When International Law Meets Geopolitics: A Diplomat’s Perspective on Sovereignty, Law, and International Relation
Jagdish Koonjul, Former Mauritian Ambassador to the United Nations, is coming to UConn on Thursday, November 5 from 2:30-4:30 in Gentry 144 to discuss the Chagos Archipelago and the broader diplomatic and legal questions surrounding its future. A longtime Mauritian diplomat and former President of the UN Security Council, Koonjul has spent much of his career on these topics and will offer a firsthand perspective on how states navigate complex territorial disputes. There will be time for Q&A at the end of the discussion.
Why attend?
- Hear directly from a former UN ambassador and Security Council president
- Explore a real-world case study in international law and diplomacy
- Ask questions and engage in discussion with an experienced diplomat
- Gain valuable perspectives for careers in international affairs, law, government, and public service
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