Former President of Macedonia Dr. Gjorge Ivanov highlighted the global decline in democracy and the growing number of conflicts worldwide, emphasizing that in times of change, “it is not the strongest who survive, but those who adapt best.”
Former Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu underscored NATO’s continued importance for stability in the Balkans, while advocating for stronger regional cooperation, fair EU integration processes, and reforms within international institutions.
Former President of the UN General Assembly Vuk Jeremić argued that the era of a unipolar world has ended and that countries must adapt to a multipolar reality through pragmatic cooperation, both with the EU and emerging global partners.
Former Croatian Foreign Minister Miro Kovač spoke about the challenges facing the political West and the need for Europe to become more self-reliant, pragmatic, and capable of addressing its own strategic challenges.
Political scientist and international affairs expert Eric Li offered a perspective on the shifting balance of global influence, encouraging countries to look beyond traditional structures and engage with emerging platforms and opportunities shaping the future.
The discussion served as a reminder that dialogue, adaptability, and cooperation remain essential in navigating an increasingly complex and interconnected world.
