The International Risk Podcast with Federico SaleriIn this episode, we explore how Europe’s rapidly changing security environment is reshaping the risks facing businesses, why geopolitical disruption can no longer be treated as a temporary shock, and how companies can build resilience against an increasingly unpredictable threat landscape. From Russia’s war in Ukraine and hybrid warfare to sabotage, critical infrastructure vulnerabilities and supply-chain disruption, geopolitical risk is increasingly something boards and executive teams must actively prepare for and govern.We discuss:- How Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has transformed the risk environment for European businesses- Why geopolitical shocks are becoming persistent operating conditions rather than exceptional events- Russia’s hybrid and grey-zone activity across Europe- Sabotage, critical infrastructure vulnerabilities and the growing threat to European companies- Which sectors are most exposed, including energy, logistics, telecommunications, transport and defence- Why businesses can be affected even when they are not directly targeted- What companies can learn from the preparedness of Finland and the Baltic states- Who should own geopolitical risk within an organisation- How boards and executives can use scenario planning and exercises to prepare for high-impact events- How businesses can build greater resilience in an increasingly volatile geopolitical environment- The international risks that concern Federico Saleri mostAbout the guest:Federico Saleri is Associate Director in the European Geopolitical and Country Risk team at Control Risks, where he advises organisations on geopolitical and security risks across Europe. His work includes helping multinational companies understand emerging threats, assess geopolitical scenarios and strengthen their preparedness for disruption. In this conversation, Federico draws on his work with businesses across Europe to examine how organisations are responding to hybrid threats, geopolitical volatility and the growing demands of corporate resilience.About the host:Dominic Bowen is Head of Strategic Advisory and Partner at one of Europe's leading risk management consulting firms. He advises CEOs, boards, and senior executives on crisis management, geopolitical risk, operational resilience, and strategy, drawing on decades of experience across government, humanitarian operations, and corporate leadership.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week💬 Tell us what you thought in the comments below📩 Share this episode with colleagues working in international business, geopolitics, security, risk management, and corporate strategySee more at www.theinternationalriskpodcast.com#Geopolitics #GeopoliticalRisk #Europe #Ukraine #Russia #HybridWarfare #BusinessRisk #RiskManagement #BusinessResilience #CriticalInfrastructure #CorporateSecurity #InternationalBusiness #InternationalRiskPodcastTell us what you liked!

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