Our Work
At IPS, our work is centered in our vision: we believe everyone has a right to thrive on a planet where all communities are equitable, democratic, peaceful, and sustainable. Our intersecting programs and initiatives, led by a diverse group of expert staff and associate fellows, are helping to shape progressive movements toward this vision.
Latest Work
Reasons to Like Ike
Ike was right 50 years ago in the Suez conflict. Why has the United States forgotten his example?
Shaking Up Bhutan
The fairy tale kingdom of Bhutan is heading toward democracy. Overlooked has been the problem of over 100,000 Bhutanese refugees.
Globalization in Retreat
One world economy ready or not? FPIF columnist Walden Bello argues that globalization has reached its high-water mark and is receding.
Tsunami’s Latest Victims
Two years after the Indian Ocean tsunami, Sri Lanka’s survivors are still fleeing for their lives.
An Evening of Reflection: FPIF’s 10th Anniversary
Join the online celebration of the first 10 years of Foreign Policy In Focus!
Deeply Unequal World
A new landmark report by the United Nations University in Helsinki shows the growing global wealth divide.
FPIF’s First Decade: A Bold Collaboration and Vision
For a decade, FPIF has charted a comprehensive vision of what a more just and effective U.S. foreign policy should be.
Taiwan’s Independence
China wants Taiwan, Taiwan wants independence, and Ian Williams wants you to know why Taipei has a more compelling argument than Beijing.
Labor Rights in China
China wants to change its labor law in favor of workers and, according to Tim Costello, Brendan Smith, and Jeremy Brecher, foreign corporations are squawking.
Labor in China
The country’s proposed legislation will not eliminate its labor problems.