Join us for an evening where Sir John Sawers in conversation with Nicholas Crane will discuss geopolitical conflict in the context of climate change, great power rivalry and a constrained United Nations.
About the speakers
After a long career as a diplomat with postings in Yemen, Syria, Egypt, South Africa and the US, Sir John was appointed British Ambassador at the UN in New York, before back in London to head MI6. Over two decades he has advised successive prime ministers and foreign secretaries on foreign affairs and international security.
Booking information
Advance booking for this event is required. Tickets are £5, and free for RGS-IBG members and students. Students can book free tickets by entering the code Student at checkout. Please book by midday on 16 May. If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking, please email events@rgs.org
This event has been organised by the East committee.
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Venue information
This event will be held at Blake Studio, Norwich School, 71a The Close, Norwich NR1 4DD.
Doors open 7.00pm.
There is parking available on site.
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