Forget panel discussions, lets hike to the mic.
THE SERIES
Summit Talks is a content series, where Beatrice Fihn embarks on scenic hikes through Switzerland’s most iconic mountain landscapes alongside some of the world’s most influential diplomats to talk about the importance of international law and multilateralism. Step by step, Beatrice engages her guests in informal, unscripted conversations that delve into how the international community are trying to solve some of the major global issues of our time. Along the way, viewers gain insight not only into the pressing topics discussed but also into the often untold personal stories that shape each diplomat’s journey.
THE HOST
Beatrice Fihn is a Swedish lawyer, best known for her work as the Executive Director of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN). Beatrice led ICAN to win the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize for its work in highlighting the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons and for its groundbreaking work in achieving the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. Since 2023, Beatrice has operated as Founder and Director of Lex International Fund, a philanthropic fund hosted by Swiss Philanthropy Foundation, focused on supporting and strengthening international law as a tool for solving global challenges.
GUESTS AND TOPICS
Weapon contamination with Erik Tollefsen
Release: March 2026
Above Montreux, Erik Tollefsen of the ICRC and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Beatrice Fihn hike through the Swiss Alps as they discuss the enduring human cost of landmines and explosive remnants of war. With Lake Geneva below, they reflect on the diplomatic, legal, and humanitarian efforts needed to clear contaminated land and protect civilians long after conflict ends.
The Global Plastics Treaty with Luis Vayas Valdivieso
Release: April 2026
Hiking up the Moléson above Gruyères, Ambassador Luis Vayas-Valdivieso and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Beatrice Fihn discuss the high-stakes negotiations behind the UN Global Plastics Treaty. Surrounded by the Swiss Alps, their conversation explores diplomacy, power, and whether the world can agree on meaningful action to end plastic pollution.
A reality check on Biosecurity with Filippa Lentzos
Release: May 2026
On the slopes of Crans-Montana, biosecurity expert Filippa Lentzos and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Beatrice Fihn ski together while discussing the global risks posed by biological weapons. Between runs, they explore the fragility of existing international safeguards, the impact of emerging biotechnologies, and why renewed political will is essential to prevent future biological crises.
Summit Talks is an original content program produced by Lex International, hosted by Beatrice Fihn, and captured in Switzerland’s iconic alpine landscapes.
