Successful version of the youth workshop in Termas de Jahuel

This week, the AthenaLab seminar was held in Termas de Jahuel “Context and Challenges of the International System,” in which 32 young people were able to learn and discuss the basic theories and concepts of international relations applied to national, regional, and global contingencies.

The event featured special guests such as the former Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs, Carolina Valdivia, who presented on the principles of Chile’s foreign policy and its application in the recent dispute between Chile and Bolivia over the Silala River.

Additionally, the prominent international law expert, Paz Zárate, provided insights on Chile’s integration into the world.

The members of the AthenaLab team discussed topics such as great powers, the importance of the Indo-Pacific, the Latin American neighborhood, the main security threats, and how to address Chile’s current challenges, complemented by practical workshops where students faced real-life cases inspired by what they learned each day.

The final talk was given by the chairman of the AthenaLab advisory council, Admiral (ret.) Julio Leiva, who delivered a lecture on leadership and its main characteristics.

AthenaLab will continue to conduct activities of this nature and invites everyone to stay tuned for announcements throughout the year. We also thank all those who attended the seminar for their participation.

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