Last year, the Crimea Global. Understanding Ukraine through the South conference gathered over 300 participants from all around the world, creating a unique space for international dialogue and cooperation. Experts, thought leaders, human rights advocates, and diplomats from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and beyond came together to share perspectives on global challenges and explore new paths forward. This event was more than just a conference — it was a platform that connected voices, experiences, and dreams from nations, who strive for freedom, justice, and the protection of human rights.

In the video, the speakers share their impressions of last year’s conference!

Lila Roldán Vázquez, General Secretary of the Argentine Council of Foreign Relations (CARI) is a seasoned diplomat with a distinguished career in Latin American and international relations. She has served as the Argentine Ambassador to Ukraine and held key roles in foreign affairs, including coordinating Argentina’s gender initiatives during its G20 presidency.

“Russia has violated every principle of international law. Many war crimes have already been certified, but maybe the most hideous of them all is the abduction of Ukrainian children.” 

Dr. Botakoz Kassymbekova, Scholar and Lecturer in Modern History at the University of Basel is a historian specializing in Soviet and post-Soviet studies, Russian imperial history, and the complex legacies of Stalinism. With a PhD from Humboldt University in Berlin, she continues to explore the historical dynamics that shape contemporary societies.

“The future of the world is also decided in Crimea. Whether the world will accept genocides as a norm of international law? And our destinies are decided in Crimea”.

This year’s conference will bring together international experts for meaningful discussions on current global challenges and a common path to peace and justice. The voices of these leaders and figures emphasize the importance of sustainable dialogue and cooperation between Ukraine and the countries of Asia, Africa, and Latin America.