Event
Panel Discussion & Networking on The New Trump Administration
Event
Panel Discussion & Networking on The New Trump Administration
As a global player in this world, the United States´ impact on geopolitics is significant in many fields, including the economic, trade, military, and social scope. As one of the core interests of the VIGS institute, the event aims to discuss the geopolitical implications of the new Trump administration by focusing on international relations, geopolitics, and tech diplomacy.
About the VIGS Institute
The Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS) is a cutting-edge research center of Modul University in Vienna, Austria, founded by Professor Dr. Zoltán Ács. Inspired by the Santa Fe Institute and the RAND Corporation, VIGS integrates economic and complexity science perspectives to address society’s most pressing challenges. With its interdisciplinary approach and a team of world-class researchers, VIGS is redefining the way we understand global issues.
Key topics
- The domestic transformation of the United States: the rise of a new economic and political order.
- The shift towards “America First” in foreign policy—implications for global relations.
- The future of globalization and whether a multipolar world order is emerging.
- The role of technology diplomacy in shaping innovation and global competitiveness.
- Immigration as a pressing global challenge: policy considerations and strategic responses
Why You Should Attend
- Gain Key Insights: Understand the geopolitical implications of the new Trump administration.
- Learn from Experts: Engage with distinguished speakers in diplomacy, complexity science, and international relations.
- Expand Your Network: Connect with industry leaders and peers during the networking session.
- Stay Informed: Discover how global changes may impact economics, trade, and tech diplomacy.
- Enjoy Finger Food – Because great discussions deserve great refreshments!
Moderator
- Dr Zoltán Ács: Director of the VIGS Institute, leading innovative discussions on global studies.
Speakers
Dr. Attila Demkó
Former Hungarian diplomat, Head of the Strategic Foresight Program at the John Lukacs Institute, and affiliated with Ludovika University of Public Service.
Dr. Peter Turchin
Complexity scientist and Project Leader at the Complexity Science Hub–Vienna, Research Associate at the University of Oxford, Emeritus Professor at the University of Connecticut, and Chair of the Board of Directors of Seshat: Global History Databank.
Yacov Hadas-Handelsman
Former Ambassador to Germany, Hungary, Jordan, Qatar, the EU, and NATO.
MMag. Christian Lothar Mandl
Head of the Department of Europapolitik, Wirtschaftskammer Österreich (Austrian Economic Chamber).
