Hanns-Seidel-Stiftung e.V.

HSS Podcast - Global Perspectives

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To change the world it is necessary to understand the world. With the podcast series "Global Perspectives" the Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) provides insights into its engagement in almost 70 countries in Europe and around the globe. Based on the values of democracy and participation the HSF supports regional developments and creates opportunities for an active exchange and discourse between stakeholders and those in charge. What different perceptions exist on international topics? What can be done to improve mutual understanding? How can we contribute to sustainable development by strengtheni...

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Episodes

US Election Special: The self-image of a global lead-nation in transformation 16.11.2020 33:54

The 2020 US elections have been referenced as the most important in the history of the United States, and the count has been closely followed around the world. In this special episode, we analyse what the close outcome means for Europe and the world with Dr. Daniel Twining , President of the International Republican Institute (IRI), and Ambassador Derek Mitchell , President of the National Democra...

India in times of COVID-19 26.10.2020 19:47

Is India facing special challenges in times of COVID-19 due to very complex structures of its society? What does migration mean for India and how is this affected by the current crisis? How can India recover from the effects of the pandemic? These and other questions will be discussed in this podcast episode of “Global Perspectives”. More information on the Hanns Seidel Foundation’s work in India...

Global Trade and WTO Reform 05.10.2020 25:31

As trade relations have become increasingly politicised and global trade has collapsed during the Covid-19 pandemic, this podcast discusses the future of the rules-based trade system and what role the World Trade Organisation (WTO) should play. How can trade rules be updated to reflect the changing character of how countries trade with each other in the digital age? How can US and European concern...

Turbulente Zeiten in der MENA-Region – Eine Momentaufnahme 14.09.2020 23:53

Die MENA-Region ist besonders seit dem Arabischen Frühling im Fokus der internationalen Politik. Ganze Systeme wurden über Nacht hinweggefegt. Doch sind bis heute die Konturen der neuen Ordnung in der MENA-Region nicht zu erkennen. In diesem Gespräch – 10 Jahre nach dem arabischen Frühling – möchten wir einen Blick auf die MENA-Region werfen und eine Zwischenbilanz ziehen.

Germany's Presidency of the Council of the EU – Responsibility in Times of Corona, Brexit and Recovery 24.08.2020 31:19

On the 1st of July Germany took over the presidency of the Council of the European Union from Croatia. Many and partly exaggerated expectations have been placed on the leadership of the biggest continental economy to solve the problems of the Union. What is the agenda of the presidency? What is the role of Germany as part of the European leadership? Will Europe be able to grapple with the enormous...