Olivia O’Sullivan

Jul 5, 2024 | slguardian.org | Bronwen Maddox |Olivia O’Sullivan

It is a mark of the significance of this general election that a result predicted for months still brings with it a sense of uncertainty about what will follow. On paper, there is little difference between most elements of Labour and Conservative foreign policy. The greatest differences are on Europe and migration; on China, Ukraine, the rest, it is astonishingly similar.

Jun 2, 2024 | almendron.com | Olivia O’Sullivan

It’s well-known in the UK that the next government, whoever wins, will face a cascade of difficult domestic problems – the opposition Labour party have even drawn up a list, including prison overcrowding and the prospect of collapsing local councils and universities. All these issues are rightly high on the agenda in the campaign. But a July election will also mean some foreign affairs events and questions will immediately confront the next government.

Oct 29, 2023 | almendron.com | Olivia O’Sullivan

On 1–2 November, the UK will host its AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park, bringing AI powerhouses like the US and China together with industry leaders, civil society and experts, in an attempt to lead on managing AI risks on an international level. Today, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak previewed the summit by announcing a new UK AI Safety Institute, which would monitor AI development and risks and share its findings worldwide.