Lecture: Current Issues in U.S. National Security Law and Policy

On Tuesday, 28 April 2026, our Faculty will host a guest lecture by Prof. James E. Baker on 'Current Issues in U.S. National Security Law and Policy.'

The lecture will address current developments and pressing challenges at the intersection of international law and national security. It will explore how governments respond to evolving threats, rapid technological change, and shifting geopolitical dynamics, while also reflecting on the legal and institutional frameworks that shape national security decision-making.

About the speaker

Prof. James E. Baker is Director of the Institute for Security Policy and Law at Syracuse University and former Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces.

He is widely recognized as a leading authority in the field of U.S. national security law and brings extensive experience from both the judiciary and government practice, including service in senior legal roles at the White House.

Topics

During the lecture, Prof. Baker will reflect on a number of contemporary issues, including:

• National security governance
• Intelligence and state power
• Legal and policy responses to emerging threats
• Technological change and geopolitical developments
• The current state and future of the transatlantic partnership

The lecture will also consider how different institutional actors shape national security policy in an increasingly interconnected international environment.

Discussion and Q&A

The session includes comments by dr. André de Hoogh and moderation by dr. Martin Bulla, followed by an open Q&A.

Attendance

The event is open for everyone.
No registration is required.