

Religion and World Politics

Around the world, religious actors and institutions have gained political influence, marshaling religious arguments to justify their activities. Moreover, religion has inspired a multitude of world events, ranging from horrific terrorist acts to altruistic responses to the refugee crisis. These resources consider how religious beliefs and actors influence political activity throughout societies.

Religion in China and the United States

Transatlantic Policy Network on Religion and Diplomacy
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Trump and the Future of America’s Strategic Religious Engagement
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EDT Online
Article January 30, 2025
"Make Room for the Heart": Understanding the New Papal Encyclical, "Dilexit Nos"
Other Publications
Policy Brief November 25, 2024
Policy Brief November 25, 2024
The Politics of Save Uyghur: China’s “Islamic Diplomacy” and Islamic Activism in Malaysia


January 24, 2025
Truth and Consequences: Bishop Marianne Budde
Discover the firsthand experiences of faith leaders, activists, and peacebuilding practitioners working on issues ranging from development and education to conflict resolution and foreign policy.
For over a decade, Berkley Center scholars and students have been conducting interviews with individuals working at the intersection of religion and world affairs. These discussions offer unique insights into the inner workings of a wide spectrum of professions touched by religion with interviewees ranging from the highest levels of leadership of international organizations to on-the-ground practitioners. Explore individual interviews here or follow links to our interview collections below:
Recent Interviews
A Conversation with Sturla Stålsett
May 3, 2022
A Discussion with Shamsia Ramadhan, Catholic Relief Services
April 15, 2015