Geopolitics and Global Futures Symposium 2026
What will global security look like in 10 years - and how can we prepare for it now?
From space warfare to brain science and AI, the very foundations of global power are being redefined.
Created by Professor Nayef Al-Rodhan, the Geopolitics and Global Futures Symposium brings together a powerful blend of disciplines to explore emerging security challenges through a future-focused lens.
By participating in this online symposium, you’ll move beyond static analyses of geopolitics to confront the dynamic, interlocking forces shaping our world - from rising technologies and shifting alliances to the neurobiological drivers of conflict.
What sets the symposium apart:
- Multidisciplinary, strategic insight - not just theory, but foresight
- High-level global experts from security, science, policy, and ethics
- Interactive format with real-world case studies
- A future-first approach to understanding power, policy, and risk
Learning objectives
- See the full spectrum of 21st-century security threats - technological, cognitive, strategic
- Identify key drivers of disruption and transformation in geopolitics
- Build foresight and scenario-planning skills to navigate uncertainty
- Make informed decisions in complex, ethically charged environments
Who should attend
This symposium is designed for:
- Senior officials and strategists in government and international organisations
- Security, defence, and intelligence professionals
- Private sector leaders navigating geopolitical risk
- Journalists, NGO representatives, and future-focused academics
Whether you’re shaping policy, advising leaders, or leading innovation, this series will equip you with the insight and foresight to stay ahead of the curve - and to act before the future is upon us.
Costs
1200 CHF
The GCSP reserves the right to modify the programme dates, location and fee at any time. 15% Early-Bird Discount if you apply before 7 December 2025. GCSP Alumni qualify for a 20% discount on the standard rate of 1200 CHF.
The Geopolitics and Global Futures Symposium is a forward-looking programme composed of three dynamic, two-day modules offering cutting-edge insights and perspectives.
- The Future of Outer Space Security (January)
- The Neurophilosophy of Global Security (April)
- Transformative Technologies and Security (October)
Participants may enrol in individual modules based on their interests or complete the full series for a comprehensive, interdisciplinary perspective on the forces reshaping global security.
Please note: The dates for this course have not yet been confirmed. For updates, please check this page regularly or contact Ms Christine Garnier Simon, Course Coordinator.
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