Join us for the BISA/BFPG Undergraduate Network's inaugural event in Edinburgh!
Scotland has long played a distinctive and influential role on the international stage, shaped by its history, values, and global connections. This event will explore how Scotland contributes to foreign policy today - from diplomacy and trade to climate leadership and cultural influence - and consider what its future role in an evolving world might look like.
This promises to be an exciting panel discussion given the upcoming May 2026 Holyrood elections, the ever present question of the Trident nuclear submarines and increasing geo-political tensions. Adam Al-kateb (Scottish activist and Candidate for the Scottish Green Party), Evie Aspinall (Director of the British Foreign Policy Group), and Anthony Salamone (Managing Director of European Merchants), will discuss Scotland’s role in foreign policy, moderated by Professor Juliet Kaarbo (University of St Andrews).
The discussion will be followed by a networking reception.
If you are a current BISA/BFPG Undergraduate Network member attendance, at this event is included with your membership - just complete the registration form so we know you are coming.
Non-members are also welcome to attend the event. Either join the Undergraduate Network for just £10.50 for a whole year - which gives you access to the whole UGN event programme for the duration of your membership - or register and pay a one-off £3.50 fee for this lecture.
Space is limited to please register and complete any payment needed as soon as possible to secure your attendance.
Speakers (more to be announced)
- Adam Al-khateb is candidate for the Scottish Green Party, standing in the May 2026 Scottish Parliament elections in the Lothian regional list. Al-khateb is an Edinburgh-born activist and co-convener of the Green's Palestine Solidarity Group. Al-khateb studied Energy and Environmental Engineering at Edinburgh Napier University.
- Evie Aspinall is the Director of the British Foreign Policy Group. Her primary research interests are domestic consent for foreign policy, the UK’s role in the world and challenges posed by the UK’s strategic rivals. Evie holds a BA from the University of Cambridge and an MSc from King’s College London. She has previously worked at UN Women UK and the Future Leaders Network and was formerly the UK Head Delegate to the Youth7, the G7’s official youth engagement group. She also served as President of Cambridge University Students’ Union. She is a regular commentator in the media on issues pertinent to UK foreign policy.
- Anthony Salamone (Managing Director of European Merchants)
Moderator
- Juliet Kaarbo (University of St Andrews)