On 12 May 2026, the UK Tsinghua Association and Schwarzman Scholars successfully co-hosted the third annual UKTA–Schwarzman Scholars Global Affairs Forum at Chatham House, London.
Held under the theme of global geopolitical and economic uncertainty, the forum brought together leading experts, policymakers, scholars, and students for timely discussions on international affairs, technological transformation, and global cooperation. The event attracted over one hundred participants from academia, think tanks, government, and industry across the UK, Europe, China, and beyond, generating lively and thoughtful exchanges throughout the evening.
The forum began with opening remarks by Sarah Fisher, Assistant Director of Global Admissions and Outreach at Schwarzman Scholars, who reflected on the importance of international dialogue and cooperation amid growing global fragmentation, and expressed gratitude to the organisers and staff members who made the event possible.
Sarah Fisher opens the forum
Yuan Gao, Secretary-General and Vice Chairwoman of the UK Tsinghua Association, then introduced the keynote speaker, David Rennie, Geopolitics Editor at The Economist, highlighting his longstanding experience in international journalism and China-related affairs.
David Rennie joins Yuan Gao for a fireside chat
David Rennie delivers the keynote speech
Yuan Gao introduces keynote speaker David Rennie
The keynote session and subsequent fireside conversation, moderated by Yuan Gao, explored a broad range of issues concerning international politics, US–China relations, Europe’s global position, technological competition, and AI governance. Participants engaged actively during the Q&A session, contributing thoughtful questions and perspectives from different academic and professional backgrounds.
The second half of the forum featured a panel discussion moderated by Nitya Labh, Schwarzman Academy Fellow at Chatham House and Schwarzman Scholar. Distinguished panellists included Martin Griffiths, former UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator; Jonathan Black, former UK Deputy National Security Adviser; Dorota Lost-Sieminska, Director of Legal Affairs and External Relations at the International Maritime Organization (IMO); and Professor Dabo Guan of Tsinghua University and University College London.
Panellists discuss global affairs and supply chain security
Jonathan Black speaks on the panel
Dorota Lost-Sieminska speaks on the panel
Professor Dabo Guan speaks on the panel
Nitya Labh moderates the panel
The panel discussion addressed questions surrounding global supply chain security, trade fragmentation, maritime governance, sustainability, and international cooperation in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical environment.
The forum once again demonstrated the shared commitment of the UK Tsinghua Association and Schwarzman Scholars to fostering meaningful global dialogue and academic exchange among current and future leaders. The 3rd UKTA–Schwarzman Scholars Global Affairs Forum concluded successfully.
Guests and attendees at the forum
A general view of the forum
UKTA members with Professor Dabo Guan
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