This lecture explores the role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in shaping international law amidst ongoing global crises. Hilary Charlesworth, an Australian international lawyer and ICJ judge, will discuss whether the Court can enhance the effectiveness of international law, often viewed as a "toothless tiger."

Join this eye-opening panel discussion with experts that delves deep into the rich history, dynamic present, and complex international relations surrounding Taiwan’s sovereignty.

Participez les 27 septembre (9h30 - 18h15) et 28 septembre 2024 (9h00 - 12h30). Le colloque, intitulé « Les marges de manœuvre et les acteurs des décisions d’intégration européenne en période de crise de l’ordre mondial, 1950-2024 », réunira des experts tels que Joachim Bitterlich, Pat Cox et Viviane Reding. Conférences et discussions en français et en anglais.

The event focusses on India's evolving role as a global power in light of the 2024 elections and the formation of a third Modi government. It explores India's ambitions, strengths, and vulnerabilities amid a shifting geopolitical landscape, addressing its place among great powers and implications for global issues.

Join this exciting Panel on UN Peacekeeping in Mali and how Peacekeeping might develop in the future. Gain insights from various experts including a high-level UN diplomat and enjoy the following apéro.

Are you a new member of foraus, curious about shaping foreign policy or perhaps still deliberating joining? foraus' engagement team will talk structure, policy writing, event management, staying up to date, insider events and much more.

As the US elections approach, Trump's influence looms once again over international relations. In this edition of Policy Flash, discuss what a second term of the former president could entail, and what implications it could have for Switzerland with foraus' Policy Fellow Aurèle Cotton.

Die Veranstaltung thematisiert die US-Wahlen 2024, die durch ein Attentat auf Trump und Bidens Rückzug als Kandidat geprägt sind. Diskutiert werden Bidens Bilanz, unerfüllte Wahlversprechen und mögliche Folgen eines weiteren Trump-Siegs.

Lors de l'événement de lancement de la dernière publication du foraus, vous aurez l'occasion d'obtenir un aperçu passionnant de la publication, suivi d'une table ronde avec des expert·e·s de renom. Pendant l'apéritif qui suivra, vous pourrez échanger davantage avec les expert·e·s et les auteur·e·s.

This event features a screening of the film "Home River," which follows Sámi women fighting for their fishing rights. A panel discussion will follow, addressing the rights of Indigenous communities in the Arctic and Switzerland's role in supporting them.