Science and Improv at Kaffe Kid - Populist Attacks on International Cooperation (In English)

What happens when science meets improv comedy?

Experience it yourself during an evening filled with both learning and laughing! Kick off the night with a captivating scientific presentation by our guest researcher showcasing their latest and most cutting-edge research. Then, watch as our improvisers take center stage transforming what we’ve learnt into a fully improvised comedy show.

This evening’s guest researcher is Kilian Spandler and he will give a talk on:

Populist attacks on international cooperation - The end of the world as we know it?

"Donald Trump torpedoing global efforts to fight climate change, Viktor Orbán blocking a common EU approach to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Javier Milei pulling Argentina out of several UN institutions – it can seem like the only thing bigger than the egos of populist leaders is their disdain for established forms of cooperation between states.

What role does foreign policy play in their strategies and what are the consequences for global politics? Is the era of multilateralism over, and what will come next? Let’s dive into the research on populism and international organizations!”

Kilian Spandler is an Associate Professor in Peace and Development Research and a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Gothenburg.