Discussion “Diversity, Disputes and Geopolitics: Insights from Catalonia and Nagorno-Karabakh”
The Department of Global Governance and the Center of East European Law and Eurasian Studies is thrilled to invite you to a thought-provoking discussion that promises to unravel the intricate tapestry of diversity, disputes, and geopolitics against the background of long-standing disputes transcending state and regional borders. This event is a rare opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from experts who have navigated the landscapes of Catalonia and Nagorno-Karabakh.
The conflict in Catalonia revolves around the region's push for independence from Spain, marked by complex historical, cultural, and political dynamics, sparking debates on self-determination and national identity. Meanwhile, the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, involving a longstanding territorial dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and being characterized by equally competing narratives, has recently come into the spotlight with more than hundred thousand of Armenians being forcibly displaced their homeland. Vastly different, the two conflicts nevertheless share common threads in their struggles for independence, driven by historical, cultural, and national identity considerations. In both cases, there is a backdrop of longstanding grievances and aspirations for self-determination, with local populations seeking greater control over their political destinies. Additionally, these conflicts highlight the intricate interplay between regional autonomy movements and the broader geopolitical landscape, shaping the narratives of both Catalonia and Nagorno-Karabakh.
Join us for an evening of intellectual exploration, dialogue, and a deeper understanding of the global intersections of diversity and geopolitics!
Prof. Dr. Poggeschi (University of Salento, Lecce, Italy), who is a distinguished expert of comparative public and constitutional law, rights of old and new minorities, as well as comparative public environmental law, will bring a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective on the intricacies of regional politics of ethnic conflict and geopolitics.
Prof. Arthur Atanesyan, PhD (Yerevan State University, Yerevan, Armenia), whose area of research and teaching lies in political science and sociology, will offer a deep understanding of the historical and geopolitical complexities of Nagorno-Karabakh, sharing firsthand experiences and shedding light on the dynamics shaping the region.