We are excited to announce the Czech Security Forum 2024, a pivotal two-day conference focusing on foreign policy and international security, set to take place from October 24 to 25, 2024 organized by the Institute of International Relations Prague (IIR) and Peace Research Center Prague (PRCP).
The forum aims to bring together leading scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to engage in in-depth discussions on critical issues shaping the global and European security. This year, our theme revolves around the complexities of Great Power Rivalry and the quest for peaceful coexistence in the 21st century.
Conference Schedule:
Day 1 (October 24): Great Power Rivalry, NATO, and the European Security Order
This main policy conference day will explore the European security order within the global context, emphasizing the crucial role of NATO within the broader European security architecture. Expect engaging panels and keynote speeches that provide deep insights into the current challenges and opportunities facing Europe and its allies.
Day 2 (October 25): Great Power Rivalry or Peaceful Coexistence? International Order in the 21st Century
In collaboration with GRENPEC, the second day is an academic conference that will delve into the dynamics of the renewed great power rivalry and the prospects for a peaceful transformation. Participants are invited to contribute to the discourse, with an open Call for Papers to those interested in presenting their research and analysis on the topic.
Call for Papers: "Great Power Rivalry or Peaceful Coexistence? International Order in the 21st Century"
Contributions may explore the feasibility and desirability of reviving the notion of peaceful coexistence as an alternative to escalatory trajectories, relevance of this concept in today’s complex security environment, and other potential alternatives for maintaining international peace and security.
Submission Details:
Proposals should include a presentation title, an abstract (max. 200 words), and a short bio (max. 100 words).
Selected presentations may be considered for publication in a special issue of an IR scholarly journal.
Please send proposals to: zakir.rzazade@fsv.cuni.cz
Due date for proposals: May 20, 2024.
Save the date and join us in shaping the conversation on the future of international security and diplomacy. Together, let's explore the paths towards a more stable and peaceful world order.