Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies

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Graduates of the Ford Dorsey Master's in International Policy Class of 2026 pose on the steps of Encina Hall at Stanford University in their caps and gowns and diplomas.

Congratulations to the MIP Class of 2026

In his faculty address, Jerry Kaplan encouraged the graduates of the Ford Dorsey Master’s in International Policy to move forward with decisive action in the face of challenging times.

Congrats

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Journal of Democracy Partners with CDDRL

The partnership opens opportunities for Stanford faculty and students at one of the world's leading forums for democratic thought and practice.

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Colin Kahl, Director of the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, on stage with panelists at the May 5 event, "World Changing Technology in 2026"

Scholars Examine AI, Biotech Advances, and Geopolitical Competition

Experts from across the institute assessed biotechnology's resurgence, the mental health effects of social media, and growing concerns about AI-enabled bioweapons.

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Upcoming Events

Thu Oct 01

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

2026 Trust and Safety Research Conference

Mon Oct 19

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

S.T. Lee Lecture featuring Former Congressman and Ambassador to Turkey Jeff Flake

Tue Nov 17

03:30 PM - 06:00 PM

U.S. Midterm Elections and Global Implications in 2026

New Publications

The Influence of Democracy on Infrastructure

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Democracy Action Lab

The Influence of Democracy on Infrastructure

Policy Briefs

June 2026

Racial Hierarchy and the Balance of Power: Race War in Merze Tate’s International Thought

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Kevin Bustamante

Racial Hierarchy and the Balance of Power: Race War in Merze Tate’s International Thought

Journal Articles

June 2026

The JCPOA was flawed, but it bought time; a new deal should aim higher

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Or (Ori) Rabinowitz

The JCPOA was flawed, but it bought time; a new deal should aim higher

Commentary

June 2026

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Featured Scholars

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Larry Diamond

Mosbacher Senior Fellow in Global Democracy

Recent Publication

Ill Winds: Saving Democracy from Russian Rage, Chinese Ambition, and American Complacency

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Didi Kuo

FSI Center Fellow

Recent Publication

The Great Retreat: How Political Parties Should Behave and Why They Don't

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Gi-Wook Shin

FSI Senior Fellow

Recent Publication

The Four Talent Giants

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Kathryn Stoner

FSI Senior Fellow

Mosbacher Director, CDDRL

Recent Publication

Russia Resurrected: Its Power and Purpose in A New Global Order

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Research

FSI is a hub for Stanford scholars who want to work across disciplines on research that has international impact. Our topics include governance, security, global health, energy and international development.

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Teaching

Our faculty teach more than 80 classes a year, and mentor students through guided research. FSI is also home to the Ford Dorsey Master's in International Policy, a two-year master's degree.

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Policy

Our work provides context for decision-making in Washington, Geneva, Beijing and beyond. FSI's International Policy Lab helps ensure that our faculty's research has real-world impact.

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