Overview
Current geopolitical challenges, including Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine and the conflict in the Middle East, have reinforced the inexorable link between national security and the preservation of the existing multilateral system and international legal order.
In his address, Lord Hermer discussed the condition of the international-rules-based-order in 2025, as well as the intersection between national security and international law.
The lecture was moderated by The Rt Hon Lord Parker of Minsmere GCVO KCB PC, RUSI Distinguished Fellow and former Director General of the Security Service (MI5).
About the Speaker
The Rt Hon Lord Hermer KC was appointed to his current role on 5 July 2024. He was called to the Bar in 1993 and took silk in 2009. Lord Hermer was previously Head of Chambers at Matrix and has served as a Deputy High Court Judge.
