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Ignite no. 1

David Steven

Rewiring the world - why we need a new diplomacy

The world doesn't work. Its systems are failing, under attack, or simply delivering harmful results. But no country can re-assert control on its own. We therefore need a new diplomacy - rich in ideas, densely networked, and equipped to influence change, not insist on it.

This is not just a challenge for governments, but for any actor with global connections. Insights are desperately needed from those thinking creatively about culture, risk, communication, coalitions, innovation, technology and institutions.

This talk will sketch out the 'great problem', suggest a few solutions, but - above all - ask for help.

About David Steven:

David Steven is a non-resident fellow at New York University's Center on International Cooperation and runs the New Diplomacy programme for the UK think tank, Demos. Current interests include: global deals (climate, finance, development); foresight in the international system; 'edge states' (Pakistan, Iraq, Nigeria); and theories of influence. He edits the global risks and foreign policy website, Global Dashboard (http://globaldashboard.org)