Global Affairs 2025: a year in review

2025 has been a defining year for global affairs, marked by shifting great power alliances, transitions in major governments, heart-wrenching conflicts, technological innovation and disruptions impacting the global economy, rising geopolitical tensions, and disruptions caused by climate change. The world continues to evolve at a pace that challenges traditional models of stability and cooperation.

This event offers a review of the major events, trends, and inflection points that shaped the global landscape this year. By bringing together critical insights from the political, economic, and technological spheres, the session aims to help participants understand not only what happened, but why it matters. Join us as we break down key developments, explore their ripple effects across regions and industries, and reflect on what these shifts signal about the world’s direction in 2026 and beyond.