Yunus Emre Ozigci
Political scientist and career diplomat with a PhD in Political Sciences; author of NATO’s Meaning and Existence (Vernon Press, 2026) combining phenomenology and IR theory and serving as First Counsellor at the Turkish Embassy in Nairobi and Deputy Permanent Representative to UNON.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 1h 23min
Yunus Emre Ozigci, "NATO’s Meaning and Existence: Within the Interstate Intersubjectivity" (Vernon Press, 2026)
Yunus Emre Ozigci is a diplomat and political scientist with a focus on phenomenology in international relations. He delves into NATO's identity, arguing it's trapped in bureaucratic inertia while grappling with modern crises, particularly in relation to Russia. Ozigci uniquely applies philosophical tools to shape NATO’s meaning beyond military might, emphasizing shared identity among member states. He critiques traditional theories, advocating for a deeper understanding of collective norms and the authentic convergence needed for NATO’s future.
Jan 21, 2026 • 1h 23min
Yunus Emre Ozigci, "NATO’s Meaning and Existence: Within the Interstate Intersubjectivity" (Vernon Press, 2026)
Yunus Emre Ozigci, a political scientist and career diplomat, delves into NATO's identity in his insightful discourse. He argues that NATO is stuck in bureaucratic inertia while seeking a renewed purpose through intersubjective recognition. By combining phenomenology with international relations, Ozigci critiques traditional theories, suggesting that member-state convergence defines NATO's essence. He explores the impact of philosophical giants like Husserl and Heidegger on understanding NATO's crises and emphasizes the importance of collective identity in contemporary geopolitical dynamics.
