Talking Foreign Affairs with Adil Cader

Leading the World's 6th Smallest Country | Prime Minister Brigitte Haas

Is being a microstate a limitation or a hidden advantage? As a nation of just 40,000 people, yet one of the highest GDPs per capita in the world, Liechtenstein makes a compelling case that even the smallest states can think, and act, big. In this episode, Brigitte Haas, the Prime Minister of Liechtenstein, joins Adil Cader for a wide-ranging conversation about what it really means to lead a microstate in an increasingly complex world order. #Leadership #Liechtenstein #BrigitteHaas #Diplomacy #Geopolitics #InternationalRelatoins #ForeignPolicy #Multilateralism #UnitedNations #ForeignAffairs

Is Swiss Neutrality a Myth? | Former President Doris Leuthard

Is Swiss neutrality still real, or is it being redefined in real time? In this episode, Adil Cader speak with Doris Leuthard who served twice as President of Switzerland, about what neutrality actually means in today’s shifting global order. And some important life lessons she has learnt from it. From its roots after the Battle of Marignano in 1515 and formal recognition at the Congress of Vienna in 1815 , neutrality has shaped Switzerland’s identity for centuries. But in a world marked by trade tensions, rising great power rivalry and pressure on multilateral institutions, how does Switzerland interpret neutrality today? #Leadership #Switzerland #DorisLeuthard #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #ForeignPolicy #Diplomacy #Multilateralism #UnitedNations #PoliticalLeadership #GlobalAffairs

Tatyana Ali on the Global Crisis Mothers Are Still Being Ignored About

You may know her as Ashley from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air or as a Grammy-nominated artist. But today, Tatyana Ali is here to talk about something very few people expect. In this episode, Tatyana joins Adil to share her own childbirth experience and the moment she realised she was not being listened to. What followed was not just frustrating. It was frightening. And it opened her eyes to a much bigger problem facing mothers around the world. Across countries and health systems, women of African descent face far higher risks during pregnancy and birth. Being dismissed, ignored, or not taken seriously is part of that story. This is not rare. It is happening every day. As part of her campaign with the UNFPA, Tatyana speaks honestly about birth trauma, medical bias, and why motherhood is still dangerous for too many women worldwide. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it.

From Shuttle to Summit: The Secret Diplomacy of Space | Charles Bolden

How Space Became a Tool of Diplomacy What does space exploration have to do with global diplomacy? In this episode of Talking Foreign Affairs, host Adil Cader sits down with Charles Bolden, former NASA Administrator and veteran astronaut, for a rare look into how science has shaped international cooperation at the highest levels. From commanding shuttle missions to leading NASA during one of its most politically complex periods, Bolden reflects on how space became a channel for peacebuilding — particularly between the United States and Russia. He shares gripping stories from space and beyond, including efforts to preserve ISS cooperation even as political relations back on Earth grew tense. This conversation unpacks the quiet power of science diplomacy, why space still matters in foreign affairs, and how global collaboration is possible even in divided times. A must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of exploration, leadership, and diplomacy. Tune in, share it with a friend, and explore more episodes in the Talking Foreign Affairs series — where world leaders and changemakers share the stories behind the headlines.

Can Global Trade Really Bring Peace? | Pascal Lamy

In this episode, former WTO Director-General Pascal Lamy joins Adil Cader for a candid conversation on why trade is about peace, power, and the planet, not just money. From the collapse of WTO dispute mechanisms to the fragile balance between climate policy and international commerce, Lamy unpacks the future of multilateralism, the risks of nationalism, and why global trade rules need a serious reboot. 🎧 A must-listen for anyone interested in international relations, diplomacy, climate policy, and economic justice. #TalkingForeignAffairs #WTO #PascalLamy #GlobalTrade #ClimatePolicy #InternationalRelations #Diplomacy #Multilateralism #PeaceThroughTrade #EconomicJustice