The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a nonpartisan think tank and membership organization focused on foreign policy and international affairs. The organization was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in New York City. The CFR conducts research, publishes reports and books, and hosts events and discussions on a wide range of topics related to foreign policy and international relations. The organization is made up of members from a variety of backgrounds, including business, academia, and government. The CFR is widely regarded as one of the most influential foreign policy organizations in the United States.