All strategic themes

Diplomacy, Society and Human Capital

Strategic partnerships prove themselves under pressure. Diplomacy, research, education and professional networks create the trust and institutional links that sustain political cooperation in times of crisis.

Participants in conversation at the 2025 GCC-German Young Leaders Forum in Berlin

Strategic context

Strategic partnerships prove themselves under pressure. Diplomacy, research, education and professional networks create the trust and institutional links that sustain political cooperation in times of crisis.

The agenda

Focus areas

01

Diplomacy and institutions

Durable channels between governments and organisations.

02

Education and research

Knowledge partnerships and institutional exchange.

03

Future leaders

Skills, mobility and next-generation networks.

From dialogue to strategic action

Contribution to the Berlin Declaration

Strengthen the institutional, social and human foundations needed to sustain strategic cooperation.

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