Livestream - A Conversation with Ambassador Laurent Bili

Co-hosted by Rice Global and the Baker Institute for Public Policy, this armchair conversation features the Honorable Laurent Bili, French Ambassador to the United States, and David M. Satterfield, director of the Baker Institute. Together, they will examine critical global challenges, from geopolitical conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine War to the evolving roles of diplomacy, strategic alliances, and global economics. The discussion will also highlight the European Union’s influence and NATO’s vital role in international security and defense, as well as their impact on the shifting balance of global power. With insights from two diplomats deeply involved in shaping international relations, the conversation will offer valuable perspectives on today’s most pressing global issues.

Host or Publisher Rice University's Baker Institute