Conference Program

The panel examines new grouping layered with old entanglements such as the BRICS, the Global South, and the assertive European Union. It examines the complex interdependence but its different implications in different parts of the world, creating disruptions and discord.

This panel explores the interplay between domestic political dynamics and individual leadership in shaping foreign policy. It examines how internal pressures and the actions of key figures influence a country's foreign policy decisions. Thus, the panel aims to offer a comparative perspective on the complex relationship between domestic politics, individual leaders, and foreign policy formulation. The panel encourages discussion on the relative weight of internal and external factors in shaping a nation's approach to the international stage.

This panel offers diverse insights into international relations. It explores why Mexico and the U.S. refrain from labeling drug traffickers as terrorists, considering their mutual dependence and shared interests. Additionally, it scrutinizes the geopolitical tensions in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait amid US-China rivalry, highlighting ASEAN's role in regional stability. It examines the evolution of bilateral security cooperation between Mexico and the United States, tracing historical contexts and the interplay between structural realism and institutional liberalism in shaping their relationship. Through these analyses, the panel aims to deepen understanding of complex international dynamics.

The panel aims at analyzing the rising position of China in global economic order. Consecutive papers of the panel evaluate inter alia the role of China in global monetary order or its approach to global and regional norms and regimes.

This panel examines the challenges of formulating foreign policy in a world of complex domestic and international pressures. The papers explore how countries navigate internal divides and competing priorities when making decisions on the international stage. Thus, the panel aims to illuminate the complex interplay between domestic politics, national security concerns, and historical narratives in shaping foreign policy. It encourages discussion on how countries reconcile internal divides and forge consensus when engaging with critical international issues.

The panel looks at selected national and local development programmes and policies. It evaluates how specific policies and institutions varying from microfinance to gentrification affect development of selected countries of the Global South.

This panel investigates the evolving landscape of foreign and security policies in response to recent global conflicts and crises, emphasizing decision-making processes, theoretical frameworks, and transatlantic perspectives. As a result, the panel aims to shed light on the complexities and realignments in contemporary foreign and security policies, offering insights into the factors driving policy success and failure in an increasingly interconnected and volatile world.

This panel presents three analyses on contemporary security challenges. It examines Turkish policymakers' approach towards Kurdish gains, exploring nuanced dynamics of engagement and recognition. Additionally, it explores narratives surrounding peace and security in the South Atlantic, mapping the presence of various actors and assessing evolving power structures within the region. Lastly, it addresses the rising influence of violent non-state actors in the Middle East, analyzing their impact on regional stability and international security. Through these discussions, the panel offers insights into complex security dilemmas and potential strategies for mitigating emerging threats.

With the election of Donald Trump, the global conspiracy Q Anon gained a powerful foothold in the United States’ political landscape. And while Trump is no longer (and not yet again?) president, the murky sea of alternative facts remains a popular swimming spot. The phenomenon of bespoke news sources and curated media consumption challenges notions of state sovereignty, because individuals can exist worlds entirely of their own making, regardless of their geographic location. This panel will explore how new media can create pathways that lead to deeply polarized electorates and even potentially undermine state sovereignty. The panel will focus on how this polarization challenges what it means to win elections, and how this affects international legitimacy.