MERIDIAN INTERNATIONAL CENTER

OPEN DIPLOMACY

FORUMS

A convening space for leaders, experts, and innovators shaping the future of international engagement.

Where Global Perspectives Converge

Meridian Open Diplomacy Forums bring together diplomats, government leaders, private-sector executives, and cultural influencers to address the most pressing issues shaping global affairs.

Through high-level convenings and strategic dialogue, each forum creates a platform for bipartisan engagement, cross-sector collaboration, and actionable insight.

Rooted in Meridian International Center’s mission to empower leaders for the next era of diplomacy, these forums explore emerging challenges and opportunities across government, security, technology, sports, and more.

Examines the power of sport to build bridges across borders and advance people-to-people diplomacy. This forum highlights how athletic exchange, major sporting events, and global sports industries drive foreign policy and cultural engagement.
Explores the evolving geopolitical, commercial, and scientific dimensions of outer space. Convening leaders across government, industry, and academia, this forum addresses global cooperation, responsible norms, emerging technologies, and the future of space governance.
A premier platform for bipartisan dialogue on North American foreign policy priorities. In partnership with the U.S. Mexico Foundation and the Business Council of Canada, this forum connects policymakers, business leaders, and global experts to examine shifting geopolitical dynamics and strengthen North American leadership on the world stage.