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George Lawson
Professor of International Relations at the Australian National University who discusses the historical development and formalisation of modern international institutions.
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Jan 18, 2026
• 29min
Donald Trump and the wrecking ball: The end of the world as we know it
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Isis Zarakol, a Professor at the University of Cambridge, highlights the historical roots and fragmentation of international orders. George Lawson from ANU discusses the evolution of modern diplomacy and international institutions. Charles Kupchan, expert on international law, critiques the liberal order's vulnerabilities and how Trump's presidency reflects deeper domestic issues. They explore the potential collapse of this order and debate whether the crisis stems from internal US politics or external pressures, driving us toward a future of uncertainty.
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