A Divided International System

As the world moves towards multipolarity, it also becomes more dangerous. Relations between major international powers have frayed or broken out into open conflict - military, economically, diplomatically. Wars with destructive regional or global potential rage in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, with major powers located - directly or indirectly - on opposite sides. How will the African continent respond to global power competition?

African Strategies for a Multipolar World

Africa is not just a spectator in world politics, but an active participant, with unique interests and perspective. The conference will consider the strategies the African Union, regional bodies and individual African states may employ to protect continental and national interests, mitigate the risk of conflict, and leverage global power competition for the benefit of the continent. Join us as we consider challenges, strategies and opportunities for Africa in a complex and dangerous world.