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Graduate Institute What Matters Today

Geneva Graduate Institute
Israel
United States
Artificial Intelligence
India
Elections
Donald Trump
Narendra Modi
Iran
Middle East
Syria
World Health Organization
International Court Of Justice
Election Commission Of India
BJP
Gaza
Lebanon
Hezbollah
Cybersecurity
Youth Employment
Economic Inequality

What Matters Today is a podcast series from the Geneva Graduate Institute in which we ask faculty members to comment on current issues impacting, economics, politics, health, and society.

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In this episode, we dive into one of the most complex and debated issues in international law: the recognition of the State of Palestine. What is Palestine’s current status at the United Nations? Does it meet the legal criteria for statehood? And wha... more

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In this episode we dive into a major development in international trade: the Trump administration’s decision to impose 39% tariffs on Swiss goods. What could this mean for Switzerland’s economy and its long-standing relationship with the United State... more

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In this episode, we delve into the complex and urgent questions surrounding the conflict in Gaza and the broader implications for international humanitarian law. From António Guterres’ powerful statement that “international humanitarian law is not an... more

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In this episode, we unpack the recent 12-day confrontation between Iran and Israel and ask: Will the ceasefire last? We explore who’s gaining from the current unrest—and who’s paying the price. We also look at what could follow if the Islamic Republi... more

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Recent Guests

Fuad Zarbiyev
Professor of International Law and Faculty Associate at the Global Governance Centre
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: Recognising the State of Palestine
Cédric Dupont
Professor of International Relations and Political Science
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: Tariffs and Tensions: What the U.S. Move Means for Switzerland
Vincent Chetail
Professor of International Law and Director of the Global Migration Centre at the Geneva Graduate Institute
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: Humanitarian Law on Trial: Gaza, AI Warfare, and Global Accountability
Clément Therme
Alumnus and former visiting lecturer at the Geneva Graduate Institute
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: Ceasefire or Strategy? Iran–Israel Tensions Unpacked
Gopalan Balachandran
Co-director of the Albert Hirschman Centre On Democracy and honorary professor of international history and politics
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: India and Pakistan: A Complex Relationship
Claire Somerville
Executive director of the Gender Centre at the Geneva Graduate Institute
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: Gender Wars: Power, Protection, and the Politics of Identity
Julie Billaud
Associate professor of anthropology and sociology, co-founder of Allegra Lab, and member of the Working Group on Human Rights and Academic Freedom.
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: Academic Freedom Under Fire: Why It Matters and How to Protect It
Jan Francis Kiely
Senior lecturer in International History and Politics and historian of modern China
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: U.S.-China Relations: Past, Present, and Future Implications
Cyrus Schayegh
Professor and chair of the International History and Politics Department
Geneva Graduate Institute
Episode: Trump’s Foreign Policy

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Dan Graham
Head of Communications at the Geneva Graduate Institute.

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Tariffs and Tensions: What the U.S. Move Means for Switzerland
Q: What role can the World Trade Organization play in managing trade tensions?
Dupont indicates that while the WTO's ability to prevent negative outcomes is limited, it still plays a role in facilitating dialogue and managing trade relations.
Tariffs and Tensions: What the U.S. Move Means for Switzerland
Q: What are the main economic and trade consequences for Switzerland following the Trump administration's imposition of tariffs?
Cédric Dupont suggests that the worst scenario could be a loss of 0.4 to 0.5 GDP growth, although the impact would not be evenly distributed across sectors.
Humanitarian Law on Trial: Gaza, AI Warfare, and Global Accountability
Q: Do you believe international humanitarian law is still relevant and enforceable in modern conflicts?
Despite current challenges, international humanitarian law remains vital, reflecting universal values.
Humanitarian Law on Trial: Gaza, AI Warfare, and Global Accountability
Q: What legal and moral responsibilities do European states have in this context?
European states have an obligation to prosecute violations of humanitarian law committed on their territories.
Humanitarian Law on Trial: Gaza, AI Warfare, and Global Accountability
Q: What does this dual litigation at the highest international level say about the gravity of the situation?
Both sides have committed serious violations, underscoring the need for accountability amid the ongoing conflict.

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Focused on contemporary global issues, this series features insightful discussions led by faculty members from a prestigious academic institution, bringing expert perspectives on topics that significantly impact economics, politics, health, and society. Each episode navigates through pressing matters, from humanitarian law to international relations, and the intersection of gender and politics, examining the complexities of modern challenges and the historical context surrounding them.

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