Geopolitics: Diplomacy & International Relations

• A Fragmented World: Diplomacy at a Crossroads.
• The evolving diplomatic landscape: The redrawing of alliances, economic blocs and global influence.
• Europe and the Future of European Integration. Can Europe emerge as a cohesive global actor?
• The US and its place in the world. Is US Foreign Policy changing?
• What will Trump 2.0 mean for the global world order?
• The future of Russia.
• War in Ukraine: Predicting the outcome and its significant global geopolitical and economic ramifications.
• The Middle East and Israel.
• China’s Global Strategy: The role and place of China in the new global order. China’s economic statecraft, its trade tensions with the West and the future of China’s relations with the US and EU.

Security & Defence

• The European Security and Defence Agenda and ambitions. What does “strategic autonomy” mean in practical terms?
• The Future of European Defence and Security: Rebuilding Security in the Age of Conflict. With the return of war to the continent and instability on its periphery, Europe is rethinking its security architecture.
• Eastern Mediterranean Security Dynamics: Regional energy politics, naval strategy and Great Power interests. The role of Cyprus and Greece.
• The Middle East.
• The War in Ukraine.

Global & European Economics

• Forecasting the Global Economy: What will the global economy look like in 2026 and beyond?
• US Economic Policy & Trade Wars: Trump-era tariffs are reshaping global trade and protectionism is on the rise. The global implications.
• The European Economy in Transition: Between fiscal rules reform, competitiveness gaps and ambitious green targets, the EU faces a delicate balancing act. Can it drive sustainable growth while ensuring social and energy stability?
• How governments and institutions are navigating instability and designing future-proof economic models. The European economy.
• Economies Under Pressure: Protectionism, Recovery & Power Shifts.
• Emerging Markets & Global Growth: BRICS expansion, Gulf sovereign wealth funds and new development banks are altering global capital flows. Where does Europe fit in a world no longer centred around the G7?
• Energy Economics: Energy markets are in flux – from LNG expansion and renewables investment to price volatility and security concerns. How will Europe balance its green ambitions with reliable access?

Business

• What does it all mean for business?
• Adapting to Disruption: Leadership, Innovation & Corporate Strategy. How companies across sectors can build agility and resilience.
• Navigating Uncertainty: CEOs must take decisions amid inflation, conflict, regulatory shifts and geopolitical risk. How are global and regional businesses adapting their strategies to this new era?
• Innovation & Technology: AI, deep tech and green innovations offer a competitive edge but also new risks. How are firms investing, protecting IP and managing ethical dilemmas?
• Finance & Capital Markets: Interest rate hikes, ESG compliance and geopolitical tensions are reshaping investment decisions.