Politics
Wed. October 9, 6:30PM
Global impact of US votes
How will the US elections reshape global geopolitics and economy? Join experts Sven Biscop and Frank Vranken at TheMerode to find out.
Join us at TheMerode for an insightful discussion on the far-reaching impacts of the upcoming US elections. Prof. Dr. Sven Biscop, a renowned expert in European foreign and defense policy, and Frank Vranken, Chief Investment Officer at Edmond de Rothschild, will delve into critical topics including global economic shifts, transatlantic relations, and the future of democracy.
This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts and to gain a deeper understanding of how US political changes could influence global dynamics.
speaker
Sven Biscop
Prof. Dr. Sven Biscop is a professor of strategy and foreign policy at Ghent University and the director of the Europe in the World programme at Egmont – Royal Institute for International Relations. He lectures for the European Security and Defence College (ESDC), and educates diplomats, military personnel, and officials across the EU. He regularly speaks at the Royal Military Academy, various staff colleges in Europe and America, and the People’s University of China in Beijing. Sven chairs the Global Strategy PhD Prize jury and has been honored as a Commander of the Order of the Crown (Belgium) and with the Grand Decoration of Honour (Austria). He lives in Brussels with his husband Aberu, surrounded by books and military memorabilia.
speaker
Frank Vranken
Frank Vranken, Chief Investment Officer at Edmond de Rothschild, brings over 30 years of experience in global economics and financial markets. He excels in making complex economic trends and financial markets accessible. His expertise encompasses sustainable investments, real estate, and private assets. Frank is dedicated to guiding clients through the intricacies of the global economic landscape, ensuring growth and sustainability.
