A World in Crisis?

Democracy, national security and sovereignty all appear to be under threat. Join us as our experts discuss issues including disinformation, Donald Trump’s second presidency and the security of Europe.

Is Trump’s second presidency going to herald a new world disorder? What do diplomatic conversations between Trump and Putin mean for the rest of the world? And what should Europe do to ensure its security? With world politics seeming to be dictated by the personalities of a handful of powerful men, we ask what the future holds.

These Festival Focus events are presented in collaboration with the Morrell Centre for Legal and Political Philosophy, which is generously supported by the C and JB Morrell Trust.

Sunday 8 June

Disinformation, Polarisation and the Future of Democracy 11am to 12.30pm

Are the deep splits in society being created and maintained by disinformation? What can be done to rein in big tech? Our expert speakers discuss if democracy can survive in these circumstances.

A New World Order? 1.30pm to 3pm

With Trump’s second presidency, are we returning to an era of Great Powers and ‘might means right’? What are the implications for the so-called ‘global rules-based order’? Join in the discussion with our expert panel.

Is Europe Safe? 3.30pm to 5pm

There is serious possibility the US might withdraws its security guarantees for Europe, in place since 1945. Our expert speakers review the options and consider what the future of Europe might look like.