New Geopolitics of the Black Sea

The Hellenic Foundation for European and Foreign Policy, the Columbia Global Center in Athens, and the Harriman Institute, Columbia University, organized a timely public discussion exploring the evolving dynamics of security and geopolitics in the Black Sea region.

Amid ongoing geopolitical shifts and heightened tensions following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Black Sea has re-emerged as a critical strategic space. This event brought together leading experts and policymakers to examine how these changes are reshaping trade routes, energy dynamics, and regional security architecture.

Speakers:

• Alex Cooley, Claire Tow Professor of Political Science, Barnard College
• Joshua Kucera, Senior Analyst for the South Caucasus, Crisis Group
• Philippe Perchoc, Director, Europe, IRSEM

Moderator:

• Ino Afentouli, Head, Observatory of Geopolitics and Diplomacy, ELIAMEP

The discussion was held in English.

The event was held with the kind support of College Year in Athens.