From Cooperation to Confrontation?
Populism and International Cooperation in the Super Election Year 2024

The super election year of 2024 presents a serious test for liberal democracy. Nearly half of the world's population will be or has already been called to the polls in 2024: From the European elections to the elections in the United States, India and other countries, to three state elections in Germany. Significant gains in votes or even victories for populist parties are expected or have already occurred.

In a three-part online series followed by an in-person evening event and reception at the Old Town Hall, the Bonn Symposium 2024 will therefore focus on how the worldwide rise of populism is affecting international cooperation and the joint tackling of the global challenges of our time. How do populists influence international cooperation in concrete terms? What approaches can be taken to counter populism and re-strengthen international cooperation? How can Germany maintain and expand its international partnerships in the face of rising populism?

Conference days:

25 Sept 2024: The Rise of Right-Wing Populism in Europe – Will Europe Remain a Reliable International Partner?

9 Oct 2024 (postponed, new date to follow soon): Democracy Modi-fied - Populism in India and German-Indian Relations

30 Oct 2024: In the Name of the People? How Populists Influence International Climate Negotiations

29 Nov 2024, evening event & reception at the Old Town Hall, Bonn: What’s Next After the worldwide Super Election Year 2024? International Cooperation in Times of Populism

Register now for all or individual parts of the event via the link above (free of charge)!