State of Play

Weekly analysis of major geopolitical developments and global power shifts AI summary

Center for Strategic and International Studies Government · EN · 53 episodes · latest 2026-11-12

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The world order has been disrupted, and a new international system is emerging. Hosted by Will Todman, State of Play unpacks the biggest geopolitical developments of the week. Every episode brings together CSIS’s leading regional experts to explore how global power is shifting, how allies and adversaries are responding, and what it all means for the future of international order. State of Play is produced by Cera Baker.

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What Do Swing-State Voters Think About Foreign Policy?

2026-11-12 · 37 min

The U.S. mid-term elections saw Democrats take control of both the House and the Senate. To better understand what a critical segment of voters think about foreign policy and how significant those views are, CSIS…
What Could Go Right (and Wrong) on Trump's Asia Trip?

2026-11-05 · 37 min

President Trump is scheduled to take a multi-stop trip to Asia later this month with big stakes for trade, security, and America’s standing in the region. Dr. Kristi Govella and Amb. Edgard Kagan join Will to discuss…
How Serious is Russia's Threat to Europe?

2026-10-22 · 34 min

U.S. and European leaders have accused Russia of stepping up sabotage, drone incursions, and cyberattacks in Europe, and some warn that Russia will test NATO's article 5 resolve by striking European states with drones…
After Houthi Attacks, What Options Does Saudi Arabia Have?

2026-10-16 · 34 min

Last weekend, the Houthis conducted their deadliest attack in Saudi Arabia for over a decade. Amb. Michael Ratney and new CSIS senior fellow Allison Minor join Will to discuss how we got to this point, whether Saudi…
Could Fighting in Ethiopia Spark Regional War in the Horn of Africa?

2026-10-08 · 42 min

Fighting has broken out between the Ethiopian government and an alliance of 7 opposition groups. Ethiopia has accused Eritrea, Egypt, and Sudan of backing the rebel alliance, though officials from all three governments…
What Did Trump and Xi Agree to at the White House?

2026-09-25 · 50 min

The summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping could cover a range of issues to potentially include trade, investment, AI, the war with Iran, and Taiwan. The morning after the summit, CSIS’s leading China experts will…
Is the U.S.-Philippines Alliance Really at a Historic High?

2026-09-11 · 24 min

A recent opinion poll found that Filipinos have the most positive view of President Trump of any of the 36 countries surveyed. On the sidelines of the Manila Strategy Forum, Amb. John Negroponte and Greg Poling join…
Will Trump’s Pressure on Canada Break the USMCA?

2026-08-27 · 36 min

When faced with President Trump’s economic pressure, most U.S. allies have fallen into line. Canada bucked the trend and stood firm. This week, Will talks with Chris Hernandez-Roy and Diego Marroquin Bitar to discuss if…
Did Iran Attack U.S. Water Systems?

2026-08-17 · 41 min

Cyberattacks targeting water and wastewater utilities have been reported in at least a dozen states across the United States since late July. Although there has been no widespread contamination or immediate threat to…
Is Cuba Nearing an Inflection Point?

2026-08-13 · 32 min

President Trump is ramping up economic pressure on Cuba and has instructed U.S. intelligence agencies to find a new leader who could work with the United States – like Delcy Rodriguez in Venezuela. Christopher Hernandez…

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Oldest episode in feed: 06/2025 · over a year
Typical length: 36 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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