Meet Professor John Mearsheimer
HKU iCube was honored to support the South China Morning Post (SCMP) in hosting a premier event featuring Prof. John Mearsheimer, a renowned American political scientist and Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago.
Time & Location
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
2:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Two Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Pl, Central, Hong Kong
About the event
HKU iCube was honored to support the South China Morning Post (SCMP) in hosting a premier event featuring Prof. John Mearsheimer, a renowned American political scientist and Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago, widely recognized for his monumental contributions to political science and profound insights into international relations.
During the event, SCMP’s Executive Managing Editor, Zuraidah Ibrahim, engaged Prof. Mearsheimer in a candid fireside chat exploring the resurgence of great power politics and its impacts on global markets, bringing fresh perspectives to the audience. The conversation was followed by an interactive Q&A session, which sparked strong audience engagement.
Professor John Mearsheimer
R. Wendell Harrison Distinguished Service Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago
Zuraidah supervises
Executive Managing Editor of SCMP
Date:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time:
2:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Venue:
HKU iCube, 4005-4007, 40/F, Two Exchange Square, Central
Language:
English
Mode:
Face-to-face Sharing
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