What scope is there for diplomacy to play a more effective role in mediating wars and conflicts? On the occasion of the publication of the 8th edition of Satow’s Diplomatic Practice edited by Ivor Roberts, we bring together four former distinguished diplomats to answer that and related questions.
The purpose of Putney Debates 2023 is to examine claims that democracy is in trouble and in danger of collapsing. This panel discussion focuses on electoral systems and political parties.
The purpose of Putney Debates 2023 is to examine claims that democracy is in trouble and in danger of collapsing. This panel discussion focuses on institutions of government and their role in democracy.
The purpose of Putney Debates 2023 is to examine claims that democracy is in trouble and in danger of collapsing. This panel discussion focuses on the role of leadership in democratic systems.
Richard W. Clary from Harvard Law School examines the following questions: Is “democracy” in fact under attack, and if so, what are the causes of those attacks and what can be done to reinvigorate the democratic ethos?
Malcolm Turnbull, former Prime Minister of Australia, analyses why major Western countries like the United States have witnessed a crisis in democracy, emphasising the role of the electoral system and the media (especially Fox News).
