As digital transformation reshapes the landscape of national defense, the U.S. Navy stands at the forefront of integrating emerging technologies to enhance operational readiness and strategic decision-making. In this episode, GJIA sits down with Justin Fanelli , Chief Architect at the Department of the Navy, to explore how the Navy is navigating the complex balance between innovation and mission-critical reliability. They discuss the Department’s top priorities in leveraging AI, data systems, an...
Jun 15, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 10
In this interview, Guillermo Ordorica , Mexico’s Ambassador to Qatar since 2022, discusses the growing economic and cultural ties between Mexico and Qatar. Ambassador Ordorica highlights significant milestones, including Mexico’s participation in the FIFA World Cup 2022 and introducing a halal certification program to facilitate meat exports. He also addresses plans for the 2026 Year of Culture, opportunities for collaboration in renewable energy, and Mexico’s role as a strategic trade gateway. ...
Mar 27, 2025•19 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Indonesia has played a pivotal role in shaping ASEAN’s regional strategy, demonstrating leadership in addressing critical issues such as maritime security and climate resilience. By balancing strategic partnerships and championing regional unity, Indonesia continues to adapt to the evolving geopolitical landscape. In this episode, Ali Unar sat down with The Honorable Sade Bimantra , Indonesia’s Charge d’Affaires, to discuss Indonesia’s leadership within ASEAN and its broader global strategy. The...
Feb 19, 2025•35 min•Season 5Ep. 8
"Education is in crisis—a crisis of performance, a crisis of resources, and hence, the whole trajectory of society is in crisis." – Laura Frigenti , CEO of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) . GPE has transformed global education funding, ensuring that children in over 90 countries —especially in low-income and fragile states—receive access to quality learning opportunities. From mobilizing $11 billion in education financing to pioneering innovative funding models , GPE continues to adap...
Feb 03, 2025•37 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Luis Benveniste , the World Bank's global director for education, shares his visionary insights on the intersection of education, innovation, and international stability. From leveraging education as a geopolitical tool to fostering entrepreneurial thinking, we explore bold strategies to disrupt cycles of poverty and create equity in education. Dr. Benveniste offers candid takes on the promise and pitfalls of AI in classrooms, the role of EdTech in reaching...
Jan 24, 2025•25 min•Season 5Ep. 6
How will a second Trump Administration affect Latin American–U.S. relations? How will Trump's tariffs harm the Americas' economies? In this episode, GJIA speaks with Dr. Benjamin Gedan , the director of the Latin America program at the Wilson Center , to discuss what a second Trump presidency will mean for foreign policy toward Latin America. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the...
Dec 16, 2024•13 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Since 1964, the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) has aimed to prevent further fighting between the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities. Today, UNFICYP peacekeeping forces include over 800 personnel from 14 countries. In this episode, GJIA sits down with Marios Antoniou , a peace educator in Cyprus, to discuss his work promoting a culture of peace in his divided homeland. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia...
Dec 09, 2024•19 min•Season 5Ep. 4
As the digital landscape evolves, the "growing threat and consequences of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) must be addressed by those working to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda," argues Kristine Bekgaard , a Research Fellow at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security (GIWIPS). In this episode, GJIA sits down with Kristine Baekgaard and Joshua Allen , previously a research fellow at GIWIPS, to discuss this emerging issue in Women, Peace, and ...
Nov 25, 2024•32 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Historically known as one of the largest coal producers during the industrial era, Britain has become the first G7 country to stop coal production today. In this episode, GJIA sits down with Frankie Moyo , a Senior Energy & Climate Analyst at the global energy think tank Ember . Frankie leads the UK policy analysis at Ember, focusing on renewable deployment, negative emissions technologies, and the cast of supporting technologies in the fossil fuel transition. He has previously produced futu...
Nov 15, 2024•15 min•Season 5Ep. 2
This week, Israeli forces killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the alleged mastermind behind the October 7th attacks, in a targeted operation seen as a potential turning point in the Gaza conflict. A deadly Al-Shabab suicide bombing in Mogadishu, Somalia, left seven dead and six injured. Intelligence reveals North Korea is sending troops to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine, with thousands expected to join. In Myanmar, Muslims are joining Christian and Buddhist groups in a unified resistance agains...
Oct 21, 2024•6 min
As climate change escalates, millions of people are projected to be displaced in the coming decades. However, the people displaced in the context of climate change and natural disasters, colloquially known as “climate refugees,” currently lack formal recognition and protection under international law. To address this gap and explore potential solutions for an international legal framework for climate refugees, GJIA welcomes attorney Caitlan M. Sussman, who spoke about her 2023 article , “A Globa...
Oct 18, 2024•18 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In this week's "Five in Five" segment, we cover the harrowing kidnapping of the Director of Libya's Central Bank, an unfolding Ukrainian advantage in Kursk, and an escalating and intense standoff between China and Indonesia in the South China Sea Waterway. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter...
Aug 19, 2024•6 min
In this week's 'Five in Five' segment, we cover the eruption of anti-immigrant riots in England, diplomatic tensions in the Middle East following the assassination of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, the swearing-in of Muhammad Yunus as Bangladesh's interim leader, escalating anti-government protests in Kenya, and the cancellation of Taylor Swift's Austrian shows due to a foiled terrorist plot. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.ge...
Aug 09, 2024•6 min
August 2024 saw one of the most complex prisoner exchanges between the United States, Germany, Russia, and other countries. It also brought the return of several well-known wrongfully imprisoned individuals, including Evan Gershkovich, Vladimir Kara-Murza, Alsu Kermasheva, Paul Whelan, and more. The experience of political prisoners, however, often goes unseen by the general public. In the second half of this two-part interview, GJIA discusses the brutal tactics against political prisoners emplo...
Aug 07, 2024•19 min•Season 4Ep. 12
As strikes on Hezbollah and Hamas leaders made headlines this week, Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in Venezuela with over 70 percent of the vote despite claims of electoral fraud. Meanwhile, on Thursday, the largest prisoner exchange between the West and Russia took place, securing the release of several prominent Russian political prisoners like Evan Gershkovich. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to d...
Aug 02, 2024•6 min
Democratic erosion is a recent issue on the rise across the globe. As some democracies face increasing authoritarian leaders, authoritarian leaders themselves continue to tighten their grip. In this two-part interview, GJIA discusses political imprisonment, a comment tool of authoritarian leaders, with Katie LaRoque , Deputy Director for Policy and Advocacy at Freedom House . GJIA covers the brutal experience of political imprisonment, why and how it is used, and how Katie, Freedom House, and NG...
Jul 31, 2024•24 min•Season 4Ep. 11
The role of women and religion in helping resolve geopolitical turmoil in the Middle East and Eurasia can be an integral factor. As scholars like Dr. Kadayifci-Orellana have studied, peaceful interpretations of religion can be interpreted into resolution solutions. Women, too, play an important part role in these regions, but often need the help of non-profit organizations. GJIA sits down with Dr. S. Ayse Kadayifci-Orellana, an affiliate researcher at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, a...
Jun 26, 2024•30 min•Season 4Ep. 10
In this episode, GJIA sits down with Dr. Lise Howard to delve into the Russia-Ukraine war, which erupted on February 24, 2022, when Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The war marked a severe escalation of tensions dating back to Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea and support for eastern Ukrainian separatists. Dr. Howard is a Government and Foreign Service Professor at Georgetown University and President of the Academic Council on the UN System (ACUNS). Her recent book, Power in Pe...
May 29, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Since February of this year, a surge in violence has reached "unprecedented levels," leading to rampant food insecurity and numerous displacements. Amidst this unparalleled crisis, families grapple with the challenge of securing even the most basic necessities as desperation worsens. To understand the crisis, GJIA sits down with Johnny Celestin , a leader with global experience in international development, governance, leadership, and community development. He has over 30 years of experience in ...
May 06, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 8
University protests over the Israel-Palestine conflict continued this week, while Haiti's prime minister's resignation amidst violence sparks a power shift in the country. In East Africa, devastating floods hit several regions, while in Dominica, the government moved to decriminalize same-sex relationships. Lastly, US troop withdrawal from Niger amid closer ties with Russia. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . K...
Apr 29, 2024•6 min
2024 is the year of elections worldwide. This year, elections are scheduled in seven of the world's ten most populous countries. In South Asia, elections are held in five out of eight countries. The elections in both Bangladesh and Pakistan were marked by controversy. In Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, the Prime Minister, secured her fourth term in an election that saw the opposition boycott. Meanwhile, in Pakistan, the election was marred by violence, a nationwide shutdown of mobile phone services, ...
Apr 16, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 7
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan this week, the US and UK sign a landmark artificial intelligence deal, Israel says a drone attack on a aid worker car was a tragic accident, and Myanmar’s capital was hit by drones sent from the opposition party. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter...
Apr 08, 2024•6 min
Thailand's lower-house passes a bill that could legalize same-sex marriage, Turkey's main opposition party has a triumphant win in local elections, and Putin faults Kyiv for the terrorist attack in Moscow last week. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter...
Apr 01, 2024•6 min
ISIS-K claims responsibility for a deadly terrorist attack in Moscow, Kate Middleton announces she is undergoing cancer treatment, the U.S. removes citizens from Haiti in the wake of increased gang violence, and Nigerian children hostages are returned home after a successful military operation. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Web...
Mar 25, 2024•7 min
Israeli forces lead a controversial raid on a Gaza hospital, Putin's claims a landslide victory, and a deadly bird flu threatens Antarctica's penguins. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter...
Mar 23, 2024•7 min
Pakistan faces political turmoil as two parties form a coalition government amid inconclusive elections, sparking accusations of "mandate theft." Ukraine alleges war crimes against Russia, the US draws criticism for vetoing a UN ceasefire in Gaza, and tensions rise between Rwanda and Congo over a mineral-rich border. Secretary of State Blinken announces a $200 million aid plan for Haiti amid increasing instability. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international...
Feb 27, 2024•5 min
Israel began the next part of its campaign in Gaza, former Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died, Senegal's election in jeopardy, Japan's economy plunges into recession, and Indonesia has elected a new president, a man formerly banned from entering the United States. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn ...
Feb 19, 2024•6 min
Three years after the Tatmadaw military deposed Myanmar's ruling party in a coup d'état, the country still faces an ongoing crisis. In this interview, GJIA sits down with Dr. Htwe Htwe Thein , an associate professor at Curtin University, Australia, specializing in business and economic development in Myanmar. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of Internation...
Feb 14, 2024•30 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Since October 7, Russia has carefully calibrated its public response to either side of the war. Has Russia’s role in this conflict been influenced by its past trade, military and other involvements with Middle Eastern countries? Former CNN Moscow Bureau Chief Jill Dougherty sits down with GJIA to discuss the role of Russian disinformation in the Middle East and the Israel-Hamas war. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown...
Jan 24, 2024•20 min•Season 4Ep. 5
5in5 , the new section of 37th & The World, delves into five key foreign affairs headlines each week in under five minutes. Rising tensions with Al Shabaab in Somalia, US and UK strikes on Houthi rebels and North Korea's president is discussed. Contact Us! Support the show . . . To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu . Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter...
Jan 22, 2024•5 min
