Welcome to The Lookout, bringing you a global perspective on issues that matter. In this edition, we put In Focus In Favour of Pure Science, the Aspen Institute's initiative on investigating and analysing the state of pure science globally. We think you will find the report and the ensuing symposium both engaging and thought-provoking, highlighting the importance of pure science in advancing civilisation.

At the Resnick Action Forum, Ana Maria Vallerino spoke about how leaders can build trust in their communities. Vallerino is executive director of Todo Panama and a Central America Leadership Initiative Fellow.

In Favour of Pure Science, a collaboration between the 14 international Aspen Partners, is the final report detailing pure science's global challenges and opportunities. The accompanying symposium was an engaging and thought-provoking discussion among the Partner representatives, including New Zealand's Professor Richard Blaikie.

Welcome to the October edition of The Lookout, leading with the updated 'Principles of the Aspen Institute' , followed by the premiere of the Ukrainian Art Exhibition, Bird of War, Beast of Hope, a visual representation of the war and its devastating impact on Ukraine. Don’t miss the compelling report on how data has overtaken oil as one of the world's most valuable resources and why it is becoming an essential resource for governments in the geopolitical arena.

The Principles of the Aspen Institute have recently been reviewed and updated to reflect the modern environment we now operate within, and the modern challenges we face as a society. We are proud to share these updated Principles with our community.

Welcome to The Lookout bringing you a global perspective on issues that matter. In this edition, we put in focus the extraordinary 'lifetime of service' with a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.

The Aspen Institute New Zealand leadership collectively have had a long and memorable association with the Queen in their respective official roles representing New Zealand.

Co-Patron and Chair, Sir Don McKinnon, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand, came to know Queen Elizabeth well during his nine years as Secretary General of the Commonwealth.

"I felt an enormous privilege knowing her during that time ... you knew she was on top of the issues and that she always felt there was much we could do for the Commonwealth. The Queen has always contributed an aura of stability when the political world is in convulsions."

Had a great time connecting with the fine folks @NZAspen on this complex topic. Even better to talk with a few of our #USNZYouthCouncil members who also participated! Thanks for the stimulating discussion! U.S. Ambassador for NZ, Tom Udall.

Welcome to the August edition, leading with 'security' with excerpts from the 2022 Aspen Security Forum from an interview with Chief of M16 to the rejuvenation of NATO.