Rise of the Rest: Who should lead in a multipolar world? | Doha Debates Town Hall

What does a shift in the balance of power mean for the world? For much of the last 100 years, Western countries have dominated the global order. But now, with many nations vying for power, new regional partnerships and middle powers are on the rise. Economically, strategic alliances like BRICS are bolstering the influence of non-Western countries. And in a world that’s more digitally connected than ever, the global rise of pop culture heavyweights like Bollywood, dizi and K-pop means there’s more soft power in the hands of countries outside the historical superpowers.
At the same time, conflict is on the rise globally. Earlier this year, the UN said there are more ongoing conflicts than at any point since World War II. Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to think about who should lead. Join us, along with students, recent graduates and expert speakers-Jon B. Alterman, Sawsan Chebli and Wadah Khanfar-for a town hall event that breaks down today’s most urgent issues, examines the impact of shifting global powers and answers the question: Who should lead in a multipolar world?
This Doha Debates town hall was moderated by journalist Femi Oke and produced in partnership with Doha Forum. It was filmed at Qatar National Library in Doha, Qatar on December 9, 2023.
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[@bigdlamz]

We need a multi polar world characterised by mutual respect & multilateralism. US hegemony has no place in this new world unless they change their ways.

[@clapwingbirb]

watching this from Scotland, wow I am really impressed by the high level discussion going here and the civilised approach pursued by all participants. subscribing, definitely :)

[@Loxout]

What a valuable conversation

[@rulsrejouis1698]

Too many have suffered too many have died something has to change the world has produced enough resources for all of us.

[@Questioneverything2050]

Not bright. 1:06:04

[@frankdelahue9761]

What does a shift in the balance of power mean for the world? For much of the last 100 years, Western countries have dominated the global order. But now, with many nations vying for power, new regional partnerships and middle powers are on the rise. Economically, strategic alliances like BRICS are bolstering the influence of non-Western countries. And in a world that’s more digitally connected than ever, the global rise of pop culture heavyweights like Bollywood, dizi and K-pop means there’s more soft power in the hands of countries outside the historical superpowers.
At the same time, conflict is on the rise globally. Earlier this year, the UN said there are more ongoing conflicts than at any point since World War II. Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to think about who should lead. Join us, along with students, recent graduates and expert speakers-Jon B. Alterman, Sawsan Chebli and Wadah Khanfar-for a town hall event that breaks down today’s most urgent issues, examines the impact of shifting global powers and answers the question: Who should lead in a multipolar world?

[@Ali-hu5ev]

The American guest was just stereotyping what we all think America is like instead of providing another point of view that would make people accept or at least comprehend the USA, but I guess the American culture can’t add anything at this point, and the American mind itself is destroying whatever power America had in the past.

[@frankdelahue9761]

Earlier this year, the UN said there are more ongoing conflicts than at any point since World War II. Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to think about who should lead. Should Antonio Guterres continue to lead UN?

[@frankdelahue9761]

@@danielahuchaogu572 Jens Stoltenberg should become a UN chief.

[@dhansayharijan6605]

No

[@Y2KMillenniumBug]

From opening a single mausoleum , you can find so much history. Maybe open a few more you could find Alexander the Great or Cleopatra in China 😂..

[@tinmanx2222]

Jon deflected, denied and distracted. He is an Israeli mouthpiece.

[@camelpissdrinkernabimuhamm6611]

1 vs all🤣

[@KS-zu6ps]

That African lady doesn't know what she is talking about.