2021-11-25-外交关系委员会-2021年年报（英）_51页_2mb

2021 Annual Report Summary of the Council on Foreign Relations

Core Content

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher. Established in 1921, it aims to provide resources and insights to help its members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators, and other interested citizens better understand global affairs and U.S. foreign policy.

Main Points

• Mission and Activities: CFR's mission includes maintaining a diverse membership, convening meetings with global leaders, supporting research through its Studies Program, publishing Foreign Affairs, and sponsoring Independent Task Forces.
• Membership Growth: CFR has evolved from a group of white, northeastern men to a diverse group of over 5,000 members, including several U.S. presidents, secretaries of state, and Nobel laureates.
• Leadership and Structure:
  • Chairman: David M. Rubenstein
  • President: Richard N. Haass
  • Officers: Blair Effron, Jami Miscik, Keith Olson, James M. Lindsay, Nancy D. Bodurtha, Irina A. Faskianos, Suzanne E. Helm, Jan Mowder Hughes, Caroline Netchvolodoff, Shannon K. O'Neil, Lisa Shields, Stephanie Solomon
  • Directors: A list of directors, including those whose terms expire in 2022, 2024, 2026, and 2025.
  • Emeritus and Honorary Officers: Madeleine K. Albright (Director Emerita), Maurice R. Greenberg (Honorary Vice Chairman), Carla A. Hills and Robert E. Rubin (Chairman Emeritus).

Key Information

• Centennial Year: 2021 marked CFR's 100th anniversary. The organization celebrated with a special website, new store, programming, and a short history book.
• Virtual Operations: Due to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, CFR transitioned to virtual events, allowing broader participation and engagement.
• Notable Events and Activities:
  • Hosted virtual meetings with global leaders such as Ashraf Ghani, Jacinda Ardern, Sebastian Pinera, and others.
  • Launched the Transition 2021 series to analyze foreign policy challenges for the Biden administration.
  • Organized the Conference on Diversity in International Affairs and celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Stephen M. Kellen Term Member Program.
  • Held the sixth annual National Symposium and the annual National Conference virtually.
• Research and Publications:
  • CFR scholars published eight books and produced over 20 reports and more than 500 articles and op-eds.
  • The Council issued two important reports by Independent Task Forces: one on China's Belt and Road Initiative and one on improving pandemic preparedness.
  • Foreign Affairs remained the premier journal for international affairs and U.S. foreign policy.
• Educational Initiatives:
  • Launched the World101 and Model Diplomacy programs to enhance global literacy and simulate international decision-making.
  • The number of users for these programs grew significantly, and the Council's outreach to nonmembers, including state and local officials and religious leaders, increased.
• Corporate Engagement:
  • The Corporate Program provided global companies with access to CFR experts and research.
  • Roundtables on U.S. trade policy and other international issues were held throughout the year.

Conclusion

CFR not only adapted to the challenges posed by the pandemic but also expanded its reach and influence. It continues to be a leading voice in foreign policy analysis and education, with a commitment to nonpartisanship and independence. As it enters its second century, CFR remains dedicated to understanding and addressing the complex global challenges of the 21st century.