Sovereignty and the Rules-Based World Order: A Foreign Policy Discussion Series

Sovereignty is a concept that establishes the right of countries to govern themselves and on how countries interact with one another. For centuries, with several iterations and enhancements, this concept has been the basis of the international rules-based order. Respect for sovereignty and the overall international rules-based order provided more opportunities for peace and stability. This discussion will explore the concept of sovereignty, its historical origins and development, recent challenges to sovereignty, as well as its future in a globalized and more interconnected modern world.

Join us for an engaging in-person event where we will delve into the developments in soverignty and its impact on world order. This thought-provoking library discussion series will take place at 507 7th St, Laurel, MD 20707, USA. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from experts in the field and explore the interplay between soverignty and world order. Discover how these crucial areas intersect and shape our global landscape. Reserve your spot today for an enriching and enlightening event!

About the presenter: Bear Afkhami has twelve years of experience in the homeland security field, including prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery work. Bear has a BA in Intelligence and an MS in Analytics. He combines his degree in intelligence and interest in international relations, to write and lecture on the impact of foreign policy, foreign/domestic extremist organizations, and use of intelligence. He leads a program called the “Foreign Policy Discussion Series” for the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System in Maryland. As a result, he was selected a s a Council on Foreign Relations Education (CFR) Ambassador in 2025.

Sovereignty & Rules-Based Order: Library Foreign Policy Discussion Series