collaboration with Tsinghua University’s Center for International Security and Strategy’s U.S.-China Young Leaders Working Group, brings together scholars from the United States and China to support ongoing dialogue at a time of heightened tension and limited exchange between both sides. Building on NCAFP’s long-standing Track II engagement, the program creates space for sustained exchange and relationship-building among the next generation of experts shaping the future of U.S.-China ties. The paired essays featured here reflect these exchanges, presenting U.S. and Chinese perspectives on the…

Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders 2026 Report May 6, 2026 The National Committee on American Foreign Policy is pleased to announce the release of the Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders 2026 Report. Over the past several months, NCAFP convened the third cohort of Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders, a diverse group of scholars and policy practitioners. Through one-on-one mentorship, a series of virtual and in-person discussions, training workshops, delegation visits, and high-level meetings in Belfast, Dublin, and the United States, participants examined some of the region’s most pressing challenges and opportunities. These engagements informed the report, which addresses topics including USA 250, sustainable…

The Korean Peninsula at a Strategic Crossroads: Reimagining Security and Statecraft April 2026 The NCAFP organized its fourth cohort of Next-Generation Korean Peninsula Specialists from all over the world to develop and share their analysis on challenges on the Korean Peninsula. These policy professionals and scholars spent the last nine months networking with their peers, meeting with mentors, participating in professional development workshops, and writing policy papers on key issues related to Korean Peninsula security. This new Edited Volume, The Korean Peninsula at a Strategic Crossroads: Reimagining Security…

A Week of Engagement Across Washington, DC, and New York City The 2026 Emerging Leaders Conference brought together the third cohort of NCAFP’s Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders to Washington, DC, and New York City for a week of high-level dialogue and exchange. The program emphasized sustained transatlantic engagement in addressing shared political, economic, and social challenges. In New York, they presented refined policy ideas, translating months of work into real-world feedback. As they return home, the cohort continues its work in peacebuilding, democratic resilience, and civic leadership, supported by a growing transatlantic network. Below is a summary of their engagements….

Richard Howe, Esq.April 7, 2026 The NCAFP honors the life and friendship of Richard Howe, Esq. Mr. Howe was a long-standing supporter and an integral part of the NCAFP community.  He served on the NCAFP Board of Trustees for many years as the Executive Vice President, Treasurer, and Member of the Executive Committee.  Aside from his generous counsel on the Board, he was an active participant in the NCAFP’s programmatic work and supporter of our annual gala and other fundraising events. Mr. Howe will be remembered for his honesty, accessibility, spirited…

By Emily Sparkman April 2026 In February 2026, the NCAFP convened experts for a closed-door hybrid discussion to discuss the future of the U.S.-Japan bilateral relations, the growing importance of economic security within the alliance, the role of domestic politics, Japan’s evolving defense posture and strategic autonomy, and the resilience of international institutions during a period of global uncertainty. Participants emphasized the alliance's operational strength, particularly in the military domain, and identified opportunities for the U.S. and Japan to strengthen their partnership and adapt to emerging challenges. Yet, political uncertainty surrounding the direction…

NCAFP Receives Grant Renewal from Carnegie Corporation of New York to Support Northeast Asia Security Dialogues Thursday, March 26, 2026New York, NY The National Committee on American Foreign Policy (NCAFP) is pleased to announce the renewal of a $600,000, 36-month grant from Carnegie Corporation of New York in support of the Forum on Asia Pacific Security. This renewed support underscores the continued importance of sustained dialogue and cooperation at a time of heightened geopolitical uncertainty in the Asia-Pacific region. Through this grant, NCAFP will advance…