Please note this event will be online. To register for the event, please, CLICK HERE. At the end of December 2025, demonstrations erupted across multiple cities in Iran that in many cases became riots due to the deepening economic crisis and disillusionment of the Iranian regime. This has been considered as the largest uprising since … Continued
The Sign Up Has Now Closed. The decision by the UK Government to approve the Chinese request to build a large embassy compound in the heart of the City of London has been met with surprise and concern by those who work on China. Due to the nature of its authoritarian regime and its … Continued
Trust in mainstream media is in steady decline, with growing number of people turning instead to social media for political informatino. While these platforms offer speed and accessibility, they also carry serious risks: weak editorial oversight, limited accountability, and fertile ground for disinformation. How did we get here? Is the erosion of trust inevitable, or … Continued
Please note this event will be online. To register for the event, please, CLICK HERE. The aftermath of the 7th October massacre has led Israel to undergo a transformation. Technologically, Israel has evolved from being a hi-tech nation to become a defence-tech nation. Israel’s security doctrine has also undergone a transition from defending its borders … Continued
Four years have passed since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and despite determined efforts - including unprecedented sanctions against the Kremlin - the war continues. How robust has the UK’s support for Ukraine been, and how has it evolved following the dramatic political shift that saw Labour defeat the Conservatives in a landslide? How do British … Continued
David Harris is a lifelong advocate for Jewish rights and combating antisemitism. This event celebrates the release of his latest book, “Antisemitism: What Everyone Needs to Know.” This event provides a unique opportunity to engage with one of the most influential voices in contemporary Jewish and global affairs. Our Director of Research, Michael … Continued
As global competition for critical minerals intensifies, the Arctic is rapidly emerging as one of the world’s most strategically significant regions. Often described as the “next frontier” of resource geopolitics, the High North holds vast reserves of rare earth elements and other minerals essential to the green transition, advanced technologies, and defence industries. This report … Continued
The deal has sparked significant debate across the political spectrum, raising questions about Chagossian rights, international law and the national security implications for the United Kingdom and its allies. This event will bring together leading voices to explore the legal, political and strategic consequences of the proposed settlement. Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP Solihull … Continued
The rise of far-right and far-left political parties has been a long-standing concern for policymakers. In the last few years, Europe, the US, and the UK have seen an alarming rise of populism and populist political parties – raising fears that, if these parties gain power, the political fabric of the continent could be irreversibly … Continued
The strangulation of the Strait of Hormuz, first by Iranian threats to global shipping and now by a US blockade, has closed the world’s most vital energy artery and sent shockwaves through international markets, driving energy prices ever higher. Although international plans are underway to find a path to reopening the Strait, possibly through a convoy system, Iran’s actions in weaponising the … Continued
This expert panel, convened by the Henry Jackson Society, will examine the scale, scope, and methods of Chinese influence operations in the UK. The discussion will focus on Chinese technology, organised crime networks, espionage cases currently under investigation, and significant historical examples of Chinese intelligence activity. Dr John Hemmings Director for the National … Continued
In his book, “US Grand Strategy and the Madman Theory”, Boys argues that projecting calculated irrationality can terrify adversaries into submission, but at enormous risk. From Nixon’s secret Cold War gambit to Trump’s chaotic, tweet-driven diplomacy, Boys argues that these two leaders weaponised unpredictability to keep allies guessing and enemies off balance. Where does strategy end and madness … Continued
As artificial intelligence accelerates at a pace few anticipated, questions about the future of work are no longer abstract; they are immediate and deeply personal. From tech to finance, industries … Continued
Join us for an in-conversation event with Lord Walney, a leading voice on Islamist extremism. We will present rigorous analysis of a new form of sectarian politics that is taking … Continued
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 Join us on online here Harry Saul Markham Author The Rt. Hon Lord Pickles Conservative Member, House of Lords Katherine Birbalsingh CBE Headmistress, Michaela Community School
