Juan Luis Manfredi Sánchez - Prince of Asturias Distinguished Visiting Professor, Georgetown University

Disinformation in the diplomatic field can be defined as politically motivated false or forged information intended to influence its audience. It is one of the most relevant topics in diplomacy and international relations because diplomats, journalists, military, and policymakers are interested in the way the messages are created, distributed, shared, and understood.

Russia's war against Ukraine raises new questions for the discipline: how can the EU deal with Russian disinformation? What are the effects of shutting down RT or Sputnik? What responsibility do technology companies have in spreading hate and lies? What does Zelensky's social media activity teach us about political communication and leadership? These and other questions serve to reflect on the future of Europe in the era of de-globalization, where facts -not mere opinions- are contested.

This event will follow a hybrid format.