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LSE IDEASJan 30, 2023
WiD Episode 11: Women in Art and Diplomacy
This episode features Gabriela von Habsburg, who served as Georgia’s ambassador to Germany from 2009 to 2013. She is also an artist, creating abstract sculptures, and has been a professor of art. She was born in Luxembourg, grew up in Germany and then became a citizen of Georgia. She spoke to Prof Karen E. Smith, Director of the Women in Diplomacy project, about her unusual path to a diplomatic career and the importance of cultural diplomacy. They also discussed the challenges of representing a small country that had recently suffered from violent conflict. When she served in Berlin, she was one of only a few female ambassadors in the capital, and the experience made her think that we may need quotas to improve the representation of women in diplomacy.
The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and under representation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
WiD Episode 10: Women in Leadership
This episode features the Ambassador of the United States to the UK, Jane Hartley. She is only the second woman to serve in that position. Previously she was the US Ambassador to France from 2014 to 2017. She also had a distinguished career in the private sector, and has served on a number of boards of trustees, including as Chair of the Board of Trustees of Sesame Workshop. In a conversation that took place at Winfield House, the US Ambassador’s residence in London, she spoke with Prof Karen E. Smith, the Director of the Women in Diplomacy project, and Marta Kozielska, the Women in Diplomacy Project Manager. They discussed the challenges facing women serving in the public and private sectors, the different leadership styles of women, the importance of role models (including in fictional media, such as in the Netflix show The Diplomat), and the benefits and opportunities that a career in diplomacy offers.
The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and under representation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: battlefield dynamics and prospects for 2024
In a recent statement, Putin asserted that "Ukrainian statehood may suffer an irreparable, very serious blow" if the current battlefield situation persists. Panelists delved into the military balance on the ground, analyzing the nuanced interplay of air, land, and sea power. The situation on the frontlines and the intricacies of the Ukrainian offensive were highlighted, along with a critical assessment of the strategic significance of the Black Sea and Crimea. Moreover, our panel scrutinized transatlantic support for Ukraine and explore the impact of unconventional supply sources, including North Korea and Iran, on Russia's future war capabilities. The potential implications of these supplies on the war's trajectory was a central focus, providing a nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics at play in the ongoing war. #LSERussiaUkraine
Speakers:
🔴 Keir Giles 🔴 LTG Ben Hodges Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2024/02/RUD-Feb/13-Feb
The three worlds: does the liberal order have a future?
Increasing strategic competition is dividing world politics. Does the liberal order have a future in a dividing world? Are contemporary wars and conflicts undermining the possibility of an open liberal order? And how are global south states actively reshaping the international order, in a context of strategic competition? #LSETheThreeWorlds Speakers: 🔴 Professor G John Ikenberry 🔴 Dr Rohan Mukherjee 🔴 Professor Leslie Vinjamuri 🔴 Professor Ayse Zarakol Chair: 🔴 Professor Michael Cox ℹ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2024/02/The-Three-Worlds/The-Three-Worlds-Does-the-Liberal-Order-have-a-Future
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: Women on the Frontlines
A key focus of this panel was on the transformation of the military landscape, exploring how women's increased participation in military and paramilitary roles has altered societal perceptions. The panel addressed lingering barriers to entry and the ongoing efforts to rectify inequalities within the military, such as shortages of proper equipment and uniforms for women in service. The discussion extended to the realm of journalism, where many Ukrainian women are chronicling the war's unfolding events. Questions explored the experiences of female war correspondents, the reasons behind their prominence in reporting, and the unique challenges they face in the context of evolving gender dynamics on the frontlines. Ukrainian women, uniquely positioned to act as official and unofficial representatives abroad, shared insights into their roles in shaping international perceptions of the conflict. The panel examined the long-term impact of the war on women's roles in post-conflict reconstruction and political landscapes, addressing whether expectations for women to be vocal and active are fair and the potential consequences for those who diverge from these expectations. In essence, "Women on the Frontlines" illuminated the stories of resilience, courage, and empowerment, exploring how Ukrainian women are not just enduring the events but actively shaping the course of their nation's history. #LSERussiaUkraine Speakers: 🔴 Diana Butsko 🔴 Hanna Hopko 🔴 Mariia Zolkina Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2024/01/RUD-Jan/30-Jan
WiD Episode 8: Health, Development and Peacebuilding
Episode 8 of the podcast series features Alaa Murabit, who leads the Gates Foundation’s health advocacy and communications programme. She is a medical doctor, women’s rights advocate, and an advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals appointed by the United Nations Secretary-General. She founded Voice of Libyan Women in 2011, when she was 21, and also recorded a widely-viewed TED Talk on ‘What My Religion Really Says About Women’. She spoke with Dr Mary Martin, the Director of the LSE IDEAS UN Business and Human Security Initiative. They discussed the need to ensure that peace processes involve broader perspectives than just those of the parties to the conflict, the threats to women’s rights over their bodies, and why institutions have to change how they manage security and development.
The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and under representation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
WiD Episode 9: Diplomacy in Multinational Organisations
Episode 9 of the podcast series features Nicole Mannion, the Deputy Head of the European Union’s Delegation to the UK. She has been in that post since 2020, and before that, served as the Director for Brexit and EU Affairs at the Embassy of Ireland in London, as Ireland’s European Correspondent, and the Deputy Director for Human Rights in the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs. She spoke to Professor Karen E. Smith, the Director of the Women in Diplomacy Project, about the importance of mentors in building a diplomatic career, the differences between working in the diplomatic service of a relatively small state and that of a large multinational organisation, and the efforts that the EU has made towards improving gender balance in its diplomatic service. The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and under representation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
Russia-Ukraine dialogues: taking the pulse
As we approach February 2024, marking two years since the escalation of the Russia-Ukraine war, the full-scale invasion has defied many predictions by experts. Simultaneously, the war offers a myriad of lessons for scholars in international relations, military theory, economics, history, and various other social sciences. During the panel discussion, experts delved into how the war has metamorphosed Ukraine and Russia since the February 2022 escalation, examining its impact on the immediate region and the broader global order. Furthermore, panelists gazed into the future, contemplating what to anticipate in 2024 and beyond. The key questions explored included: What transpired? What is the current situation? And, most importantly, where are we heading? #LSERussiaUkraine Speakers: 🔴 Professor Michael Cox 🔴 Dr Nathalie Tocci 🔴 Dr Tamara Krawchenko Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ More Info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2024/01/RUD-Jan/16-Jan
WiD Episode 7: Women’s Leadership and Communication
Episode 7 of the Women in Diplomacy podcast series features Dr Sandra Pralong, a state adviser in Romania’s Department for the Relations with Romanians Abroad, and a member of the Cabinet of the President of Romania. She has extensive experience in the field of communication. She served as the Director of Promotion of Newsweek in New York, and led the UN Development Programme’s communications efforts in the Central and East European region. She also served as a gender and civil society adviser at the UN Fund for Population. She spoke to Marta Kozielska, the LSE Ideas Women in Diplomacy Project Manager, about the different environments she has worked in, the importance of communication skills and the influence gender has had in influencing her professional goals and priorities.
The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and under representation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: the war’s impact on the Western Balkans
Our distinguished panel of experts provided an insight into the multifaceted consequences of the Russia-Ukraine war on the Western Balkans. The dialogue centered on the intricate web of relationships within the ongoing frozen conflicts in the Western Balkans, notably Republika Srpska's secession efforts from Bosnia and Herzegovina and the enduring Serbia-Kosovo conflict, but also illuminated the responses of Western states to this regional upheaval. Additionally, panelists focused on the evolving dynamics in energy security and the spread of disinformation, examining their direct correlation with Russian influence in the area. Speakers: 🔴 Dr Kurt Bassuener 🔴 Meliza Haradinaj 🔴 Dimitar Bechev Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: The Evolution of Cyber Warfare
This event spotlighted Ukraine and Russia’s evolving cyber strategies, cyber-attacks in the context of conventional war, differing viewpoints on cyber operations, and the changing nature of cyber warfare. Additionally, discussions encompassed the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on cyber norms, international cyber security coordination efforts, and the active role of multinational corporations in cyber warfare and defence. By addressing these critical aspects, the RUD offered concise, informed insights into the complex dimensions of cyber security within the Russia-Ukraine war. #LSERussiaUkraine Speakers: 🔴 Professor Alexander Crowther 🔴 Nadiya Kostyuk 🔴 Tanel Sepp Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/10/RUD-Oct/3-Oct
WiD Episode 6: Women Leaders in International Law
Episode 6 of the podcast series features Her Excellency Dr Fatou Bensouda, who is currently serving as The Gambia’s High Commissioner to the UK. From 2012 to 2021 Dr Bensouda was the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) – the first woman and the first African to serve in that capacity. She had previously served as the Deputy Prosecutor of the ICC, as Senior Legal Advisor in the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, and in a number of roles in The Gambia including Attorney General and Minister for Justice. She spoke to Dr Henriette Mueller, a member of the Women in Diplomacy team and an Assistant Professor of Gender, Governance and Society at NYU Abu Dhabi. They spoke about gender equality in international jurisprudence, and the obstacles women, especially women from the Global South, face as leaders in international law. They also discussed Dr Bensouda’s leadership in ensuring gender equality and diversity at the ICC, and in advancing accountability for sexual and gender-based crimes, a first for the ICC and an important step in the development of international criminal law. The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and underrepresentation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
WiD Episode 5: Women Ambassadors and Leadership
In episode 5, Ambassador Nadia Theodore spoke to Professor Pamela Blackmon about the challenges of leading in a sector – trade – that has traditionally been dominated by men. Ambassador Theodore is Canada’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the World Trade Organization, the UN Conference on Trade and Development, the International Trade Centre and the World Intellectual Property Organization. She has over a dozen years of experience in trade diplomacy, and has also served as Vice President of Maple Leaf Foods. Professor Blackmon is a member of the Women in Diplomacy research team and a Professor of Political Science at Penn State Altoona. Ambassador Theodore reiterated that groups of diverse policy-makers help produce better, more representative policy: to have trade policy that works for the greatest number of people, then different perspectives, including those of women and others with intersectional identities, have to be incorporated into policy-making. She offered advice on how to counter biases and to seek out mentors for specific stages of your career.
The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and underrepresentation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
Securing a Seat at the Table: Women in International Diplomacy, 27 June 2023
To celebrate the International Day of Women in Diplomacy, the LSE IDEAS Women in Diplomacy project teamed up with the European Union delegation to the UK and Aspen UK to host an event entitled ‘Securing a Seat at the Table: Women in International Diplomacy’. It featured four distinguished speakers:
- Sally Axworthy, the Deputy Director and Head of Negotiations and Peace Processes Department in the FCDO’s Office for Conflict, Stabilisation and Mediation
- Dr Fatou Bensouda, the High Commissioner of Gambia to the UK
- Sophie Katsarava, the Ambassador of Georgia to the UK, and
- Natalia Royo, the Ambassador of Panama to the UK.
The event was moderated by Professor Chris Alden, director of LSE IDEAS. The EU’s Ambassador to the UK, Pedro Serrano, opened the event, while Ambassador Laura Popsecu of Romania and I also contributed opening remarks. The event was held at the EU Delegation to the UK in London.
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: the future of Russia (English Version)
One of the issues that the recent Wagner rebellion has exposed is Russia's fragility. As such, the event focused on domestic vulnerabilities, potential state failure, widening disparities, and the fragile nature of Russian identity. The primary objective was to foster a constructive dialogue that shed light on the ramifications of the ongoing war for Russia's future trajectory. Additionally, the event aimed to identify how Russia's domestic fragilities would impact the war itself, and to examine how Western policymakers should respond to these complex issues. #LSERussiaUkraine Speakers: 🔴 Natalia Arno 🔴 Janusz Bugajski 🔴 Mikhail Khodorkovsky Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/07/RUD-July/25-July
WiD Episode 4: Women’s Leadership in Practice
The fourth episode of the podcast series features Baroness Catherine Ashton. Baroness Ashton served as Leader of the UK House of Lords, and then as EU Trade Commissioner, before assuming the role of the EU’s first High Commissioner for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, and Vice President of the European Commission, between 2009 and 2014. She has recently published a book, And Then What? Inside Stories of 21st-Century Diplomacy, about her time as EU High Representative. She spoke to Dr Rosa Balfour, the Director of Carnegie Europe, and a member of the LSE IDEAS Women in Diplomacy team. They discussed the challenges that Baroness Ashton faced trying to improve the gender balance and diversity within the new European External Action Service, the critical importance of diplomacy to help resolve problems and prevent further crises, and advice on finding mentors and building alliances in a multilateral setting. The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and underrepresentation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: the impact of the conflict on Moldova
Panellists engaged in a comprehensive examination of the distinctive case of Moldova, a nation that faces increasingly strained relations with Russia. They delved into Moldova's enduring energy dependence on Russia, Moldova’s refugee crisis, and complexities associated with Transnistria and its current unresolved status. The panel’s analysis provides valuable insights into the relationship between Moldova and Russia and the legacies which make the former particularly fertile ground for Russian influence.They also looked at Moldova’s keen desire to join the European Union, especially in light of the war in Ukraine, and the potential obstacles standing in its way. #LSERussiaUkraine Speakers: 🔴 Ana Revenco 🔴 George Scutaru 🔴 Iulian Groza Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/06/RUD-June/27-Jun
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: Rebuilding Ukraine - Challenges and Opportunities
This Russia-Ukraine Dialogue, titled "Rebuilding Ukraine: Challenges and Opportunities," took place prior to the Ukraine Recovery Conference in London. Speakers discussed the current state of the Ukrainian economy and the role of government and the private sector in supporting the reconstruction process. They also explored the challenges of implementing an ambitious reform agenda and reducing risk to encourage investment in Ukraine. The panel provided valuable insights into the economic and social stabilisation needs of Ukraine, and offered recommendations for mobilising international support and financing private sector participation in the reconstruction process. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of the opportunities available in specific sectors and be inspired to contribute to the recovery efforts of Ukraine. #LSERussiaUkraine Speakers: 🔴 Gavin Gray 🔴 Luke Cooper 🔴 Nataliia Shapoval Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/06/RUD-June/15-May
WiD Episode 3: Women Leaders in Climate
The third episode of the podcast series features Ambassador Patricia Espinosa, the former Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. She also served as the Foreign Minister of Mexico and an ambassador to several countries and international organizations, and she was appointed Ambassador Emeritus of Mexico in 2012. She is currently the Founding Partner and CEO of onepoint5, a consulting firm specialising on climate change. At an LSE IDEAS online public event, she spoke to Dr Kamya Choudary, a member of the Women in Diplomacy research team and India Policy Fellow at LSE’s Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment. They discussed the need for bold action to combat climate change, strategies for overcoming obstacles to the progression of women (especially from the Global South) in diplomacy, and what international organisations and national diplomatic services need to do to ensure that the diplomatic space is inclusive and diverse.
The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and underrepresentation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: changing the narrative
This week, the Russia-Ukraine Dialogues aimed to provide a nuanced and informed analysis of how Russia's narrative has changed since February 2022. Panelists focused on Russia's official statements, media coverage, and social media messaging to identify key themes and trends in the country's evolving narrative. Topics of discussion included claims that Russia is saving Ukraine from “historic lands” and “Nazis”, the Kremlin’s portrayal of international actors such as NATO and the EU, and how Russian information warfare is impacting on the prospects for a peaceful resolution. Speakers: 🔴 Dr Ivana Stradner 🔴 Dr. Jennifer A. Cassidy 🔴 Julia Davis Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/05/RUD-May/30-May
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: how will this war end?
This panel discussion brought together experts in international relations, conflict resolution, and regional politics to discuss the possible outcomes of the Russia-Ukraine war. Panelists explored the current state of affairs, potential paths forward, and considered various scenarios for how the conflict could end, ranging from a negotiated settlement to continued hostilities. They also assessed the likelihood of each scenario and the potential consequences for both nations and the wider region. #LSERussiaUkraine Speakers: 🔴 Dr Donald Jensen 🔴 Ambassador Kurt Volker 🔴 Nataliya Bugayova Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/05/RUD-May/15-May
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: deepening sanctions
This panel discussion focused on sanction regimes against Russia in response to the February 2022 escalation of the war. Panelists discussed the impact of current sanctions on Russia, their effectiveness in deterring Russia's aggressive actions, and potential new measures that could be taken to increase pressure on the Russian government. Additionally, the panel explored the differences between the sanctions imposed by the United States and those imposed by European countries, including their objectives, scope, and potential impact on the Russian economy and political climate. The discussion also touched on the potential consequences of further sanctions, including their impact on global trade, geopolitical tensions, and the domestic political landscape in Russia. The panel aimed to provide insights and recommendations on how the international community can respond to Russia's actions while minimising harm to the wider global community. #LSERussiaUkraine Speakers: 🔴 Hanna Shtepa 🔴 Tymofiy Mylovanov 🔴 Viljar Lubi Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/05/RUD-May/2-May
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: support for the war among Russians
This week's Russia-Ukraine Dialogue discussed support among Russians for the war in Ukraine. #LSERussiaUkraine Panelists focused on the following issues: - The impact of sanctions on Russian thinking - Generational perspectives on the war - The impact of battlefield dynamics and mobilization on support for war - The future of Russia-Ukraine relations. Speakers: 🔴 Alena Popova 🔴 Dr Ian Garner 🔴 Dr Jade McGlynn 🔴 Maksim Kruglov Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/04/RUD-Apr/5-Apr
WiD Episode 2: Women Ambassadors and Leadership
The second episode in the podcast series features the British Ambassador to the United States, Dame Karen Pierce. Ambassador Pierce is the first female British ambassador to the United States, and before that was the first female British Permanent Representative to the UN in New York. She has also served as British Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, and has worked on security issues in the Balkans and Afghanistan. She talked to Dr Ingvild Bode, a member of the 'Women in Diplomacy' research team and an associate professor at the University of Southern Denmark. They discussed the differences between serving in bilateral and multilateral settings, the importance of finding supportive mentors, and finding the courage to be a trailblazer.
The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and underrepresentation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: African responses to the war
This week’s panel of LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues focused on African responses to the war in Ukraine. #LSERussiaUkraine Panelists discussed the following issues: - Do responses differ across the African continent? - How have Ukranian official voices been received? - How has the relationship between African states and Ukraine and Russia been impacted by the war? Speakers: 🔴 Abdelhak Bassou 🔴 Elizabeth Sidiropoulos 🔴 Liubov Abravitova Chair: 🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/03/RUD-Mar/21-Mar
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: NATO one year on | LSE IDEAS Online Event
This week’s panel of LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues focused on how the war in Ukraine has shaped NATO and vice versa. #LSERussiaUkraine
Panelists discussed the following issues:
- Finland and Sweden's path to accession to NATO
- Main divisions in NATO
- Key challenges for Stoltenberg's successor
- The future of Russia-NATO relations
- And how NATO will help to fill in some of Ukraine's needs in 2023
Speakers:
🔴 Paul King
🔴 Gorana Grgic
🔴 Jamie Shea
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/03/RUD-Mar/09-Mar
WiD Episode 1: Women in Leadership at the World Trade Organisation
The Women in Diplomacy project examines women’s leadership in international organizations and multilateral diplomacy, aiming to help address the issue of misrepresentation and underrepresentation of women in the field by understanding the obstacles to representation and how they can be overcome. In the first phase of the project, we are conducting interviews with female leaders about the challenges of exercising leadership in a multilateral context, the strategies they have adopted to overcome those challenges and the prospects for improving diversity in international diplomacy and organisations.
The first episode in the podcast series features Dr Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization, and the first woman and first African to lead the body tasked with lowering trade barriers and fostering the inclusion of developing countries in the global trading system. Among her many publications, Dr Okonjo Iweala also co-authored a book on Women and Leadership. Her appointment as Director-General in March 2021 was a major step forward in improving gender parity in the WTO leadership. As she recounts in the podcast, she has taken steps to try to make women and trade a much stronger part of what the WTO does, and to implement a gender policy framework within the WTO to recruit women and advance their careers in the organization.
We hope you enjoy the podcast. More podcasts will follow.
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: Ukraine, One Year On
This week’s panel of LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues focused on Ukraine, the primary victim of the war.
Discussants covered the following issues: Overview of the past year; Recent winter time developments (battlefield dynamics, and economic and humanitarian impacts of Russian attacks on critical infrastructure); Ukraine’s needs (military, economic reconstruction, and humanitarian); And scenarios for 2023.
Speakers:
🔴 Andrii Yarmolskyi
🔴 Andrii Zuez
🔴 Mariia Zolkina
🔴 Oleksandr Hryban
🔴 Olga Tokariuk
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/02/RUD-Feb/21-Feb
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: the war's intimate connection to Belarus
This week’s panel of LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues focused on Belarus in the context of the ongoing war. The fate of Ukraine and Belarus are intimately connected to one another. As argued by the leader of free Belarus, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, freedom and democracy in Belarus and Ukraine cannot be separated from one another. Moreover, Belarus has already played an important role in providing a launchpad for Russia’s full-scale military inviation of Ukraine. Yet, Belarus’s involvement in Ukraine could escalate further. #LSERussiaUkraine
This week’s panel discussed:
- Linking Belarus and Ukraine’s struggle for freedom
- Alyaksandr Lukashenka military support for Russia
- and Future scenarios
Speakers:
🔴 Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya
🔴 LTG (Ret.) Mark Hertling
🔴 Katia Glod
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/02/RUD-Feb/7-Feb
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: the importance of the Baltic States
This LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogue focused on how the war has impacted the Baltic states – Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania – individually and collectively. #LSERussiaUkraine
Speakers discussed:
- Key impacts of the war on the Baltic states
- Baltic responses to the conflict, especially in terms of NATO defense and support for Ukraine
- And what to expect in the coming months.
Speakers:
🔴 Dr Artis Pabriks
🔴 Jonas Survila
🔴 President Toomas Hendrik Ilves
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/01/RUD-Jan/24-Jan
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: where to start with New START and arms control?
This week’s panel of LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues discussed the possibility of a New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START). The discussion focused on: The U.S. approach to the New START in light of the Russia-Ukraine war; How Ukraine will be impacted by negotiations on new arms control treaties; Shifting European perspectives on nuclear arms control; and Prospects of success for negotiating and finalising arms control treaties. #LSERussiaUkraine
Speakers:
🔴 Steven Pifer
🔴 Dr Oliver Meier
🔴 Sarah Bidgood
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2023/01/RUD-Jan/10-Jan
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: Black Sea security
This LSE IDEAS Russia-Ukraine Dialogues discussed Black Sea security from the Ukrainian, Georgian and EU perspectives. Panelists discussed: Short- and medium-term impacts of the war on Black Sea security; The role of EU and NATO in mitigating risks for Black Sea security; and Strengthening cooperation in the Black Sea between NATO and partner countries. #LSERussiaUkraine
Speakers:
🔴 Andriy Zagorodnyuk
🔴 Tania Latici
🔴 Tornike Parulava
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2022/12/Russia-Ukraine-December/6-Dec
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: the future of energy
This weeks, LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues partnered with the Polish Cultural Institute in London to welcome experts to discuss the impact of the war on regional and global energy. Our panelists discussed: Short-term impacts of the war on the energy market; Strategies on mitigating the energy crises in advance of the Northern winter, including moves towards self-sufficiency, bilateral and multilateral deals and Long-term impacts of the war on the transition to green energy and Russian economy.#LSERussiaUkraine
Speakers:
🔴 Dr Benjamin Schmitt
🔴 Guy Monson
🔴 Jadwiga Emilewicz
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2022/11/Russia-Ukraine-November/29-Nov
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: non-aligned perspectives
In the midst of the G20 Bali summit, LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues discussed the views of three key non-aligned states, namely Indonesia, India and Turkey. Our speaker explored the following with regards to each state: Political and economic strategies and responses to the Russia-Ukraine war, Foreign policy strategies in relation to the Russia-Ukraine War, Successes and failures of the transatlantic alliance to unite the world against the Kremlin. #LSERussiaUkraine
Speakers:
🔴 Dr Tanvi Madan
🔴 Dr Mustafa Kutlay
🔴 Dr Desra Percaya
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: the future of China-Russia relations
This week, LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues and China Foresight welcomed experts to discuss the evolving relationship between China and Russia. Panelists discussed: Status of China-Russia diplomatic relations; Economic and diplomatic lessons learned from the war; and Impacts on the People’s Liberation Army’s military strategy. #LSERussiaUkraine
Speakers:
🔴 Lukas Fiala
🔴 Dr Björn Alexander Düben
🔴 Dr Yu Jie
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2022/11/Russia-Ukraine-November/1-Nov
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: battlefield updates
After a brief summer hiatus, the LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues series returned with additional analysis of the conflict. This week’s panel reflected on the past eight months of the conflict and explored the new phase of the war. Our speakers discussed: Different phases of the war; Current battles and NATO support for Ukraine; and Future scenarios. #LSERussiaUkraine
Speakers:
🔴 Mariia Avdeeva
🔴 Michael Kofman
🔴 Sir Lawrence Freedman
Chair:
🔴 Dr Leon Hartwell
ℹ️ More info: https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/events/2022/10/Russia-Ukraine-October/18-Oct
Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: Economic scars of the war
This week’s panel of LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues focused on the economic impact of the war on Ukraine.
Speakers discussed the economic damage in Ukraine, development support and long-term reconstruction needs.
Meet the speakers' and chair: Tymofyi Mylovanov, Nataliia Shapoval and Dr Leon Hartwell
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: corporate responses
This episode of Russia-Ukraine Dialogues analyses actions undertaken by the private sector in the wake of the war, both in Russia and in Ukraine.
Meet the speakers and chair: John W.H. Denton AO, Rory MacFarquhar, Atanas Raykov, Dr Leon Hartwell.
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: Russian and Belarusian anti-war movements
This panel of the LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues discusses ongoing anti-war efforts of Russian activists and their impacts on domestic politics in Russia.
Meet the speakers and chair: Andrei Soldatov, Ella Rossman, Lolja Nordic and Dr Leon Hartwell.
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: negotiating with Putin
Catch up with a panel of LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues focusing on past and present negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
Meet the speakers and chair: Robert Mnookin, Liz Hume, Dr Leon Hartwell
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: impact on NATO and European Security
As NATO prepares to adopt a new Strategic Concept in June, this panel of LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues focuses on the impact of the war on transatlantic defense and security.
Meet the speakers and chair: Admiral James G Foggo, Elena Lazarou, Lauren Speranza, Dr Leon Hartwell
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: The road to NATO for Sweden and Finland
This episode of the LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues discussed the road to NATO for Sweden and Finland.
Meet the speakers and chair: Karin Enström (Sweden’s Chair of the Swedish Delegation to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly/former Minister of Defense), Jukka Siukosaari (Finland’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom) and Dr Leon Hartwell.
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: dissecting international crimes
This panel of the LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues focuses on international crimes – war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity – in relation to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Meet the speakers and chair: Gerry Simpson, Douglas Irvin-Erickson, Dr Leon Hartwell.
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: humanitarian impact
This panel of the LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues discusses the humanitarian impact of the conflict, hearing from organisations working on the ground with refugees and internally displaced people.
Meet the speakers and chair: Maria Avdeeva, Mr. Bertrand Blanc, Michael Young, Leon Hartwell.
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: perspectives from frontline states
This panel of the LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues partnered with the LSE IDEAS Central and South-East Europe Programme to discuss the reactions from and impact on frontline states: Poland, Hungary, Romania and Belarus.
Meet the speakers and chair: Ionela Ciolan, Katia Glod, Péter Krekó, Bogdan Zawadewicz, Leon Hartwell
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: diplomacy in the time of war
This panel of the LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues discussed the past, current and future diplomatic efforts towards ending the war. Speakers provided American and Lithuanian perspectives on the ongoing conflict.
Meet the speakers and chair: . Margiris Abukevičius (Vice Minister of National Defence, Republic of Lithuania), Lt Col (Ret.) Alexander S. Vindman, and Dr. Leon Hartwell
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: a view from the Balkans
This panel of the LSE IDEAS’ Russia-Ukraine Dialogues partnered with the LSE IDEAS Central and South-East Europe Programme to discuss the impact of the ongoing conflict on Balkan states.
Meet the speakers and chair: Kreshnik Ahmeti, Sabina Ćudić, Milena Lazarevic, and Dr Leon Hartwell.
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: Xi Jinping's dilemma
This Russia-Ukraine Dialogues partnered with LSE IDEAS' China Foresight to discuss the implications of the war for China, who declared a partnership with “no limits” with Russia three weeks prior to the invasion.
Meet the speakers and chair: Olga Tokariuk, Mariah Thornton, George Magnus, Dr Leon Hartwell
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Russia-Ukraine Dialogues: shaping the narrative
This Russia-Ukraine Dialogues webinar focuses on narrative management and disinformation. Speakers discussed Putin’s use and abuse of history, Russian information warfare, and Ukraine’s counter efforts to thwart Russian disinformation.
Meet the speakers and chair: Edward Lucas, Margaret MacMillan, Kamil Mikulski, Dr Leon Hartwell.
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