Those who can make a connection between past and present and who can measure the peculiarities of their own time against the recognized value of history, will be able to gather lessons from the past and to prepare for a stronger future. With their unique insights into the world of politics and governance, former political leaders of the XXI century will share their experience and their thoughts on current forms of government and on how prepared we are to take on the upcoming challenges of a globalized world. What lessons should we learn from the past to take with us into our collective future?