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Applications Open June 1, 2026: Next-Generation Korean Peninsula Specialists Program Application Submission Period: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Monday, June 22, 2026The National Committee on American Foreign Policy’s (NCAFP) Forum on Asia-Pacific Security (FAPS) will soon start 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…

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…

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…

Donald S. ZagoriaAugust 24, 1928 – September 16, 2025 Dr. Donald Zagoria was a pioneer in his field and the founder of the Forum on Asia-Pacific Security at the NCAFP.  He leaves a legacy of convening U.S.-China and cross-Taiwan Strait dialogues. With his foresight, he recognized that fostering Track II dialogues would yield the most effective policy recommendations for achieving peaceful resolutions. However, what also transpired among the participants was the formation of lasting friendships that endured through the decades. Dr. Zagoria’s expertise in the subject matter was equaled by his kindness, not…

September 2025 The National Committee on American Foreign Policy (NCAFP) is proud to launch the third cohort of the Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders Program, a mentorship initiative that empowers community leaders to drive change and strengthen transatlantic ties. Building on the success of the first two years, the program has grown from 10 participants to 13, each addressing some of the most pressing issues facing Northern Ireland and the wider world. Over the next nine months, this cohort will take on challenges ranging from boosting Northern Ireland’s tourism economy and transatlantic trade to advancing climate-smart agriculture, green energy, and climate…

Tuesday, November 18, 2025The Metropolitan Club, New York City On Tuesday, November 18, the National Committee on American Foreign Policy (NCAFP) hosted its 2025 Annual Gala Dinner at the Metropolitan Club in New York City. More than 200 distinguished guests from the diplomatic and policy communities, media, academia, and the private sector joined friends and supporters of the organization for an evening focused on advancing informed dialogue and constructive engagement in American foreign policy. The program was led by Ms. Jacqueline Adams, Emmy Award-winning journalist and NCAFP Trustee, who served…

Applications Open for the 2025 Next-Generation Korean Peninsula Specialists Program Application Submission Period: Monday, June 2, 2025 – Monday, June 23, 2025Notification of Acceptance: End of July 2025Virtual Roundtables: August through December 2025In-person Conference: Early 2026Completion of Program: April 30, 2026 The ’s (NCAFP) Forum on Asia-Pacific Security (FAPS) is accepting applications from qualified individuals to…

Happy Lunar New Year From all of us at the NCAFP, we wish you a healthy, happy, and prosperous Year of the Snake! Thank you for your continued support and engagement. Click to see what we have planned for this year!

Announcing NCAFP’s 2025 Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders  December 15, 2024 The NCAFP is excited to launch the second year of our , a mentorship initiative that empowers community leaders from Northern Ireland to develop innovative solutions promoting peace, reconciliation, and sustainable development, while strengthening transatlantic relations. Building on the success of its inaugural year, this year's program has expanded to include additional leaders who share a common vision for a more prosperous and peaceful Northern Ireland. Our cohort now features twelve exceptional community leaders and scholars, whose names and…