Keynote: Security in a Multipolar World. Trump, Putin and Xi Jinping — how three wildcards are overturning global security.

Aug 27 2025

10:10 AM - 11:00 AM

Trump, Putin and Xi Jinping — how three wildcards are overturning global security. To understand what’s happening in the world we need to get into the minds of three of the most extraordinary leaders in the 21st century. One of Australia’s leading strategists, Peter will discuss the personalities, experiences, aims and aspirations of Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping. What impact will these leaders have on prospects of war and peace in the second half of the 2020s? What does this mean for Australia’s position in the world, for our defence and security outlook and for domestic stability? Never shy in voicing his opinions, Peter will set out his predictions for Australian security in coming years and show how businesses need to prepare for a world of increasing risk.