The flagship of the Aspen Strategy Group is the annual Summer Workshop, conducted against the peaceful and solitary backdrop of the Aspen Mountains. Away from the chaotic scene of Washington, ASG members have an opportunity to take a step back and reflect on the challenges that the U.S. faces with a fresh eye and a clear mind. The four-day meeting in August brings to the roundtable ASG members, outside experts, and administration officials to identify and anticipate the forthcoming challenges the United States faces in the international arena. Past meetings have focused on themes such as cybersecurity, American strategy in South Asia, the global politics of energy, the threat posed by nuclear proliferation, and the influence of government structures on America’s ability to conduct foreign policy.

The various ideas and conclusions emanating from each meeting are published in the form of a policy book, made available to the general public by the Aspen Institute Press and the Brookings Institution Press. All of our publications can be viewed and purchased here.