UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson gives first Major Speech at Chatham House in London

The video discusses the post-war liberal order established with Western allies after the Cold War, highlighting its current challenges and the need to defend it. Despite hopes for a global embrace, the order faces unprecedented strain, particularly in the Middle East, where non-state actors challenge its principles. The speaker emphasizes the importance of preserving this order to prevent a return to a more brutal system where might dictates right.

What was the initial hope regarding the rules-based liberal order after the Cold War?

How does the speaker describe the state of the post-war liberal settlement?

What challenges are posed by non-state actors in the Middle East?

What is the significance of redoubling resolve in the context of global challenges?

What does the speaker suggest could happen if the current international order fails?