How is the Arctic becoming a new arena for geopolitical competition—and what does this mean for Europe, business and global security?

The Center for Geopolitics and Corporate Strategy (CGCS) invites you to the next event in its Speakers Series on November 12, 2026.

Under the title “The Arctic: A New Geopolitical Front?”, the panel will examine the growing strategic importance of the Arctic and the political, economic and security interests shaping its future.

The discussion will bring together:

• Robert Habeck, former Vice-Chancellor of Germany, Alliance 90/The Greens
• James Davis, University of St.Gallen and Munich Security Conference
• Nikolaus Lang, Global Leadership Board, BCG
• Claudia Brühwiler, University of St.Gallen

The event will be hosted by Prof. Dr. Christoph Lechner.

Event Details

Thursday, November 12, 2026
6:15 PM
Atrium, SQUARE
University of St.Gallen

The Center for Geopolitics and Corporate Strategy brings together leading voices from business, politics and academia to explore how geopolitical change affects corporate strategy and decision-making.

We look forward to welcoming you to SQUARE on November 12.