Description Our panelists take a deep dive into critically evolving issues surrounding power politics, energy security, and the future of Venezuela. Daryl Press, Faculty Director of the Davidson Institute for Global Security, a leading scholar on U.S. foreign policy, deterrence, and the future of warfare. Klaus-Dieter Barbknecht, Harris Distinguished Visiting Professor from Germany’s Technical University of Bergakademie Freiberg (sponsored by the Irving Institute) & Vice-Chair of Strategic Leadership for the World Energy Council. Bill Davis, former CEO & Lead Country Manager – South Asia at ExxonMobil India. Peter DeShazo, Visiting Professor, Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies. Moderated by Barbara Will, Vice Provost for Academic and International Affairs. Co-sponsored by the Irving Institute for Energy & Society, Davidson Institute for Global Security at Dartmouth, Dickey Center for International Understanding, and the Office of the Provost. Dartmouth College, January 20, 2026