Past events

The panel explores the role that digital technology plays in the current crisis of liberal democracy in Europe. 

With opinion polls showing support for the movement starting to decline, and the French public divided over whether it should continue, the panellists consider how the events of the last few months will affect the next phase of Macron’s presidency.

The panellists consider to what extent history shapes contemporary behaviour and whether the superpowers of the world, new and emerging, are in danger of repeating some of the mistakes of the last 100 years.

Robert Malley and Patricia Lewis examine the International Crisis Group’s Ten Conflicts to Watch in 2019.

The Prime Miniter of Lebanon, Saad Hariri, discusses his vision for the future of his country and its role in the region.

The panellists unpack the deep-rooted narratives held by the populations on either side of a 2,600km border.

The panel discusses the results of the US elections and what they mean for the next two years of America’s role in the world.

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Ambassador Seyed M Kazem Sajjadpour, discusses the country’s new foreign policy challenges following fresh US sanctions.

Professor Matthew Goodwin sets out the roots, rise and impact of national populism in Western democracies.

The panel considers Qatar’s reoriented foreign policy since the Arab Spring and its consequences for the Gulf region.

The 47th vice president of the United States, Joseph Biden, addresses the critical importance of the transatlantic relationship and the future of the rules-based global order.

Prime Minister of Malaysia, HE Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad, discusses recent experiences of the democratic processes in his country.