Great Power Competition and Disruptive Technologies in the Modern Era
Imperial College London via YouTube
Overview
Explore the evolving nature of great power competition in response to disruptive technologies in this thought-provoking lecture by NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană. Delve into how artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and synthetic biology are reshaping the landscape of global competition and the objectives of world powers. Examine the opportunities presented by these technologies in shaping competitive parameters and the challenges faced by international organizations like NATO in navigating rapidly changing political environments. Gain insights into NATO's role, the battle of ideas, and the organization's commitment to responsible use of emerging technologies. Learn about NATO's perspective on current geopolitical issues, including the situation in Ukraine, and its relationships with Europe, Japan, and Australia. Understand the complexities of modern security challenges and the strategies employed by international bodies to address them in this comprehensive exploration of global power dynamics and technological disruption.
Syllabus
Introduction
Opening remarks
What is NATO
Disruptive Technologies
NATO
The Battle of Ideas
NATO and Ukraine
Europe and Beyond
Japan Australia
Ukraine
David Sansbury
Alex Chalk
NATOs Commitment
Principles of Responsible Use
Message
Taught by
Imperial College London