Geopolitics, Multilateralism, and Democratic Futures: Implications and Evidence from the Horn of Africa

International IDEA, the Horn Centre for Democracy (HCD), and Open Society-Africa invite to a panel discussion on how evolving geopolitical competition, changing conflict dynamics, and an emerging multilateral order are reshaping prospects for peace and democratization in the Horn of Africa. The discussion seeks to bring regional evidence into global policy conversations on democracy, peacebuilding, and international cooperation. 

Agenda:

Opening Keynote & Welcome Remarks
Pedro Abramovay, Vice President of Programs, Open Society Foundations (OSF) 

Remarks

Kevin Casas-Zamora, Secretary-General, International IDEA

Panel Discussion:

• Zaid Al-Ali, International IDEA – Moderator
• Michael Woldemariam, Member, Horn Policy Reference Group, Horn Center for Democracy (HCD)
• Bitania Tadesse, Policy Specialist for Africa, International Peace Institute (IPI)
• Abebe Muluneh, Director Peace and Security Division, IGAD

Closing Reflections & Remarks
Yemisrach Kebede, Program and Partnerships Director, Horn Center for Democracy (HCD)