AGS Graduate Student Conference 2025

Donald Trump’s reelection has sent shockwaves through the global community, prompting a reevaluation of established norms, alliances, and power dynamics. As the world grapples with the reality of four more years of his “American First” approach, it is imperative to analyze the far-reaching consequences of his reelection on international relations, diplomacy, trade, security, and beyond. His unconventional approach to foreign policy reshaped alliances, challenged international norms, and sparked both admiration and criticism worldwide.

This conference provides a timely platform to investigate these consequences in the field of international relations. We encourage participants to explore the potential shifts in not only U.S. foreign policy, but also that of the international community. This conference provides an opportunity for graduate students, postgraduate researchers, and professionals to share their research findings, exchange ideas, and engage in meaningful discussions regarding the reshaping of international institutions, the future of multilateralism, and the evolving role of the US in an increasingly multipolar world. Through thought-provoking discussions and rigorous academic exchange, we aim to uncover strategies, ways to adapt, and analyze the responses of global actors that will be employed in navigating this reshaped landscape.

Join us in Paris as we embark on this intellectual journey to decipher the global reverberations of Trump’s 2024 reelection victory and chart a course forward in an era of profound uncertainty and transformation. We look forward to your active participation as we cover a wide range of topics, allowing participants to approach the theme from diverse perspectives and disciplines within the field of international relations.