Westminster PIR Conversations: The New Cold War? The West and China/Russia

Date 2 April 2025
Time 5 - 7pm
Location 309 Regent Street
Cost Free

Leading academics in politics and international relations will discuss key findings on a range of topics. This talk will focus on Professor Lee Jones' (Queen Mary University of London) new research topic: the emerging Cold War between the West and China/ Russia.

About this talk

Lee Jones is a Professor of Political Economy and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London. Working in a Gramscian tradition, his research focuses on political economy and the transformation of states. He has published on a wide range of issues including regional security, international economic sanctions, the rise of China, and Brexit. 

Lee was seconded to the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office from 2022–24. His most recent books are Fractured China: How State Transformation is Shaping China’s Rise (2021) and Taking Control: Sovereignty and Democracy after Brexit (2023). 

This talk will focus on Lee’s new research topic: the emerging Cold War between the West and China/ Russia.

About this series

PIR Conversations is a new initiative. Leading academics in politics and international relations will discuss key findings on a range of topics. The programme of regular events is open to all, from new students to members of staff and external attendees. 

The format is relaxed and moves away from the formal lecture presentation. Leading academic experts explain in an accessible way the background and context to their argument or analysis as well as presenting their key findings. For example, they might discuss with the audience how they came to the research area, the major ideas and thinkers they work with, and the issues at stake in their research. 

The talk and discussion will be followed by a reception to which everyone is invited.

Location

Fyvie Hall, Regent Street Campus, 309 Regent Street, London W1B 2HT