World Think Tanks Council UK

A Global Platform for Thought
Leadership, Dialogue, and Influence

A Global Platform for Thought Leadership, Dialogue, and Influence

The World Think Tanks Council (UK) is an international platform that brings together think tanks, policy institutes, research bodies, and thought leaders from around the world to encourage global dialogue, knowledge exchange, and responsible leadership.

Operating as part of the wider AlAlef Global Leadership Ecosystem, the Council serves as a neutral convening space where ideas, insights, and perspectives from different regions and disciplines can be shared to address global challenges and opportunities.

The Council does not promote political positions or advocacy agendas.
Its role is to connect, recognise, and elevate credible voices in policy, research, and strategic thinking.

The World in 2026: A Chatham House video podcast 

Editors of The World Today, the international affairs magazine of Chatham House, discuss with experts from across the institute the global trends, looming flashpoints and potential areas for dialogue that may lie ahead in 2026.

The water footprints of global food and agriculture trade

With global freshwater supplies under increasing pressure, understanding and addressing the direct and indirect water use associated with food and agricultural trade is emerging as a critical sustainability challenge.

Only Iran can disarm Hezbollah

Weapons underpin the group’s alliance with Tehran and its political power in Lebanon. Any new US–Iran nuclear deal must require Tehran to compel Hezbollah to disarm.

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Our diverse range of events brings together world leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and thought leaders to engage in meaningful dialogue on pressing global issues.

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The water footprints of global food and agriculture trade

With global freshwater supplies under increasing pressure, understanding and addressing the direct and indirect water use associated with food and agricultural trade is emerging as a critical sustainability challenge.

Only Iran can disarm Hezbollah

Weapons underpin the group’s alliance with Tehran and its political power in Lebanon. Any new US–Iran nuclear deal must require Tehran to compel Hezbollah to disarm.