What happens to global health when U.S. leadership pulls back—and what are the strategic consequences? Using the contraction of USAID and funding pressures on the World Health Organization as a starting point, this discussion will examine how gaps in investment, coordination, and core functions—prevention, surveillance, and response—can drive contagion, societal disruption, and shifting migration patterns.

We will start by discussing the current event regarding the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak and its implications in managing global health diplomacy. We will then focus on how these dynamics intersect with diplomacy, strategic competition, and national security; where other actors may step in; and what is ultimately at stake for global resilience, humanitarian outcomes, and U.S. interests.

Moderator: May Chu PhD, clinical professor appointment at the Colorado School of Public Health, senior technical consultant for USAID and WHO, former assistant director for public health to the White House during 2014-2016, former Director of the CDC’s system-wide laboratory enterprise.

Dr. Chu's areas of expertise are: 

• Global outbreak and response
• SARS
• Pandemic influenza
• Biosafety
• Infection control and prevention

What is A DCFR salon: It is a social gathering where people respectfully discuss, exchange, and consider critical ideas, policy, and philosophy with respect to international relations and its impact on Colorado and the world.

Provided: Snacks, refreshments and conversation!

Please note: DCFR Salons are members-only and it is limited to the first 15 guests. This is your chance to really get to know other members and learn from each other! 

Location: Location Provided to Registrants Before Event