Where Diplomacy and Global Competition
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Next week, Foreign Policy will convene policymakers, business leaders, and sports executives in Washington, D.C. for its Sports Diplomacy Week, bringing together leaders for conversations on how sports are shaping diplomacy, economic growth, security, and international cooperation ahead of the FIFA World Cup 26™.
Featured speakers include The Honorable John Curtis, The Honorable Darin LaHood, The Honorable Rosie Rios, Jason Levien, Thea LaFond-Gadson, Sally Roberts, and more. Space is limited and seats are filling quickly. Register to join us. |
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| June 2, 2026, 6:00 p.m. ET |
Foreign Policy will kick off Sports Diplomacy Week with an opening reception convening leaders across government, business, and sports. Featuring a brief program alongside drinks and small bites, this gathering will set the stage for the week’s conversations on how athletic competition is shaping diplomacy, influence, and global connection. |
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June 2, 2026, 6:00 p.m. ET
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Foreign Policy will kick off Sports Diplomacy Week with an opening reception convening leaders across government, business, and sports. Featuring a brief program alongside drinks and small bites, this gathering will set the stage for the week’s conversations on how athletic competition is shaping diplomacy, influence, and global connection. |
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June 3, 2026, 9:00 a.m. ET |
As North America prepares to host the World Cup, Foreign Policy will bring together leaders from government, business, and the playing field to explore how athletics is shaping diplomacy, economic strategy, and international cooperation. Sessions will focus on the growing role of sports as a tool of influence, innovation, and global connection. |
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June 3, 2026, 9:00 a.m. ET
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As North America prepares to host the World Cup, Foreign Policy will bring together leaders from government, business, and the playing field to explore how athletics is shaping diplomacy, economic strategy, and international cooperation. Sessions will focus on the growing role of sports as a tool of influence, innovation, and global connection. |
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June 3, 2026, 5:00 p.m. ET |
Foreign Policy has a select number of tickets to share for the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s 2026 Embassy Cup Final and Congressional Soccer Match held at Audi Field on June 3rd. The event highlights soccer’s global reach through spirited, friendly competition among teams representing embassies across Washington. |
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June 3, 2026, 5:00 p.m. ET |
Foreign Policy has a select number of tickets to share for the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s 2026 Embassy Cup Final and Congressional Soccer Match held at Audi Field on June 3rd. The event highlights soccer’s global reach through spirited, friendly competition among teams representing embassies across Washington. |
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