War in the Middle East : What future for the global order ?
- Wednesday 14 October 2026
- 12:00 - 14:00
- CCIG, bd du Théâtre 4, Genève
- Organisation: Geneva Graduate Institute in collaboration with CCIG
The Middle East remains at the heart of some of the most consequential geopolitical shifts of our time. From ongoing regional conflicts and evolving security alliances to renewed great-power competition involving the United States, China and Russia, developments in the region are reshaping the foundations of the international order and raising critical questions about the future of global governance, international law and multilateral cooperation.
Bringing together leading experts from the Geneva Graduate Institute, this discussion will explore how these transformations are affecting political stability, regional and global power dynamics, and the future of the rules-based international system. Particular attention will be paid to the implications for businesses and economic actors, including energy security, trade routes, supply chains, investment decisions and the management of geopolitical risk.
At a time when international tensions increasingly influence economic performance and strategic planning, this event offers a unique opportunity for business leaders, policymakers and the wider public to better understand the challenges and opportunities emerging from a rapidly changing world.
Agenda
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12h00 |
Welcome remarks Mario Marchesini, Deputy Director, departement of Economic Promotion and Support, CCIG Marie-Laure Salles, Director, Geneva Graduate Institute |
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12h10 |
International law Andrew Clapham, Professor, International Law |
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12h15 |
Implications of Conflict for Middle East States and Societies Christiana Parreira, Assistant Professor, International Relations/Political Science |
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12h20 |
China’s role Jan Kiely, Senior Lecturer, International History and Politics |
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12h25 |
The Future of the Nuclear Order Grégoire Mallard, Professor, Anthropology and Sociology and Director of Research |
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12h30 |
What Future for the Global Order? Cyrus Schayegh, Professor and Head of the International History and Politics Department |
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12h35 |
Panel discussion Moderated by Marie-Laure Salles |
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12h55 |
Q&A |
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13h15 |
Cocktail reception |
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14h00 |
End of the event |
Event held in English.
Kindly note there are limited places for this event, registration is mandatory.
Please prioritize sustainable mobility and public transport for your travel.
- Contact
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