Philip Cunliffe

Philip Cunliffe, an Associate Professor of International Relations at University College London, dives into the fading concept of national interest amidst the backdrop of globalization. He discusses how political leaders have neglected national interest over the last thirty years, impacting political representation and accountability. Cunliffe critiques contemporary populism, the rise of nationalism, and the complex interplay between national interests and democratic processes, urging a revival of the national interest for democratic renewal and better international cooperation.