Diplomacy in the Age of Conflict: Challenges, Shifts, and Future Direction
In a world where military interventions are increasingly shrouded in euphemisms—‘excursions’ and ‘special operations’—the credibility of the rules-based order is under severe scrutiny. This event explores the rapidly evolving nature of diplomacy during times of conflict, focusing on recent cases such as the Iran war and the war in Ukraine. Against this backdrop, we will confront the urgent question: What changes does diplomacy need to undergo today to be able to fit for purpose before it is too late? The discussion will question whether traditional diplomatic channels and institutions still serve their purpose, or if personal trust now outweighs official procedures.





























