Overview
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Engage in a thought-provoking conversation featuring David Miliband, CEO of the International Rescue Committee and former UK Foreign Secretary, as he discusses pressing global issues. Explore topics such as the refugee crisis, economic support for displaced populations, Brexit's implications, global citizenship, and the Trump administration's policies. Delve into European affairs, reflections on British politics, and the complexities of international interventions. Gain insights on the work of the International Rescue Committee and learn how individuals can contribute to addressing global challenges. Moderated by Sky News' Adam Boulton, this 39-minute Milken Institute talk offers a comprehensive examination of current geopolitical dynamics and humanitarian efforts.
Syllabus
Introduction
About the International Rescue Committee
About refugees
Economic support for refugees
Brexit
Citizens of the world
The answer
The Trump administration
Building walls
Europe
The absence makes the heart grow
Did you overthrow Gordon Brown
Was the invasion of Iraq a mistake
Is there a case for the use of force
International Rescue
What can we do
Taught by
Milken Institute