Event

On the occasion of the establishment of a partnership between the European University Institute (EUI) and the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI), we organize a deep-dive into European and global defence, diplomacy, and security.

Registration for this event is now full.

As Russia’s war in Ukraine continues to shape Europe's security landscape, China’s growing economic, technological, and geopolitical influence affects Europe’s strategic choices. At the same time, U.S. foreign policy practices have become challenging. In sum, the rules-based order is under pressure from renewed power politics. 

In this situation, we have invited a high-level panel to explore the dilemmas and innovations in diplomatic engagement amid geopolitical tensions, shifting alliances, and evolving security landscapes.

This event will celebrate the strengthening of academic collaboration and intellectual exchange between our two institutions.

The partnership marks a milestone in our shared commitment to advancing research and dialogue on European and global defence, diplomacy, and security. It will deepen existing ties, foster new research initiatives, and contribute to building a more integrated European research community.

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Program:

10:00 – 10:20 Introductions by directors Kari Osland and Erik Jones

10.20 - 11.20 Panel Discussion
New Frontiers of Diplomacy: Building Relationships with Uncomfortable Actors in a Changing World

• John Karlsrud, NUPI
• Simone Tholens, EUI
• Johan Vibe, Norwegian Centre for Conflict Resolution (NOREF)
• Christian Syse, Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA)
• Moderator: Øyvind Svendsen, Head of the Research Group on Global Order and Diplomacy

 11:20 – 11:45 Q&A

11:45 End

Speakers

Erik Jones

Director of the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies

Kari M. Osland

Director

Simone Tholens

Part-time Professor, Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies, EUI

Johan Vibe

Director, NOREF

Christian Ulrik Syse

Special representative for Ukraine, Norwegian Foreign Ministry

John Karlsrud

Research Professor

Moderator

Øyvind Svendsen

Senior Research Fellow, Head of the Research Group on Global Order and Diplomacy