The colloquium on the “New World Order”, held in Brussels on 13–14 October 2025 and jointly organised by the Royal Academy for Overseas Sciences and the Académie des Sciences d’Outre-Mer, brought together scholars and experts to analyse ongoing transformations in global politics.
The discussions focused on the increasing instability of the international system, examining great power competition, shifts in U.S. foreign policy, and military and strategic perspectives on global order.
Across the sessions, speakers explored how geopolitical tensions, evolving alliances, and changing balances of power are reshaping the world order. Particular attention was given to the role of major powers, the continuity and rupture in Western strategies, and the broader implications for international governance.
Overall, the symposium highlighted a world order in transition, marked by uncertainty and fragmentation, and stressed the need for renewed reflection on global cooperation and stability.