Bill Emmott, former editor of The Economist, will chair a series of Friday discussions with Blavatnik School students, faculty and experts about hot topics in current affairs.

This week’s discussion will revolve around the US presidential election: "The US Presidential race: where is it heading and what are the implications for the world?"

Speakers will consist of John Prideaux, US Editor of The Economist, and Professor Robert O. Keohane, Visiting Scholar with an Astor Visiting Lectureship, and there will be ample space for dicussion with the audience.

This event is open to the public. Online registration is required.

Future sessions will take place at 2.00-2.45pm on the following dates:

• 26 February
• 4 March

Watch this space for topics and speakers announcements.