ValEUs Lecture Series Recording (1): Why Do States Fail to Live Up to Their Normative Credo?

ValEUs inaugurates a series of lectures coordinated by the University of Florence, with Prof. Laura Leonard serving as the local coordinator. The series kicked off with this lecture by Jan Zielonka on March 15th 2024.

Prof. Dr. Jan Zielonka is a Professor of Politics and International Relations at the University of Venice, Cá Foscari. His thought-provoking lecture in Florence explored the complexities of international relations and the challenges faced by states in upholding their normative ideals.

ValEUs Lecture Series

The ValEUs Project organises a lecture series exploring the contestation of European values in EU foreign policy and its wider implications from a broad perspective. Aimed at scholars, students, civil society actors, and policymakers, this series fosters research exchange and deepens our understanding of contemporary issues and challenges directly impacting and involving the EU. Hosted by partner universities within our consortium, the series invites contributions from diverse voices to enrich the debate.

 

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