[19th Plenary Committee Meeting / 5th Public Lecture] “Considering Violence in Africa: From Massive Conflict to Terrorism” (January 24, 2015)

Date: January 24, 2015
Venue: Inamori Foundation Memorial Bldg. (Inamori Center), Large-sized Room

There were massive conflicts during the period of 1990s to 2000s, but we can recognize the emergence of terrorism in contemporary Africa. The militant groups are small unit and they have aggressive actions cross the national borders. We invited famous researcher, a former journalist for this public workshop and provided opportunity to rethink violence in contemporary Africa.

Program

15:00-15:10
Opening remarks
Ohta, I (Kyoto University)

15:10-16:30
Considering Violence in Africa: From Massive Conflict to Terrorism
Keiichi　Shirato (Mitsui Global Strategic Studies Institute)

16:30-17:00
General Discussion