Special Events

  • 11/5 When International Law Meets Geopolitics

    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
    For more information, contact: UConn Global Communications & Marketing at globalcommunications@uconn.edu