Regional Cooperation in the Face of Global Challenges

The Mediterranean is more than ever at the heart of the political agenda. Indeed, with the escalation of the conflict between Israel and Palestine and the rising tensions in the region, it becomes ever more challenging to continue efforts to strengthen Euro-Mediterranean cooperation and its sole multilateral framework: the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM). 

This situation raises the more general question of the role and functioning of cooperation and dialogue in times of crises and open conflicts. This conference explored ideas and perspectives between main regional players, took a critical look at the work of the UfM, analysed the challenges facing the Euro-Mediterranean region today and proposed solutions.

A high-level panel discussed and exchanged with students, including the French Interministerial Delegate for the Mediterranean, the Secretary-General of the Union for the Mediterranean and the former UN Special Representative to Libya. 

Watch the replay of the event (in French):

This event was organized by the Paris School of International Affairs (PSIA) and the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), in partnership with the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs.

Chaired by:

• Arancha González, Dean, Paris School of International Affairs

A discussion with:

• Karim Amellal, Ambassador and Interministerial Delegate for the Mediterranean, France
• Nasser Kamel, Secretary-General, Union for the Mediterranean, Egypt
• Ghassan Salamé, Emeritus Professor, Sciences Po; former UN Special Representative to Libya; former Minister, Lebanon