Looking forward on climate change
Professor Sagar said that scientists have come to a consensus that climate change is real and humans have caused it.
Now that these questions have been answered, the focus needs to shift to how society moves forward.
Sagar added that mitigation policies are important, but policymakers need to also recognize the specific issues that each country faces.
He explained that although climate change is a cumulative issue, not every country has the resources and power to combat it.
“Those with the greatest resources need to take the lead,” Sagar urged.
‘Individual votes do count for Congress’
Asha George emphasized that even though the presidential election is important, citizens can’t forget about Congress.
She pushed viewers to engage in Congressional elections and elect leaders that support the safety of humanity.
Significance of the private sector
Herb Lin warned of the significance of the private sector.
“I would urge people to think about how one can govern private sectors,” Lin added.
The explained that governing private companies in a democracy is incredibly difficult.
Glaser weighs in on future of nuclear weapons
Professor Glaser explained the significance of the Treaty of Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.
Even though the treaty has struggled to gain momentum, as all major countries who have access to the weapons oppose it, he believes it is a positive possibility.
As international conflicts rise, Glaser is hopeful that more countries with nuclear weapons will start to show support for the treaty.
Glaser’s last message is one of voting. He emphasized the importance of the US Presidency and said that this conversation will only grow with urgency as the election approaches.
Intersectionality of climate change and AI
Climate change and AI are two international issues that require global governance.
On climate change, Professor Sagar argued that all countries approach the topic differently and require certain needs.
Local manifestations of climate change and socioeconomic implications differ across nations, making global governance a challenge.
Despite the magnitude of the threat, Sagar is positive about the direction the international community is moving in.
How can AI be governed?
The rise of AI presents a complicated question of its governance.
The Bulletin analyzes the pros and cons of restricting AI and where the government’s role comes in.
Asha George argued that it’s unrealistic for governments to ban countries from using AI.
