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Multilateralism UNpacked is produced by the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research. Each month, we take a deep dive into a key challenge facing the United Nations and its Member States; and offer evidence-based solutions that can be adopted in response to help avert crisis and strengthen the multilateral system.

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In this episode of Multilateralism UNpacked, UNU-CPR’s Daouia Chalali welcomes Professor Edith Brown Weiss of Georgetown University, one of the leading architects of the concept of intergenerational equity in international environmental law.

Their c... more

Episode 8 of Multilateralism UNpacked examines how artificial intelligence is reshaping global governance at a moment when the technology is advancing faster than multilateral systems can adapt. AI is reshaping information environments, influencing c... more

In this episode of Multilateralism Unpacked, UNU-CPR’s Head of Communications, Jack Durrell, speaks with Senior Researcher Michael Franczak, sharing insights from his experience at COP30 in Belém.

Their conversation explores why COP 30 felt substan... more

In this episode of Multilateralism Unpacked, Eleonore Fournier-Tombs, Head of Anticipatory Action and Innovation at UNU-CPR, speaks with Laurent Gisel, Head of the Arms and Conduct of Hostilities Unit at the International Committee of the Red Cross (... more

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Eleonore Fournier-Tombs
Chief AI Officer for New York State, former researcher at UNU-Cpr
State of New York
Episode: Governing AI for Humanity: Reflections on Risks, Opportunities and Global Cooperation
Michael Franczak
Senior Researcher at UNU-Cpr
UNU-Cpr
Episode: COP 30: A Turnaround COP or a Missed Opportunity?
Laurent Gisel
Head of the Arms and Conduct of Hostilities Unit at the International Committee of the Red Cross
International Committee of the Red Cross
Episode: AI, War and International Humanitarian Law
Lucia Velasco
Head of AI Policy at the UN Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies
United Nations
Episode: Exploring the UN’s Role in the Global Governance of AI
Adam McCauley
Journalist and visiting professor at the University of Ottawa, with many years of government experience in Canada.
University of Ottawa
Episode: UN80: Can the UN learn to adapt?
André Corrêa do Lago
President of COP30 and veteran climate diplomat
Episode: Looking Ahead to the “Turnaround COP”
Dr. Nicole Goldin
Head of Equitable Development at UNU-Cpr
United Nations University
Episode: Doing "more with less".

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Jack Durrell
Head of Communications at UNU-Cpr; Host of Multilateralism Unpacked

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    Dr. Jack Durrell brings clarity and depth to topics that are often dense or overlooked. Multilateralism UNpacked is an essential listen for anyone interested in how diplomacy, institutions, and global cooperation actually work behind the scenes. Each episode is sharp, well-researched, and engaging—offering both expert insight and approachable explanations. Dr. Durrell has a talent for making complex geopolitical dynamics feel not just understandable, but urgent and relevant. Highly recommend for... more

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Governing AI for Humanity: Reflections on Risks, Opportunities and Global Cooperation
Q: What do you think has shifted in terms of the UN's ambition regarding AI?
The UN has matured its focus on AI governance, particularly after the G7 meeting in 2023, making it a key priority in its Global Digital Compact.
Governing AI for Humanity: Reflections on Risks, Opportunities and Global Cooperation
Q: So how does AI change the way the UN has to think about peacebuilding and conflict prevention?
AI exacerbates the already complex issue of disinformation, requiring the UN to adapt its strategies for monitoring and prevention in conflict settings.
Governing AI for Humanity: Reflections on Risks, Opportunities and Global Cooperation
Q: How do you describe this moment in the relationship between AI and the governance of this rapidly evolving technology?
It's a crucial time; AI governance is evolving as AI becomes more accessible and impactful, emphasizing the need for safety and ethics.
COP 30: A Turnaround COP or a Missed Opportunity?
Q: What were the biggest missed opportunities?
A significant missed opportunity was the lack of finance available, which limited negotiations and ambition.
COP 30: A Turnaround COP or a Missed Opportunity?
Q: What do you see as the most meaningful achievements to emerge from COP 30?
Some meaningful outcomes include the Global Muchirao text and a commitment to triple the amount of adaptation funding by 2035.

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This program offers concise, expert-led discussions on global governance, AI, climate diplomacy, and humanitarian law, with a focus on multilateral institutions and practical policy implications. Episodes typically feature high-level guests from UN bodies, governments, and think tanks, unpacking complex topics and exploring how international cooperation can address urgent global challenges. The show often highlights governance frameworks, data ethics, and the balance between national interests and global cooperation, making it a likely fit for listeners who want credible, policy-forward analysis and insights from practitioners on the front lines of diplomacy.

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