The first lecture within the Geopolis project was held on Monday, November 11th, in the Grand Hall of the Faculty of Montenegrin Language and Literature. The lecture was led by U.S. expert Andrija Đuranović, who analyzed the current political situation in the United States following the recently concluded presidential elections.
The lecture covered the following topics:
- Political Scene in the U.S. – a review of the latest political conditions and the challenges the country faces after the elections.
- Sociological and Cultural Aspects of Voting – an analysis of how social and cultural issues influenced support for the candidates, particularly Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, as a reflection of challenges present in the U.S. and democratic countries around the world.
- Role of Revisionist Powers – a consideration of the role of Russia, China, and Iran in the American elections through hybrid activities and disinformation campaigns, as a case study of their actions in global electoral processes.
- Geopolitical Consequences for Europe and the Western Balkans – an analysis of the implications of the U.S. election results on the security and political stability of Europe, with a particular focus on the Western Balkans.
The lecture was organized according to the Chatham House Rules.
The Geopolis project represents a collaboration of WBN, the Faculty of Montenegrin Language and Literature (FCJK), the Cultural Center of the Royal Capital of Cetinje, and the Montenegrin PEN Center.
