Welcome Centers in Canada: Lessons for Newcomer Integration in GermanyApril 24, 2013 / Berlin, GermanyThe Immigration and Integration program launched the first ever “Welcoming Weeks” in Germany, as part of the GMF Welcoming Weeks, which showcases Canadian and U.S. initiatives for welcoming immigrants. The International Forum on Border SecurityApril 23, 2013 / Berlin, GermanyOn April 22-23, GMF’s Warsaw Office in cooperation with GMF’s Berlin Office held a third workshop on “The International Forum on Border Security”, in Berlin, Germany. Shifting Economies, Shifting Migration Patterns: Local Impacts and Policy ResponsesApril 23, 2013 / Turino, ItalyGMF hosted the first International City Dialogue in Turin, Italy, with the support of the Compagnia di San Paolo and FIERI, on April 11-13, 2013.Protecting Consumers’ Privacy in the Digital AgeApril 22, 2013 / Brussels, BelgiumThe Young Transatlantic Network in Brussels hosted a luncheon roundtable discussion with Julie Brill, Commissioner at the Federal Trade Commission of the United States. India Trilateral Forum 6April 12, 2013 / Stockholm, SwedenOn April 12 and 13, GMF and Sweden’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs hosted the sixth India Trilateral Forum, an ongoing dialogue between European, American, and Indian policymakers and commentators.The Fractured Ocean: Challenges to Maritime Policy in the Wider AtlanticMarch 28, 2013 / Brussels, BelgiumOn Tuesday, March 27, the Brussels office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted the presentation of The Fractured Ocean: Challenges to Maritime Policy in the Wider Atlantic, a report published by GMF in partnership with the OCP Foundation.Green Energy Peer Exchange Connects Detroit and Torino LeadersMarch 27, 2013 / Detroit, Michigan From March 10-14, the Urban and Regional Policy Program of the German Marshall Fund hosted a peer exchange as part of the Detroit –Torino Partnership. The Future of Mediterranean Europe Takes Centre Stage at the Mediterranean Strategy Group in LisbonMarch 27, 2013 / Lisbon, PortugalThe German Marshall Fund of the United States organized the seventh meeting of the Mediterranean Strategy Group. This meeting was held in Lisbon, and focused on the theme “The Future of Mediterranean Europe: Between the Euro Crisis and Arab Revolutions.”Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation Marks Milestone 5th AnniversaryMarch 27, 2013 / BucharestThe Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) celebrated its 5th anniversary with more than 80 policymakers, opinion shapers, and civil society and media representatives from the countries of the Black Sea region, United States, and European Union.“How to Create a “We”? Welcoming Immigrant Integration in Sweden and the United States”March 19, 2013 / Washington DCThe Swedish Embassy partnered with GMF to host the latest in in GMF’s Immigration Embassy Event Series, looking at immigrant integration from a transatlantic perspective.Transatlantic Inclusion Leaders ConveneMarch 14, 2013 / Brussels, Belgium

25 young, minority elected political leaders from the United States and 15 European countries are convening March 14-15 for political skills training and to build the Transatlantic Inclusion Leaders Network.

YTN Berlin Speakers Discuss Challenges of New Technology for Foreign PolicyFebruary 26, 2013 / Berlin, GermanyGMF's Young Transatlantic Network with Reporters without Borders hosted “How to Rule the New Frontier? Impacts, Hopes, and Challenges of Social Media for Foreign Policy.”Free Trade Debate with Constanze Picking and Bruce StokesFebruary 22, 2013 / Paris, FranceGMF-Paris and the American Chamber of Commerce in France organized a discussion on the political debate circling a US-EU Free Trade Agreement, its obstacles and potential.Dialogues for Change Workshop – Transatlantic Lessons in Civic ParticipationJanuary 31, 2013 / Washington DC

GMF's Urban and Regional Policy Program hosts a workshop on civic engagement for US and German practitioners and policymakers.

Senior French Business and Political Leaders Discuss Global Swing States ReportJanuary 16, 2013 / Paris, FranceGMF Paris Office organized a breakfast-debate at the Hôtel Bristol in Paris, with a prestigious panel of international corporate representativesGMF Paris and French Ministry of Foreign Affairs Expert Roundtable on Global Swing StatesJanuary 16, 2013 / Paris, Francethe Paris Office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States co-organizedGlobal Swing States and the Future of International OrderJanuary 15, 2013 / Berlin, GermanyGMF’s Berlin office hosted Transatlantic Fellow Dr. Daniel Kliman who presented the Global Swing States report at the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology, the Federal Foreign Office.Lugar Institute for Diplomacy and Congress Ambassadorial RoundtableJanuary 09, 2013 / Washington, DC On Wednesday January 9, 2012, Senator Richard Lugar was joined by a distinguished group of twenty-five diplomats at the inaugural Ambassadorial Roundtable of the Richard G. Lugar Institute for Diplomacy and Congress“Two Wheels-Lots of Green” highlights community-based greening initiatives in PittsburghDecember 14, 2012 / Pittsburgh, PA

GMF's Urban and Regional Policy Program supports local community greening initiatives.

Maximizing National Security: The Integration of Polish and NATO Missile Defense ArchitecturesDecember 13, 2012 / Warsaw, Poland“Maximizing National Security: The Integration of Polish and NATO Missile Defense Architectures” conference analyzed Polish defense strategies.YTN Members Quiz Kathleen Fitzpatrick on U.S. Approaches to Civilian Security across the WorldDecember 13, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumKathleen M. Fitzpatrick, of the U.S. Department of State discusses human rights with members of YTN Brussels.China’s Leadership Transition: The challenges aheadDecember 07, 2012 / Berlin, GermanyGMF’s Minxin Pei analyzes the new Chinese leadership.IFRI, GMF, and US Embassy in Paris join forces for U.S. Politics International ConferenceDecember 07, 2012 / Paris, FranceThe discussion ‘Obama re-elected – the best is yet to come?’ explored U.S. foreign policy in world affairs. “Rethinking Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the U.S. and EU”December 06, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumGMF and the U.S. Mission to the EU hosted an event on redefining innovation and entrepreneurship. U.S. Foreign Policy after the 2012 U.S. Presidential ElectionsNovember 26, 2012 / Warsaw, PolandWarsaw Office event discussed potential changes to U.S. foreign policy post electionsLandmark GMF, MMF Anniversaries Celebrated with Post-U.S. Election Analysis from John HarrisNovember 21, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumMMF alumni gathered at the Brewer’s House, situated in the historic heart of Brussels, to celebrate GMF’s 40th, MMF’s 30th, and the Brussels Office’s 10th anniversaries.American Politics after the Presidential Election with Politico’s John HarrisNovember 19, 2012 / Berlin, GermanyMarking the 30th anniversary of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship, Manfred Wörner Seminar and APSA Congressional Fellowship, GMF’s Berlin office hosted a discussion with Politico Editor-in-Chief John Harris on Monday, November 19, 2012.Covering Politics in the Digital Age: Press Roundtable with Editor-in-Chief of PoliticoNovember 19, 2012 / Berlin, Germanyon Monday, November 19, 2012 GMF's Berlin office hosted a discussion of the media climate during the recent 'U.S. elections with POLITOCO editor-in-chief John F. Harris Democracy Promotion and Nation Building in United States Foreign Policy-The U.S. Model ReconsideredNovember 18, 2012 / Paris, FranceThe Paris office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States and the Université Sorbonne Nouvelle – Paris 3 partnered and organized an international symposium on “Democracy Promotion and Nation Building in United States Foreign Policy-The U.S. Model Reconsidered, From the Post-Cold War Balkans to the Arab Revolts”, on Thursday the 18th and Friday the 19th of October 2012 at France-Amériques, Paris. After the U.S. Elections: What now for Obama, America and the Republican Party?November 16, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumGMF Brussels and Ifri Brussels, co-organized an event on the outcome of the U.S. elections and its implications for America and the Republican Party. U.S. Elections Events in Berlin Give Overview of Presidential CampaignsNovember 15, 2012 / Berlin, GermanyAn election party featuring a lively discussion and night owl panel kicked off two days of U.S. elections-related events in Berlin.After the 2012 U.S. Presidential Election: “What just happened in America and why it matters to you”November 15, 2012 / Haus der Kulturen der Welt, Berlin, GermanyGMF Berlin U.S. election event analyzed how Obama's reelection is just as significant for Americans and as well as non-Americans.After the U.S. Presidential Elections: What is Ahead?November 15, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumOn November 15, the Young Transatlantic Network in Brussels hosted John Harris for a luncheon discussion on the outcome of the 2012 U.S. elections.GMF Warsaw Office Hosts Debate on U.S. Polish RelationsNovember 06, 2012 / Warsaw, PolandOn Tuesday 6th November 2012, GMF's Warsaw Office hosted an oxford-style debate titled: “America remains essential for Poland’s future”. The 2012 U.S. Presidential Election Impact on Transatlantic RelationsNovember 01, 2012 / Warsaw, PolandIn the run-up to the U.S. 2012 Presidential elections, the GMF Warsaw Office hosted a discussion on the elections and their impact on transatlantic relations with GMF president Craig Kennedy.U.S. Presidential Elections 2012 International SymposiumOctober 26, 2012 / Paris, FranceThe Paris Office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States organized on Thursday October 25th and Friday 26th, 2012, an international symposium titled “U.S. Presidential Elections 2012”, in partnership with the Centre d’études et de recherches internationales-Sciences Po, the Alliance Program, the U.S. Embassy, Le Monde and the Paris School of International Affairs of Sciences Po Paris.YTN hosts Bennett for U.S. Election discussionOctober 24, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumOn October 24 the Young Transatlantic Network in Brussels hosted former Senator Robert Bennett for a luncheon discussion on the 2012 U.S. elections. Taking place just two days after the third presidential debate, the event focused on the key political factors which will determine the course of the election as well as the policy implications for the winner.Bennett, Vimont, Kennard, Schaake discuss U.S. Elections and Foreign Policy ImplicationsOctober 24, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumOn October 24, 2012, the GMF Brussels office hosted a discussion on the 2012 U.S. elections and possible foreign policy outcomes. YTN Berlin speakers discuss “the U.S. Presidential Candidates and their Views on Foreign Policy”October 22, 2012 / Berlin, GermanyThe German Marshall Fund’s (GMF) Young Transatlantic Network in Berlin hosted a discussion with Xenia Dormandy, Senior Fellow, U.S. International Role, Chatham House, and GMF Senior Non-Resident Fellow Fabrizio Tassinari on the “U.S. presidential candidates and their views on foreign policy”. CERI-Sciences Po and GMF Join Forces for U.S.-Pakistan Relations SeminarOctober 15, 2012 / France

CERI-Sciences Po and GMF Paris' event looked at the comprehensive history of U.S.-Pakistan relations since the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.

“Power of Swing States in the U.S. Election” Event Kicks Off New YTN SeasonOctober 12, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

YTN and the U. S. Mission to the European Union teamed up for U.S. Elections Discussion 

Aviation and Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Identifying a Transatlantic and Global SolutionOctober 12, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumGreenhouse gas emissions from aviation are one of the fastest-growing sources of climate pollution, but they are unregulated. GMF and  the Heinrich Boell Foundation co-hosted an event on the topic.Public Opinion Analysis Kick Starts 2012 U.S. Elections SeriesOctober 04, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

From key districts in swing states, to hotly contested Congressional seats, the outcome of the 2012 U.S. presidential and congressional elections will all come down to numbers. The German Marshall Fund of the United States and the European External Action Service co-organized a debate about the U.S. Elections, Thursday October 4th.

Transatlantic Cities Network Annual Meeting 2012October 03, 2012 / Birmingham, UK

This year’s Transatlantic Cities Network annual meeting took place in Birmingham, UK from September 30-October 3. 

Transatlantic Trends 2012 Brussels LaunchSeptember 18, 2012 / Brussels, BelgiumGMF Brussels launched Transatlantic Trends 2012, on Thursday September 13^th, noting that “this year`s survey showed a convergence of public opinions on both sides of Atlantic.”GMF Paris Launches Transatlantic Trends, Celebrates Key AnniversariesSeptember 17, 2012 / Paris, France

The Paris office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States presented the official results of the 2012 Transatlantic Trends.

Communicating Diplomacy Globally in the Facebook EraAugust 14, 2012 / Washington

The revolution in technology and the rise of social media have changed the way governments communicate with publics of other nations. During a half day conference, participants examined the reasons why governments interact with a global audience.

Romney: America and Poland Face the Future “with Solidarity”August 01, 2012 / Warsaw, Poland

Mitt Romney, the presumptive Republican nominee for U.S. president, said the values of peace and liberty have marked the strong relationship between the USA and Poland. 

Why Ignoring Central Asia Hurts the U.S.July 27, 2012 / Washington

Enders Wimbush testified before the House Subcommittee on Europe and Eurasia arguing that, to the United States’ detriment, Central Asia has been largely ignored in American strategic thinking.

YTN Brussels Marks Season End with BBQJuly 17, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

Young Transatlantic Network met at Café Coolock for its annual end-of-season YTN BBQ and US Independence Day celebration.

Bill Sweeney Discusses Democracy ChallengesJune 26, 2012 / Berlin, Germany

GMF’s Berlin office held a discussion with Bill Sweeney, President of the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), centering on today's democracy issues.

Sofia Forum for the BalkansJune 19, 2012 / Sofia, Bulgaria

The Balkan Trust for Democracy (BTD) co-organized the first Sofia Forum for the Balkans, under the title: “The Balkans in the Globalized World: Fostering the Region’s European Agenda.”

YTN Berlin U.S. Presidential Election Panel Marks 25th Anniversary of Reagan’s “Tear Down This Wall”June 15, 2012 / Berlin, Germany

To mark the 25^th anniversary of Ronald Reagan's "Tear Down this Wall'' speech on June 12, GMF’s Young Transatlantic Network hosted over 100 guests for a panel discussion on the U.S. presidential election and its implications for transatlantic relations.

Ron Asmus Policy Fellowship Gives Young Policymakers a Platform to Voice New IdeasJune 11, 2012 / Germany

On May 24 and 25, GMF held the first Ron Asmus Policy Entrepreneur seminar at Schloss Elmau, an hour southwest of Munich. The gathering included a number of European and American political, policy, and academic figures who played a role in the life of Ron Asmus, GMF’s former Brussels office executive director, who died last year.

Control Needed to Combat Resource DeficiencyJune 11, 2012 / Warsaw, Poland

Transatlantic Academy Fellows, Dr. Geoffrey Kemp and Mr. Tim Boersma, took part in a conversation on “The Global Resource Nexus” at GMF’s Warsaw Office, Poland.

Managing Resource Risks in the 21st CenturyJune 06, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

On Friday June 1, the German Marshall Fund of the United States and the German Institute for International and Security Affairs hosted a roundtable workshop on the transatlantic governance of resource risks. 

Reassessing Development Aid: The Future of Public-Private PartnershipsJune 05, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) in development have taken center stage in recent discussions among donors. From the relaunch of the US-EU Dialogue on Development in April, to President Obama and Bono’s introduction of a New Alliance for Food Security and Nutrition at the G8 summit in May, the increasing focus on PPPs is changing traditional policy-making in development. In light of this new emphasis, the Young Transatlantic Network (YTN) met on Tuesday, May 29th, for a lunch discussion entitled “Reassessing Development Aid: The Future of Public-Private Partnerships”.

Does Hollande’s Victory Signal a Shift in International Relations?May 16, 2012 / Berlin, GermanyAs part of the Berlin office’s Domestic Elections: Global Implications series, the German Marshall Fund (GMF) hosted an off-the-record luncheon discussion on “France after the Presidential Election.Regional Security Cooperation in the Baltic: Risks, Challenges and ThreatsMay 10, 2012 / Tallinn, Estonia

In anticipation of the NATO Chicago Summit 2012, between 10 - 11 May in Tallinn, Estonia, GMF and The International Centre for Defence Studies (ICDS) held an event titled: ‘Regional Security Cooperation in the Baltic: Risks, Challenges and Threats’.

Asst. Secretary Philip Gordon Previews the Chicago NATO SummitMay 03, 2012 / Berlin, Germany

U.S. Assistant Secretary Philip Gordon provided an overview of what to expect at the Chicago NATO Summit at a discussion in Berlin. 

YTN Discussion “Security Challenges in a Volatile Region: A View from Israel”May 02, 2012 / BrusselsOn Wednesday, April 25, GMF Brussels hosted a Young Transatlantic Network (YTN) lunch-discussion entitled “Security Challenges in a Volatile Region: A View from Israel”.Driving Innovation for a Low-Carbon SocietyApril 30, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

GMF hosted in Brussels a roundtable discussion on innovation promotion with political leaders and climate scholars from leading European institutions. Discussions focused on a recently published SEI report, "Driving Innovation for a Low-Carbon Society".

What to Expect from the NATO Chicago Summit?April 12, 2012 / Paris

On April 12, 2012, the GMF Paris office partnered with the Fondation pour la Recherche Stratégique (FRS) to organize a full-day seminar on “What to Expect from the NATO Chicago Summit?”, as part of the joint GMF-FRS “NATO and Transatlantic Security Debates Series”.

The United States, Turkey and the Arab SpringApril 11, 2012 / Paris

On April 11, 2012, the Paris office, in partnership with the Center for International Research and Studies (CERI) – Sciences Po and the United States Embassy, organized a conference titled “The United States, Turkey and the Arab Spring”.

France: What is next for the Obama Presidency?April 03, 2012 / Paris

On April 3, 2012, the Paris office, in partnership with the Center for International Research and Studies (CERI) – Sciences Po, organized  a event titled “The Obama Presidency : What is Next?”

Natural Resources: the New Geopolitical Great GameMarch 27, 2012 / Paris, France

On March 27^th  GMF's Paris office partnered with the Transatlantic Academy and French Institute for International Relations (IFRI) to organize a round-table titled Natural Resources: the New Geopolitical Great Game. 

YTN Event on Water SecurityMarch 27, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

On Tuesday 27 March, the GMF and the U.S. Mission to the European Union hosted a Young Translatlantic Network lunch discussion on water security with Ingrid Verstraeten, from U.S. Geological Survey, and Efastathios Dalmangas, from DG Development and Cooperation, European Commission.

Young Professionals Summit, 2012March 24, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

The Young Professionals Summit took place from March 24 to March 25, 2012. 

The Case for Renewing Transatlantic CapitalismMarch 19, 2012 / WarsawThe Case for Renewing Transatlantic Capitalism report presentation took place on Monday, March 19 in Warsaw’s Radisson Blu hotel,  Poland. The report is a result of collaboration of a high-level group convened by demosEUROPA – Centre for European Strategy (Warsaw), the German Marshall Fund of the United States (Washington, DC), Notre Europe (Paris), Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (Berlin) and European Policy Centre (Brussels).A Look ahead to the U.S. elections: the View from ParisMarch 13, 2012 / Paris

On March 13, 2012, the Paris office hosted a roundtable with James Barnes, consultant for CNN and journalist for the National Journal, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy in Paris, to discuss the American presidential elections.

Regional Meeting of the Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI) in BerlinMarch 12, 2012 / Berlin, Germany

From March 2 – 4, 2012, the GMF immigration and integration program in cooperation with the Robert Bosch Stiftung held the 9^th Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI) regional meeting in Berlin.

Tomorrow’s Security Challenges: Emerging Threats, Evolving SolutionsMarch 08, 2012 / Berlin, Germany

On 8 March, GMF Berlin partnered with the British Council's Transatlantic Network 2020 to host an expert discussion on the future of security.

The 5th Anniversary of the Young Transatlantic NetworkMarch 08, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium

On Thursday, March 8, 2012, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) was proud to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Young Transatlantic Network (YTN) with a reception in Brussels, in cooperation with the U.S. Mission to the EU.

Task Force Encourages New Approach to U.S. – EU Trade RelationsFebruary 23, 2012 / Washington, DCFollowing a week of launch events across Europe, on February 22, the German Marshall Fund hosted the U.S. launch of the report from the Transatlantic Task Force on Trade and Investment, “A New Era for Transatlantic Trade Leadership.” ‘A New Era for Transatlantic Trade Leadership’ Launched in EuropeFebruary 22, 2012 / BrusselsThe report of the Transatlantic Taskforce on Trade and Investment was launched in Europe through a series of events in Paris (February 14), Brussels (February 15), and Berlin (February 17). The Eurocrisis in 2020February 16, 2012 / Paris

On February 16, 2012, the Paris office launched the first European seminar of the GMF EuroFuture Project, “The Eurocrisis in 2020”, in partnership with the Ecole Nationale d’Administration (ENA) in Paris.

The 2012 U.S. Elections in a Transatlantic Perspective: Domestic and Foreign Policy DebatesFebruary 15, 2012 / Paris

On 15 February, the GMF Paris Office organized a conference-debate in partnership with the France-Amériques Association, on the upcoming American presidential elections as seen in a transatlantic perspective.

A New Era for Transatlantic Trade LeadershipFebruary 14, 2012 / Paris

On February 14, 2012, the Paris office organized, in collaboration with Sciences-Po Paris, a launch of the report by the Transatlantic Task Force on Trade and Investment.

Iran and the West: How Does it End? A Lunch Conversation with Ambassador Dennis RossFebruary 02, 2012 / Brussels

On February 2, 2012, the GMF Brussels office hosted Ambassador Dennis Ross to discuss the latest developments between Iran and the West.

Transatlantic Trends: Immigration Launch in ParisJanuary 18, 2012 / Paris

On January 18^th, 2012, the Paris office partnered with the Association France-Amériques to organize an expert roundtable to discuss the results of the Transatlantic Trends: Immigration report. 

Event Highlights U.S., German Successes and Challenges for Muslim Immigrant IntegrationDecember 12, 2011 / Washington, DC

On December 1, GMF hosted "The Experience of Muslims in Europe and the U.S.: How have Germany and the U.S. Fared in Integrating Minority Religious Groups?," a discussion on Muslim integration within Germany and the United States.

Defense Spending in the Era of Economic CrisisNovember 30, 2011 / Warsaw

On November 30, the German Marshall Fund (GMF) Warsaw office and George C. Marshall Center organized a joint conference on ‘Defense Spending in the Era of Economic Crisis’. Guest speakers included Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs Radoslaw Sikorski and U.S. Ambassador to Poland Lee Feinstein. Special guests included GMF President Craig Kennedy and Lt. Gen. Keith Dayton, Director of the George C. Marshall Center, who made welcoming remarks

GMF President Craig Kennedy discusses U.S. Elections in WarsawNovember 28, 2011 / Warsaw

On November 28, the GMF Warsaw office hosted President Craig Kennedy who spoke on U.S. policy debates in the lead up to the 2012 presidential election.

India Forum IVNovember 11, 2011 / Stockholm, SwedenOn Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12, the German Marshall Fund hosted the fourth India Forum in Stockholm in collaboration with Sweden's Ministry for Foreign Affairs.Climate Network Report Offers Transatlantic Solutions for a Low-Carbon FutureNovember 07, 2011 / BrusselsSerbs Partner with U.S. Organizations to Promote Gender EqualityOctober 27, 2011 / Washingtion, DCRealizing Green Growth and Sustainable Economic DevelopmentOctober 25, 2011 / Washington, DCFlats Forward Summit Looks to Redevelop Waterfront in ClevelandOctober 18, 2011 / Cleveland, OHU.S. Mayors: Lessons from Europe Can Drive Green Growth in U.S. CitiesOctober 04, 2011 / Washington, DCSenator Dick Durbin outlines plan for economic recovery at Marshall ForumSeptember 16, 2011 / Chicago, IllinoisIMF Assistant Director presents findings on Germany’s economic standing in the EUAugust 11, 2011 / Washington, DCDeputy Finance Minister provides German perspective on solutions to the Eurozone crisisAugust 01, 2011 / Washington, DC

On July 26, GMF hosted Steffen Kampeter, Parliamentary State Secretary/Deputy Finance Minister in the German Ministry of Finance, for a lunch event titled Germany and the Eurozone Crisis: The View from Berlin, the most recent discussion in GMF’s Strengthening the Transatlantic Economy event series.

Summer 2011 European Marshall Memorial Fellows complete trip across the United StatesAugust 01, 2011 / 

From June 20 – July 13, 18 emerging European leaders traveled throughout the United States for 24 days with the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program (MMF).

Estonian Prime Minister calls for energy security cooperation across Northern EuropeJuly 21, 2011 / Washington, DC

On July 21, the German Marshall Fund hosted Estonian Prime Minister Andrus Ansip in Washington, DC, for a roundtable discussion on energy security. Ansip placed Estonia's experience with energy production into a larger Baltic/Nordic context, including with new and unconventional sources of energy.

The U.S.-EU High-Level Development Dialogue: Building on the Legacy of the Marshall PlanJune 27, 2011 / Washington, DCOn June 27, 2011, in Washington, DC, former longtime USAID Foreign Service Officer Bill Anderson spoke on Congress' role on the transatlantic cooperation in the field of development and Congress' role in increasing that cooperation at a time of contrained foreign aid budgets.Marshall Forum on Transatlantic AffairsJune 27, 2011 / Torino, ItalyFrom June 23-26, GMF hosted the Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs in Turin, Italy, with the support of our long-standing partner, the Compagnia di San Paolo. The theme of the conference, regional action in times of global challenges, was woven throughout the panel sessions and keynote speeches.EU and U.S. Carbon roadmaps to a low-carbon futureJune 15, 2011 / On 15 June, the German Marshall Fund (GMF) and the US Mission to the European Union hosted a discussion in Brussels on policy roadmaps for a low-carbon economy in Europe and the United States.Grounding Green Power: Launch EventMay 25, 2011 / Washington, DCOn May 24^th, GMF and the Heinrich Boell Foundation (HBF) hosted a roundtable discussion in Washington, DC around the launch of a new working paper on renewable energy in developing countries. Spring 2011 European Marshall Memorial Fellows complete trip across the United StatesMay 10, 2011 / United States

From February 28 – March 23, 16 emerging European leaders traveled throughout the United States for 24 days with the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program (MMF). Participants came from 13 countries, from Belgium to Bulgaria, and included the head of cabinet to the vice president of the European Parliament; a first secretary with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs; a Dutch doctor and publisher of a bestselling book; and the deputy chief executive officer of the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development.

The Euro crisis, a perspective from the United StatesMarch 30, 2011 / Paris, France

On Wednesday March 30, the GMF Paris office hosted Senior Transatlantic Fellow Bruce Stokes for a conference on the “Euro crisis, a perspective from the United States,” in collaboration with the Groupe d’Economie Mondiale (GEM-Sciences Po), headed by moderator Patrick Messerlin. The audience gathered around 25 experts from French and European institutions, think tanks, and research centers.

Spring 2011 American Marshall Memorial Fellowship program concludesMarch 20, 2011 / Bucharest, Romania

From February 24 – March 20, 16 emerging American leaders traveled throughout Europe for 24 days with the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program (MMF). Participants came from 11 states, from Alaska to North Carolina, and included a captain in the U.S. Air Force; a principal transportation engineer for the city of Santa Monica; and the port commissioner of Seattle.

Panel debates findings of first Transatlantic Trends: Leaders surveyMarch 15, 2011 / Brussels

On March 15, the German Marshall Fund (GMF) Brussels office launched the first edition of the Transatlantic Trends: Leaders survey, which was conducted in cooperation with the Compagnia di San Paolo. Brussels office Deputy Director Corinna Hörst moderated the event, while Prof. Pierangelo Isernia of the University of Siena and a member of the Transatlantic Trends advisory board presented the findings. Panelists Dr. Christian Leffler of the European External Action Service, and Member of the European Parliament Ana Gomes from the Progressive Alliance of Socialists & Democrats shared their own thoughts on the findings to a full house.

Panel examines Spanish immigration policy and U.S. immigration reformMarch 11, 2011 / Washington, DCOn March 3, the GMF’s Immigration program held the fourth event in the Taking the Immigration Debate Across Borders: GMF’s Embassy Event Series on Spain’s immigration policy and efforts the country has taken in cooperating with sending countries when forming policies to manage immigration flows.Experts discuss challenges, opportunities for transatlantic support of African regional integrationMarch 10, 2011 / Washington, DC

On March 9, GMF hosted a public lunch event titled “Preferential Trade Agreements, Regional Integration and Development: What Works for the Poor, What Doesn't, and What Should Transatlantic Partners Do?,” examining regional integration processes in southern Africa and the ways in which Europe and other partners such as the United States can most productively engage in those processes.

Turkish Deputy Undersecretary: North African revolutions bring U.S.,Turkey closer togetherMarch 02, 2011 / Washington, DC

On March 2, The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted Ambassador Selim Yenel, deputy undersecretary at the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Ambassador Yenel discussed the latest trends in Turkey-U.S. relations, with a focus on potential areas for closer cooperation.

GMF Fellow awarded Medal of Honor at book launchFebruary 15, 2011 / Washington, DCOn February 10, the Embassy of Slovakia and the Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the United States Peter Burian hosted the launch of the book Friend-Partner-Ally  by GMF Senior Transatlantic Fellow Pavol Demes, which tells the story of the relationship between Slovakia and the United States from the Velvet Revolution to today.Marshall Memorial Fellows meet with German Consul General in Los AngelesFebruary 15, 2011 / Los Angeles, CAOn Tuesday, February 15, the 2010 class of American Marshall Memorial Fellows (MMF) in southern California, in conjunction with the Southern California Leadership Network, hosted a welcome reception for the 2011 class of Marshall Memorial Fellows.TTI launch in DC presents new views on immigration issuesFebruary 14, 2011 / Washington, DCOn February 3, the Immigration and Integration Program at GMF held a rollout event of the 2010 Transatlantic Trends: Immigration survey at the National Press Club. Transatlantic Trends: Immigration, now in its third year, is a public opinion survey that is designed to capture public attitudes about immigration and integration in a transatlantic, comparative context.U.S. — EU economic relations in a multi-polar worldFebruary 01, 2011 / Washington, DCOn Thursday, January 20 the GMF's Economic Policy Program, the Transatlantic Academy, and Bruegel, the leading Brussels-based economic think tank, hosted a day-long conference featuring three panel discussion and a luncheon keynote speech by Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Treasury Charles Collyns and comments by Antonio de Lecea, Acting Deputy Head of the EU Delegation to the United States.Former Belarusian political prisoner calls for action from U.S., EU leadersJanuary 06, 2011 / Washington, DC

On January 6, GMF hosted the first event in Washington, DC to discuss the December 19 presidential election in Belarus and subsequent riots and government crackdown.  Natalya Kalyada and Irina Krasovskaya gave first-person testimonies of what it was like in Minsk that day and outlined the most effective response strategies for the United States and Europe.

New study forces governments to examine “politically inconvenient questions” on energy policyDecember 17, 2010 / Washington, DCOn December 15, the German Marshall Fund of the United States and the World Resources Institute, in cooperation with the Royal Danish Embassy to the United States, hosted a roundtable discussion at GMF on how U.S. and Danish governments are preparing for a low-carbon future.
2011 Cleveland Marshall Memorial Fellows honoredDecember 09, 2010 / Cleveland, OHRepresentatives of the Cleveland Foundation and the German Marshall Fund, along with alumni of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program, gathered on December 9 in Cleveland to honor the new class of Marshall Memorial Fellows representing the city.Polish President Komorowski: Russia is worth engagementDecember 08, 2010 / Washington, DC

“You cannot ‘reset’ with 1,000 years of history,” Komorwoski said. “But we can ‘invest’ in new relations with Russia. Reset can happen at the end of the process, not the beginning."  His first public appearance in the United States as Polish president came at a German Marshall Fund-organized event at the historic Willard Hotel.  Komorowski arrived from a meeting at the White House with U.S. President Barack Obama.

Marshall Memorial Fellows gather in TennesseeNovember 20, 2010 / Chattanooga, TNThe Marshall Memorial Fellowship network in Chattanooga, Tennessee gathered on November 20 at the home of Eleanor Cooper, MMF city coordinator, to celebrate a successful year of MMF programming in the city.Immigration Reform in the UK: New Policies and Areas for International CooperationNovember 18, 2010 / Washington, DCOn Wednesday, November 17 GMF’s Immigration and Integration program in cooperation with the British Embassy in Washington, DC held the third event in the Taking the Immigration Debate Across Borders: GMF Embassy Event Series in the Cannon House Office Building on Capitol Hill.Legatum Institute launches Prosperity Index 2010November 10, 2010 / Washington, DCIn a world beset by dramatic change, where many different factors impact well-being in multiple and complex ways, it is useful to assess the prosperity of nations through more than simple income-based measurements like GDP. The Legatum Prosperity Index 2010 offers a multi-faceted analysis of prosperity, examining 110 countries using 89 different variables. On November 10, 2010, GMF hosted a public event for the release of the 2010 Legatum Prosperity Index and the data concerning transatlantic relations.Climate experts analyze implications of midterm elections on energy legislationNovember 09, 2010 / Washington, DC

On November 9, GMF’s Climate & Energy Program hosted a lunch event titled, "How do the U.S. mid-term elections affect the transatlantic climate and energy debate?" The off-the-record discussion provided expert analysis of the implications of the recent elections for the climate and energy debate, including how investors are likely to react, what a new Republican agenda on these issues might look like, and how energy legislation is likely to fare during the 112^th Congress.

European Marshall Memorial Fellowship concludes in New YorkNovember 04, 2010 / United StatesFrom October 4 – October 27, 15 emerging European leaders traveled extensively throughout the United States for 24 days with the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program (MMF). Participants came from 12 countries, from Slovakia to Spain.German diplomats speak with Marshall Memorial Fellowship alumniNovember 03, 2010 / Los Angeles, CAOn November 3, 2010, twelve American Marshall Memorial Fellows in Southern California met with Mr. Christoph Eichhorn, Head of the Political Department at the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Washington, DC and with Mr. Wolfgang Drautz, Consul General of the German Consulate General in Los Angeles.1989: The Struggle to Create Post-Cold War EuropeOctober 13, 2010 / Washington D.COn October 13, to continue marking the 20th anniversary of German unification, GMF hosted a discussion of the prize-winning new book 1989: The Struggle to Create Post Cold-War Europe, with author Mary Elise Sarotte of the University of Southern California.NATO Secretary General Rasmussen outlines NATO strategic concept draft at GMFOctober 08, 2010 / BrusselsOn October 8 at the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) in Brussels, Belgium, NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen outlined his vision for NATO’s new strategic concept.Roundtable Discussion: “The Eurozone Crisis and Implications for the Transatlantic Economic Relationship”October 07, 2010 / Washington DCOn October 7, Jean Pisani-Ferry, the director of the Brussels based think tank Bruegel, presented his views on the internal dynamics of the European sovereign debt crises and his ideas for the way forward.German Unification Twenty Years On: A Conversation with Robert ZoellickOctober 01, 2010 / Washington DCOn October 1, in partnership with the Congressional Study Group on Germany and the American Institute for Contemporary German Studies, GMF hosted a discussion with World Bank President Robert Zoellick to reflect on the 20^th anniversary of German reunificationNew study discusses link between migration and climate changeSeptember 29, 2010 / Washington, DC

On September 29, GMF’s Immigration and Integration program released the findings for its Transatlantic Study Team on Climate-Induced Migration. Study Team co-chairs Susan Martin and Koko Warner led the presentation of their findings which focused on four principle issues: the impact of climate change on migration patterns and trends; adaption strategies; emergency displacement; and migration policies and frameworks.

Building a transatlantic data partnership – How to protect fundamental privacy rights in times of new threatsSeptember 28, 2010 / Brussels, Belgium

BRUSSELS –  on September 23, GMF hosted in partnership with the United States Mission to the European Union a discussion on how to build a transatlantic partnership on data transfer and privacy protection. 

WTO appellate body members discuss the future of the organizationSeptember 23, 2010 / Washington, DCOn September 23, American University’s College of Law and The German Marshall Fund hosted a panel discussion on the future of the World Trade Organization (WTO).The panelists pointed out the fact that it has become increasingly difficult to forge consensus at the WTO among an expanding membership. It was noted that a major cause is the shift of global economic power to emerging economies in Asia and Latin America.Ashton comments on Transatlantic Trends ResultsSeptember 15, 2010 / BrusselsOn September 15 2010, GMF Brussels hosted the official launch of Transatlantic Trends 2010, the findings of which centered on Obama’s popularity, transatlantic views on security, Asia and Turkey and the dissatisfaction of the euro throughout the EU. High Representative Vice President Catherine Ashton commented on the results.
Phil Gordon examines 2010 Transatlantic Trends dataSeptember 15, 2010 / Washington, DCOn September 15, the German Marshall Fund launched the Transatlantic Trends survey 2010. Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, Phil Gordon, responded to the data and covered each of the main topics from the presentation. 

GMF Study Tour on European Clean Energy Policies and PracticesSeptember 11, 2010 / Germany and SpainGMF organized a study tour for U.S. policy makers on “Europe’s Renewable Energy Experience”, September 4-11. The delegation gained a first-hand insight into a range of European policies and business strategies that have helped Europe maintain a competitive edge in clean-energy technologies. U.S. and German lawmakers discuss trade, security, and foreign relations at Congress-Bundestag ForumAugust 19, 2010 / Washington, DC and Dayton, OHThe seventh annual Congress-Bundestag Forum took place July 16 – 20 in Dayton, Ohio, and Washington, D.C., under the leadership of long-time participant Congressman Mike Turner (R-OH).MMF alumni in Los Angeles meet with French Consul GeneralJuly 21, 2010 / Los Angeles, CA

On Wednesday, July 21, the Southern California Leadership Network (SCLN) hosted the Honorable David Martinon, Consul General of France in Los Angeles, for a conversation with local Marshall Memorial Fellowship alumni. The discussion focused on France’s economic, cultural, and geopolitical interests in southern California as well as U.S.-French relations.

GMF launches new roadmap for a U.S. global development strategyJuly 21, 2010 / Washington, DCOn July 21, GMF’s Aid Effectiveness Project hosted a roundtable luncheon with key stakeholders from the foreign policy and development community to release a new Economic Policy Program paper entitled The Roadmap for a Grand Bargain: Comments on a U.S. Global Development Strategy. The Path to Prosperity: Africa’s Regional Economic Communities and Transatlantic CooperationJuly 20, 2010 / Washington, DC

On Tuesday, July 20, the German Marshall Fund of the United States and Manchester Trade Ltd co-hosted a half-day experts’ roundtable discussion on African regional integration through the continent’s regional economic communities (RECs) and ways in which transatlantic partners can support African economic integration. The roundtable discussion was attended by members of the U.S. government, representatives of the European Union and its member states, African embassy representatives and both private sector and civil society experts on RECs and regional economic integration in Africa. The event also featured three special guests from REC secretariats in Africa.

Promoting energy security and clean energy innovation without impeding economic growthJuly 20, 2010 / Washington, DCMIT professor presents Product Space model to improve trade and development policiesJuly 13, 2010 / Washington, DCAt a July 13 lunch event hosted by GMF, Professor Cesar Hidalgo presented the concepts behind his innovative Product Space model, which sheds new light on the economic basis of production and export diversification.The Fight Ahead: Predictions and Implications for the 2010 Congressional Mid-Term ElectionsJuly 12, 2010 / Washington, DCPolitical analyst Charlie Cook discussed the current political environment and the outlook for the 2010 U.S. midterm elections in a discussion entitled “The Fight Ahead: Predictions and Implications for the 2010 Congressional Mid-Term Elections."American Marshall Memorial Fellows meet with European government officials and policymakersJuly 08, 2010 / During the month of June, 19 American leaders, representing 12 states from Oregon to North Carolina, traveled throughout Europe for 24 days as part of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program (MMF).2010 Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration ConcludesJuly 07, 2010 / Izmir, TurkeyThe 2010 Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI), organized by GMF and Robert Bosch Stiftung, was held from July 7-11 in Izmir, Turkey.GMF and Canadian Embassy host first part of the Taking the Immigration Debate Across Borders: GMF Embassy Event SeriesJune 24, 2010 / Washington, DC

On Thursday June 24, GMF’s Immigration and Integration program and the Embassy of Canada hosted a lunch event at the Canadian Embassy entitled: “A Neighborly Comparison - Upcoming Immigration Challenges for the U.S. and Canada.” The event, the first of GMF’s Taking the Immigration Debate Across Borders: GMF Embassy Event Series, focused on the  broad policy challenges immigration poses for both countries

U.S.-Russia Relations under the Obama AdministrationJune 16, 2010 / Washington, DCOn June 16th, GMF hosted a panel discussion entitled U.S.-Russia Relations under the Obama Administration featuring Philip Gordon, Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, and David J. Kramer, senior transatlantic fellow at GMF.European Marshall Memorial Fellows meet American government officials and policymakersJune 14, 2010 / From June 14 – July 7, 18 emerging European leaders traveled extensively throughout the United States for 24 days with the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program (MMF). Coping with Climate Change in the United States, the Netherlands, and Developing CountriesMay 26, 2010 / Washington, DCOn May 26, GMF's Climate & Energy Program hosted a lunch event on Capitol Hill entitled Rising tides in a warming world: Coping with climate change in the United States, the Netherlands, and developing countries. The purpose of the event was to facilitate discussion among thought leaders in U.S. and European climate and development communities on climate adaptation and water policies. Panelists included Annemieke Nijhof, Director General of Water Management at the Dutch Ministry of Transport, Public Works, and Water Management; Stephen Seidel, Vice President for Policy Analysis and General Counsel at the Pew Center on Global Climate Change; and David Waskow, Climate Change Program Director at Oxfam America.GMF Launches G20 in the Global Economy event seriesMay 26, 2010 / Washington, DC.On May 25, GMF hosted an off-the record luncheon with senior economic officials and financial policy experts to discuss the advancing financial regulatory reforms in the United States and Europe.Strengthening Partnerships: Lessons from Haiti and the Way ForwardApril 24, 2010 / Washington, DCOn Thursday, April 24th, GMF hosted a panel discussion on Haiti, "Strengthening Partnerships: Lessons from Haiti and the Way Forward". Ambassador Raymond Joseph, the Haitian Ambassador to the U.S., and Haiti's Minister of Tourism, Patrick Delatour also participated in the dialogue.Purvis urges policymakers to develop a new theory of change post-CopenhagenApril 06, 2010 / Washington, DCOn April 6, GMF launched its latest publication in the 2010 Brussels Forum paper series, "Rethinking Climate Diplomacy: New Ideas for Transatlantic Cooperation post-Copenhagen" by GMF Senior Fellow Nigel Purvis and Andrew Stevenson.Brussels Forum wraps upMarch 23, 2010 / Brussels, BelgiumThe fifth annual Brussels Forum was held in Brussels, Belgium, March 26-28. Video of the Forum's sessions, as well as interviews, transcripts, and photos are on the Brussels Forum website.Experts call for new transatlantic trade and development agenda in the post-economic crisis environmentMarch 08, 2010 / Washington, DCOn March 8, GMF hosted Fiona Shera, Edward Barker, Mary Ott, and Katrin Kuhlmann to discuss transatlantic cooperation on trade and development in the post-economic crisis environment. The speakers concentrated on market access opportunities for developing countries suffering economic recession, and discussed transatlantic cooperation on trade and capacity building policies.NATO and Afghanistan: the Ambassadors’ PerspectiveFebruary 24, 2010 / Washington, DC

On February 24, GMF hosted a round table discussion featuring Ambassador Ivo Daalder, permanent U.S. representative for NATO, Ambassador Kim Traavik, permanent Norwegian representative for NATO, and Ambassador Stefano Stefanini, permanent Italian representative for NATO. The roundtable focused on the future of Afghanistan, NATO’s mission there, and the implications of that mission for NATO.

India ForumFebruary 20, 2010 / London, United KingdomOn February 20 and 21, GMF held the inaugural India Forum in London. As well as broader discussions on relations between Europe, the United States and India, sessions included conversations on reforming international architecture, the rise of Asia, the unfolding situations in Afghanistan and Pakistan, the future of the Indian economy, maritime security and counter-terrorism.U.S. Undersecretary Hormats speaks at conference on the transatlantic economic partnershipJanuary 25, 2010 / Washington, DCOn January 25, GMF hosted an event on Capitol Hill titled, "The New European Commission - A Renewal of the Transatlantic Economic Partnership?" This half-day conference, which featured panelists from international institutions, multinational corporations, think tanks, and the media, focused on the future of the transatlantic economic relationship in light of the global financial crisis; changes to the European Union's architecture; and recent shifts in global governance from the G8 to the G20. Robert Hormats, Undersecretary of State for Economic, Energy, and Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State , delivered a keynote address on the state of the transatlantic economic partnership and the future of the Transatlantic Economic Council (TEC).

To listen to the complete remarks of Undersecretary Hormats, please click here.

Zu Guttenberg, Holbrooke discuss Afghanistan in town hall eventJanuary 22, 2010 / Washington, DC

GMF sponsored an America Abroad Media town hall event, with German Defense Minister Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg and U.S. Special Envoy to Afghanistan and Pakistan Ambassador Richard Holbrooke discussing the critical issues affecting Afghanistan, NATO, and the transatlantic alliance. To watch highlights and discussion from the event, please click here.

Cook, Liberatore talk on U.S. Mid Term Elections and Obama’s AgendaJanuary 20, 2010 / Berlin, BrusselsOn January 19-20, GMF's Berlin and Brussels offices hosted Robert G. Liberatore, GMF senior transatlantic fellow and Charles E. Cook, Jr., editor and publisher of "The Cook Political Report", for a discussion on "The 2010 Congressional Mid-Term Elections: What is Going to Happen and What Impact Will it Have on Obama's Agenda".Transatlantic Trends: Immigration Reception for GMF and British Council AlumniJanuary 13, 2010 / Washington, DCOn January 13, GMF and the British Council co-hosted an event titled "The Effect of Immigration on Society." The evening opened with a presentation highlighting findings of the recent Transatlantic Trends: Immigration public opinion survey. This overview was followed by thoughtful reactions from respondents Juan Carlos Lara-Armienta, Peter MacLeod, and Rabah Ghezali.European Commission Trade and Development director discusses trade policy and preference programsJanuary 06, 2010 / Washington, DCOn December 16, GMF hosted Peter Thompson, the director of Trade and Development for the Directorate General - Trade in the European Commission, for an event entitled "Trade as a Development Tool: A View from the EU." Thompson was joined by respondent Kimberly Elliott of the Center for Global Development, and the event was moderated by GMF Transatlantic Fellow Katrin Kuhlmann.GMF hosts high-level discussions with climate leaders at COP15January 04, 2010 / CopenhagenA GMF delegation traveled to the two-week Copenhagen climate negotiations to host five high-level events. The goal of these events was to bring together key U.S. and EU stakeholders in the climate debate to network, share intelligence on the progress of the negotiations, and discuss transatlantic cooperation in securing a positive outcome at COP15. The discussions also focused on the likely implications of Copenhagen on domestic climate policy in the United States and Europe.Designing a transparent and credible global carbon market at COP15December 16, 2009 / CopenhagenOn December 16, GMF hosted an official UNFCCC side-event on how the United States can design a transparent and credible carbon market with the possibility of linking to a future global carbon market system. The event featured Jos Delbeke, Deputy Director-General for Environment, European Commission; Nigel Purvis, Senior GMF Fellow and President of Climate Advisers; Patrick Woodcock, Legislative Assistant for Senator Olympia Snowe; and Martin Gitlin, Managing Director, Noble Carbon.U.S. Center reception for U.S. and European policymakers at COP15December 16, 2009 / CopenhagenOn December 16, GMF hosted a reception at the U.S. Center featuring David Sandalow, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, and Jos Delbeke, Deputy Director General of DG Environment at the European Commission. German Marshall Fund Senior Director of Policy Programs, Thomas Kleine-Brockhoff welcomed guests and offered opening remarks.Albright speaks on NATO Strategic ConceptDecember 16, 2009 / Brussels, BelgiumOn Wednesday, December 16, the Brussels Office of the German Marshall Fund, in partnership with NATO's public diplomacy division, hosted former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright for a speech and discussion on the future of the transatlantic relationship and NATO's Strategic Concept.Climate and energy funders briefing at COP15December 15, 2009 / CopenhagenOn December 15, Senior GMF Fellow Nigel Purvis and Director of International Climate Policy at the World Resources Institute Rob Bradley briefed a delegation of 50 climate and energy funders on the status of the climate negotiations in Copenhagen.No green growth without innovationDecember 15, 2009 / CopenhagenOn December 15, GMF in co-operation with Bruegel organized a side-event to the COP 15 entitled No green growth without innovation. The panel consisted of Reinhilde Veugelers and Phillipe Aghion from Bruegel, Per Callesen, Deputy Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Finance, Denmark, and Nigel Purvis, Senior Transatlantic Fellow at GMF.
The U.S. climate and energy debate, Copenhagen, and beyond at COP15December 14, 2009 / CopenhagenOn December 14, GMF in partnership with the Nicholas Institute at Duke University and Evolution Markets hosted a dinner event in Copenhagen. The event connected key stakeholders in the climate debate from the United States, Europe, and emerging economies to discuss the status and implications of the Copenhagen negotiations.GMF releases book on the future of EU-ACP Economic Partnership AgreementsNovember 19, 2009 / Brussels, BelgiumTim Searchinger discusses error in carbon emissions calculations from biofuelsOctober 28, 2009 / Washington, DCOn Wednesday, October 28th, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted a briefing on Capitol Hill, with Transatlantic Fellow Tim Searchinger and Jae Edmonds from the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) to present the findings of a new Science article "Fixing a Critical Climate Accounting Error."The article uncovered a potentially damaging flaw in the way carbon emissions from bioenergy are calculated under the Kyoto Protocol and in the carbon cap-and-trade bill currently debated in Congress.Post-Crisis Global Challenges Event Series: Between Collapse and Recovery – Challenges to the Global Financial SystemOctober 21, 2009 / Brussels, BelgiumOn October 21, GMF launched a Post-Crisis Global Challenges Event Series in Brussels. The launch of the series “Between Collapse and Recovery -- Challenges to the Global Financial System” marks the first of a series of four events dedicated to the promotion of a broader understanding of key global challenges arising from the global financial crisis, organized with the generous support of the U.S. Mission to the EU.Kolbe and McKechnie: How can we work more effectively with fragile states?October 19, 2009 / Istanbul, TurkeyHow has the economic crisis impacted fragile states and what are the implications for development? How can donors respond to these states and their societies given the severely low levels of governance? Are there local capacities or “islands of excellence” even in the most underdeveloped states? How can we better leverage the private sector to support governance, growth, and stability? During the 2009 IMF and the World Bank Meetings in Istanbul, these challenges were discussed by Senior Transatlantic Fellow Jim Kolbe and Alastair McKechnie, Director of the World Bank's Fragile and Conflict-Affected Countries Group and former country director in Afghanistan.Michael Froman discusses the state of the transatlantic relationship and role of the TECOctober 16, 2009 / Washington, DCOn October 16, the German Marshall Fund was pleased to host a conversation with Michael Froman, Deputy National Security Advisor for International Economic Affairs and Deputy Assistant to the President, focusing on the state of the transatlantic relationship, as well as the upcoming Transatlantic Economic Council (TEC) meeting, which is scheduled to take place on October 27.Watch livestreaming of GMF event on role of trade in global development today at 2:30pm ESTOctober 14, 2009 / Washington, DCGMF will host the event "The Role of Trade in Promoting U.S. Global Development Goals," with Ambassador Demetrios J. Marantis, Deputy U.S. Trade Representative on Wednesday, October 14. Please click here to watch the event live from 2:30-3:30pm EST.GMF workshop on post-industrial development highlights Great Lakes region’s future economic potentialOctober 02, 2009 / Cleveland, Ohio & Detroit, MichiganGMF, with the support of the Ford Foundation and in close cooperation with local leaders, hosted workshops in Cleveland, Ohio on September 14 and 15, and in Detroit, Michigan on September 18, to examine the concept of regionalism, how regional identities are fostered, and how regional strategies can help promote economic development. The workshops drew on the experiences of older industrial European cities as well as the perspectives of local and regional leaders to explore in depth a number of topics relating to these themes.

Audio and video from the workshops can be found here.GMF workshops on active transportation highlight European lessons for US regionsSeptember 27, 2009 / Oakland, California & Portland, OregonGMF organized a series of workshops from September 27 to October 3, focused on advancing “active” (non-motorized) transportation policy and investment in the Oakland, California and Portland, Oregon metropolitan areas.  The workshops brought five European transportation experts to the U.S. to share their experiences promoting cycling, pedestrian, and other non-motorized transportation policies and infrastructure investments with local practitioners, advocates, policymakers and interested citizens. GMF discussion on the Hill delves into both sides of the biofuels debateSeptember 25, 2009 / Washington, DCOn Friday, September 25, GMF hosted a debate on biofuels and indirect land use change (ILUC) between Tim Searchinger, transatlantic fellow at the German Marshall Fund and Bruce Dale, professor at Michigan State University. The debate was moderated by Juliet Eilperin of the Washington Post.Watch biofuels debate live from Capitol Hill, Friday, September 25 at 9am ESTSeptember 24, 2009 / Washington, DCTim Searchinger, transatlantic fellow at the German Marshall Fund and research scholar at Princeton University will debate against Bruce Dale, professor at Michigan State University about the most pressing issues concerning biofuels. The event will be moderated by Juliet Eilperin of the Washington Post.G20 Backslide? GTA second report reveals more than 100 blatantly discriminatory measuresSeptember 23, 2009 / Washington, DCIn the run up to the G20 Summit in Pittsburgh, the Global Trade Alert (GTA) released its second report on global protectionism. According to the report G20 members have passed more than 100 'blatantly discriminatory measures.' In a podcast, GMF Fellow Jennifer Hillman interviews Simon Evenett of the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) on the latest GTA findings in advance of the summit.Duke Energy CEO Jim Rogers says business must play an essential role in combating climate changeSeptember 17, 2009 / Washington, DCOn Thursday, September 17, GMF's Climate and Energy program partnered with Combat Climate Change (3C), a business leaders' initiative to promote a new international climate treaty, to host a high-level event on Capitol Hill entitled Finding Global Solutions to Climate Change: A Business Perspective. The event brought together business leaders, climate experts, and policymakers from the United States, EU, China, and India to discuss what action is needed from U.S. policymakers and from global businesses to facilitate a new global treaty on climate change, how businesses have fared under current EU climate legislation, and how they can collaborate on technology and trade.U.S. Deputy Secretary of State discusses the future of the transatlantic relationship at TT launch eventSeptember 11, 2009 / Washington, DCOn September 9, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted the public launch of Transatlantic Trends Survey 2009. Entitled The ‘Obama Bounce’ in Europe: Its Reach, Its Limits, the event focused upon Obama’s popularity in Europe, key transatlantic foreign policy challenges, an emerging divide in Europe, perceptions and effects of the economic crisis, differences in attitudes about climate change, the role of the European Union in world leadership, and Turkey’s position in the transatlantic relationship. The event featured remarks by James B. Steinberg, Deputy Secretary of State, U.S. Department of State.Gordon, Richier speak on Transatlantic Affairs in ParisSeptember 11, 2009 / Paris, FranceOn September 11, The German Marshall Fund of the United States hosted a discussion on transatlantic relations and relations between the U.S. and France at Sciences Po in Paris. The backdrop for the event was the recently released Transatlantic Trends, GMF's annual survey on foreign policy issues on both sides of the Atlantic which was presented by Francois Lafond, Director of the GMF Paris office. Philip Gordon, Assistant Secretary of State for Europe and Eurasian affairs of the U.S. State Department; David Ignatius, author and columnist for the Washington Post; François Richier, Advisor to the President of the French Republic on International security and military-political issues; and Nicole Bacharan, Political scientist and Senior Researcher at Sciences Po commented on the findings and offered their views of transatlantic relations under the new Obama administration.Copenhagen Climate Negotiations: Can Development Help Build a Consensus?September 08, 2009 / Washington, DCOn September 8, the Climate and Economic Policy teams in partnership with the Embassy of Sweden hosted an event entitled "Copenhagen Climate Negotiations: Can Development Build a Consensus?" The objective of the event was to bring the climate and development policy communities together to discuss how to better link development and climate agendas and use these connections to reach a global climate deal. Swedish Ambassador Jonas Hafström provided welcoming remarks.Capitol Hill workshop tackles cap-and-tradeJuly 17, 2009 / Washington, DCOn July 17, GMF hosted an all-morning workshop on Capitol Hill entitled “Cap-and-Trade,Competitiveness, and International Trade: The Implications of the Latest Data and Legislative Developments.” The workshop focused on the costs and benefits of a range of policy options that could be included in a U.S. emissions trading system to address concerns about potential negative impacts on the competitiveness of energy-intensive, trade-exposed U.S. industries.2nd annual Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration held in TexasJuly 15, 2009 / Austin & San Antonio, TexasFrom July 15-19, GMF and the Robert Bosch Stiftung hosted the second annual Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI) in Austin and San Antonio, Texas. The forum offered organizers the opportunity to welcome 58 emerging leaders working on immigration issues from the United States, Europe, and sending countries, including Japan, Russia, and El Salvador.Climate experts disagree on possible outcomes of COP15July 07, 2009 / Berlin, GermanyOn July 7, GMF in cooperation with Ecologic Institute hosted a dinner in Berlin on "Current Trends in the American Climate Debate and Prospects for a Global Deal in Copenhagen." The discussion featured Elliot Diringer, vice president for International Strategies at the Pew Center on Global Climate Change, and Nicole Wilke, head of Division for International Climate Policy at the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, and Nuclear Safety.German, American lawmakers tackle transatlantic themesJuly 06, 2009 / Berlin, ElmauFor five days, German and American lawmakers gathered in Berlin and Castle Elmau, Germany, to participate in the Congress-Bundestag Forum, where they renewed and deepened contacts with each other and discussed common transatlantic issues.GMF Fellows give insight into landmark House climate billJuly 01, 2009 / Washington, DCOn July 1, the Climate & Energy Program hosted a roundtable discussion on the House climate bill passed on June 26, 2009. The discussion featured Camilla Bausch, a GMF-funded fellow with the American Political Science Association and has been working for the House Select Committee on Energy Independence & Global Warming since January of this year and Nigel Purvis, president of Climate Advisors and a senior GMF fellow, who also served as a senior U.S. climate negotiator under the Clinton and Bush administrations.Cost containment: Options for managing the costs of cap-and-tradeJune 29, 2009 / Washington, DCOn June 29, the German Marshall Fund hosted an all-morning workshop on Capitol Hill for congressional staff titled "Cost Containment: Options for Managing the Costs of Cap-and-Trade." The event was an opportunity to focus on one of the most contentious issues of the U.S. cap-and-trade debate: how to prevent carbon allowance prices that are too high, too low, or too volatile.Protectionism-monitoring Global Trade Alert launches in WashingtonJune 22, 2009 / Washington, DCA GMF policy lunch event on June 22 was moderated by Bruce Stokes, a well-known international economics columnist at the National Journal and a Transatlantic Fellow with GMF, and brought together distinguished trade specialists located in Washington DC. During the event Simon Evenett described Global Trade Alert by highlighting its four major characteristics.The interaction of climate policies and the multilateral trading systemJune 12, 2009 / Washington, DCOn June 12, GMF hosted a luncheon for congressional staffers on how climate policies and the multilateral trading system could interact or even come into conflict.Repairing U.S.-Russian relations: The transatlantic dimensionJune 03, 2009 / Brussels, BelgiumOn June 3, GMF hosted an event entitled "Repairing U.S.-Russian relations: The transatlantic dimension," with Eugene B. Rumer, senior fellow in the Institute for National Strategic Studies at the National Defense University, Angela E. Stent, director of the Center for Eurasian, Russian and East European Studies in the School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University, and Emma Udwin, member of the cabinet of European Commissioner Benita Ferrero-Waldner. The event was moderated by Ron Asmus, executive director of the Transatlantic Center and Strategic Planning at GMF.The Feed-In Tariff: European and U.S. Policies to Promote Renewable ElectricityMay 29, 2009 / Washington, DCOn May 29, the Climate & Energy Program in partnership with the Heinrich Böll Foundation hosted a luncheon for staffers, business representatives, and European and U.S. climate policy experts on Capitol Hill to discuss the “feed-in tariff.” The feed-in tariff is a policy to promote renewable electricity that has been credited with driving the deployment of renewable electricity in Europe and is being considered by several U.S. states and in Congress.Jim Kunder responds to Senator Kerry’s speech on “Diplomacy and Development in the 21st Century”May 21, 2009 / Washington, DCOn May 21, GMF Fellow Jim Kunder served as a respondent to U.S. Senator John Kerry's speech on “Diplomacy and Development in the 21st Century.” In the speech Senator Kerry made a strong endorsement for reinvigorating U.S. diplomatic and development tools. As a respondent in the panel that followed, Mr. Kunder offered some perspectives on the challenges involved in creating what he called a "powerful development model."Global Greenhouse Gas Abatement Cost Curve presented at GMFMay 11, 2009 / Washington, DCOn May 11, GMF hosted two events for leaders in the NGO and business communities and congressional staffers, respectively, to discuss the updated (2009) version of the global greenhouse gas (GHG) abatement cost curve conducted by McKinsey & Co. The events featured Jon Wilkins, a partner at McKinsey & Co. with Jake Werksman, director of institutions & governance at the World Resources Institute (WRI) and Dr. Joseph Romm, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress as respondents.Transatlantic Approaches to Tackling the Financial Crisis DiscussedMay 11, 2009 / Berlin, GermanyOn Monday, May 11, the German Marshall Fund (GMF) together with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation hosted a panel discussion in Berlin titled "Tackling the Financial Crisis - Approaches From Both Sides of the Atlantic," featuring GMF Transatlantic Fellow Joseph Quinlan, Member of the German Bundestag Otto Fricke (FDP), Steven Clemons of the New America Foundation and Daniela Schwarzer of Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik. The discussion was moderated by Petra Pinzler of the German weekly DIE ZEIT.The “Godfather Doctrine” explained and debated at GMFMay 08, 2009 / Washington, DCOn May 8, GMF held an event to present a book called The Godfather Doctrine, which draws clear and essential lessons from perhaps the greatest Hollywood movie ever made to illustrate America's changing geopolitical place in the world and how our country can best meet the momentous strategic challenges it faces. John Hulsman and Wess Mitchell provided explanation of the concept and book, and the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace's Robert Kagan provided a response to their comments.2009 U.S. Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs reunites fellows in the nation’s capitalApril 30, 2009 / Washington, DCFrom April 30 to May 3, GMF hosted the 2009 U.S. Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs. This was the first Marshall Forum to be held in Washington, DC, and offered GMF the opportunity to welcome nearly 90 MMFs from across the United States and Europe back to GMF's headquarters.Arctic event highlights climate change impact, resource battleApril 21, 2009 / Washington, DCOn April 21, the German Marshall Fund of the United States and Ecologic Institute co-hosted a roundtable discussion on the governance of the Arctic. The Arctic region is experiencing the most pronounced impacts of climate change and is a new geopolitical battleground. Full audio from the event is available for download.GMF event examines economic competitiveness and cap-and-trade policy on Capitol HillMarch 26, 2009 / Washington, DCOn March 26, the German Marshall Fund, in partnership with the British Embassy, hosted a public event on Capitol Hill to discuss economic competitiveness and cap-and-trade policy. The event featured a panel of six speakers and Congressman Jay Inslee (D-WA) provided closing remarks.The EU, NATO and Asia: Does Europe have a strategic approach to the region?March 24, 2009 / BrusselsGMF hosted a debate on how far Asia's relationship with Europe and the transatlantic community has come - and how far it still has to go. GMF Resident Fellow Michito Tsuruoka presented his perspective on the question, followed by a contribution from Thierry Legendre, Policy Advisor in the Private Office of the Secretary-General of NATO.How to engage Russia: A German-American conversationMarch 10, 2009 / Washington, DCOn March 10, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted a panel discussion on "How to engage Russia: A German-American conversation," featuring Gert Weisskirchen, member of the German Parliament and spokesman on foreign affairs of the Social Democratic Party-Group; and Stephen Sestanovich, George F. Kennan senior fellow for Russian and Eurasian studies at the Council on Foreign Relations.MacKay: Getting back to basics, modernization keys to NATO successMarch 06, 2009 / Washington, DCOn March 6, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted Peter G. MacKay, the Minister of National Defence of Canada, for a discussion about Canada's leading role in NATO. The Minister spoke frankly about the challenges facing the alliance, highlighting the critical mission in Afghanistan. He also outlined his position on how the alliance should move forward given the current global security structure.American Marshall Memorial Fellowship program celebrates its 10th anniversary on Capitol HillMarch 05, 2009 / Washington, DCOn March 5, the German Marshall Fund (GMF) hosted a reception on Capitol Hill celebrating the tenth anniversary of the American Marshall Memorial Fellowship (MMF) program. More than 100 MMFs, alumni, GMF staff, former GMF staff, embassy representatives and assorted friends of the German Marshall Fund and the MMF program attended. Rep. Erik Paulsen (R-MN), who participated as an AMMF, delivered a speech about his experience.NATO’s future discussed as 60th anniversary approachesMarch 03, 2009 / Brussels, BelgiumOn March 3, the German Marshall Fund of the United States and the Center for Transatlantic Relations at John Hopkins University hosted a conference launching the joint report "Alliance Reborn: An Atlantic Compact for the 21st Century" highlighting the state of NATO and the future transatlantic relationship in light of its 60th anniversary. The report stressed that NATO, the institution of "political minds" and "military means," is in need of a new strategic mandate, and the current political climate has shifted such that now is the time to make this change.The new U.S. administration and the implications for the Turkish-American relationshipFebruary 19, 2009 / Ankara, TurkeyOn February 19, GMF hosted Congressman Robert Wexler (D-FL), Senior Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Europe, and co-Chairman of the U.S.-Turkey Congressional Friendship Caucus, for a roundtable discussion at GMF's Ankara office, entitled The new U.S. administration and the implications for the Turkish-American relationship." Americans, Europeans Discuss Rail Transit at Texas WorkshopFebruary 18, 2009 / San Antonio, San Marcos, and Austin, Texas

The Central Texas Transatlantic Rail Workshop brought five European rail and public transportation experts to San Antonio, San Marcos, and Austin, Texas from February 18-20, 2009, to help local leaders and the broader public think about ways to address the challenges inherent in several passenger rail initiatives - commuter rail, light rail, bus rapid transit (BRT), and intercity rail.

Congress-Bundestag Forum 2009February 13, 2009 / GermanyFrom February 13 to 17, GMF and the Robert Bosch Foundation hosted the 6th Annual Congress-Bundestag Forum 2009 at Schloss Elmau in Bavaria and Berlin. The purpose of the forum is to bring together influential members of the U.S. Congress and the German Bundestag for discussions of policy issues affecting the United States and Europe in order to strengthen the transatlantic partnership. This year´s forum was attended by seven members of the U.S. Congress and ten members of the German Bundestag.Transatlantic Taskforce on Development presents report to House of Sweden and Capitol HillFebruary 10, 2009 / Washington, DCThe Transatlantic Taskforce on Development launched its report on February 10, entitled "Toward a Brighter Future: A Transatlantic Call for Renewed Leadership and Partnerships in Global Development." A project of the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) and the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, the Washington, DC, launch events consisted of a launch event at the House of Sweden, followed by briefings on Capitol Hill.GMF President Craig Kennedy awarded Officer’s Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of GermanyFebruary 09, 2009 / Washington, DCOn February 9, GMF President Craig Kennedy was awarded with the Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, highlighting Mr. Kennedy's contribution to the German-American and transatlantic relationships. German Ambassador Klaus Scharioth presented Mr. Kennedy with the award.A new european OstpolitikJanuary 20, 2009 / Berlin, GermanyOn January 20, GMF hosted a workshop called "A New European Ostpolitik." Taking place at the representation of Hamburg in Berlin, this workshop brought together policy experts from Bundestag and Chancellery, think tanks, and the media.Germany, Poland, and the Obama administrationJanuary 20, 2009 / Berlin, GermanyOn January 20, GMF, in cooperation with the Warsaw Institute of Public Affairs (ISP) hosted a discussion in Berlin focusing on "Germany, Poland, and the Obama Administration." Jacek Kucharczyk of the ISP presented his newest policy brief, entitled, "The new transatlantic agenda - a view from Poland." Jan Techau of DGAP and Jeffrey D. Rathke of the U.S. Mission to Germany provided comments from a German and American perspective.After the deluge: The United States, Europe, Asia and the remaking of global financeJanuary 15, 2009 / BrusselsOn January 15, GMF and Bruegel hosted an event featuring GMF Transatlantic Fellow Joe Quinlan with comments from Bruegel Director Jean Pisani-Ferry in Brussels. The discussion focused on recent economic developments in the United States, Europe, and Asia, and likely developments in the future. New House and Senate members introduced to European diplomatic communityJanuary 13, 2009 / Washington, DCOn January 13, GMF held a reception on Capitol Hill to honor new Members of Congress and Senators and introduce them to the European diplomatic corps. The event was held in the Democratic Caucus room, where Senior Congressman Darrell Issa, one of the co-chairs of the Congressional EU Caucus, set the stage for the evening, encouraging them to join the Caucus and participate in GMF's conferences and study tours.U.S.-Turkish relations at a time of internal and external crises: Will Obama make a difference?January 11, 2009 / Istanbul & Ankara, TurkeyOn January 11 and 17, GMF hosted Senior Transatlantic Fellow Dr. Ian Lesser in Istanbul and Ankara for events on "U.S.-Turkish relations at a time of internal and external crises: Will Obama make a difference?"What are the prospects for the Accra commitments?December 18, 2008 / Washington DC

On December 18, GMF hosted a roundtable event in Washington, DC, entitled "What are the prospects for the Accra commitments?" to address the future of aid effectiveness in the wake of the global financial crisis and pledges made by donors and developing countries in Accra last September.

The future of aid reform and concerns surrounding the impact of the financial crisis on foreign aid policyDecember 17, 2008 / Washington, DCOn December 17, GMF hosted a briefing on Capitol Hill with Congressional staff to discuss the future of aid reform and concerns surrounding the impact of the global financial crisis on foreign aid policy. At the event, Alex Wilks, director of the European Network on Debt and Development, and Sean Mulvaney, director of GMF's Economic Policy Program, presented the current debate on these issues in the United States and Europe.Recent U.S.-EU biofuels policy discussed on Capitol HillDecember 05, 2008 / Washington, DCOn December 5, GMF hosted a briefing on Capitol Hill with Congressional staff to discuss biofuels policy. At the luncheon GMF Transatlantic Fellow Tim Searchinger and Ariel Brunner, EU Policy Officer at Birdlife International, presented the history of the policy debate in both the U.S. and EU and specifically discussed the most recent developments in the ongoing European debate around the renewable fuels directive.Climate experts examine opportunites and challenges for U.S. cap-and-trade system in PoznanDecember 04, 2008 / PoznanOn December 4, The German Marshall Fund of the United States in partnership with the Business Council for Sustainable Energy and Carbon Markets and Investors Association hosted a transatlantic discussion on opportunities and challenges facing a U.S. cap-and-trade system.Impact of monitoring and evaluation efforts on design, implementation, and resource allocationDecember 02, 2008 / BerlinFrom December 2-3, GMF, in coordination with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Technische Zusammenarbeit (GTZ), hosted a knowledge-sharing forum on Impact of monitoring and evaluation efforts on design, implementation, and resource allocation in Berlin, Germany.Feeding the world: Are new global agricultural policies needed?November 24, 2008 / BrusselsFrom November 24-26, 2008, GMF co-sponsored a conference with Wilton Park entitled, "Feeding the world: Are new global agricultural policies needed?" In order to feed an estimated population of 9 billion in 20-30 years time, the world must make difficult policy choices resulting in significant changes. Productivity needs to be dramatically increased, but climate change, increased scarcity of resources, including water, land, and phosphates, and the variability of fuel and other input costs will present challenges to our collective ability to produce this additional food. The Wilton Park conference assessed key challenges, looking beyond recent price spikes, and identified a number of national and international policy priorities.The Doha round as a global insurance policy against increasing protectionismNovember 13, 2008 / Washington, DCA recent study by Antoine Bouët and David Laborde from the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) stresses a potential loss of $1,064bn in world trade if world leaders fail to conclude the Doha Development Round of trade negotiations in the next few weeks and implement subsequently protectionist policies. Bouët and Laborde unveiled an economic study at "Completing the Doha round: A global insurance policy against protectionism in turbulent economic times," at an event on November 13 hosted by the German Marshall Fund of the United States.Wexler: Extraordinary opportunities for transatlantic relationshipNovember 13, 2008 / BrusselsCongressman Robert Wexler (D-FL), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe, said there are extraordinary opportunities for the transatlantic relationship under an Obama administration, but cautioned that expectations may be way too large to meet.GMF hosts U.S. election party in BerlinNovember 04, 2008 / BerlinThe German Marshall Fund of the United States in cooperation with the United States Embassy in Berlin and various other organizations, organized on November 4-5, an election night party hosted at Deutsche Telekom headquarters in Berlin. Over 2,400 people of all ages attended the event to watch election returns and debate the issues related to the elections in the United States.Re-energizing Europe’s security and defense policyNovember 03, 2008 / BrusselsOn November 3, GMF, in cooperation with the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR), organized a dinner on "Re-energizing Europe's security and defense policy" in Brussels. The event stemmed from the recent publication of an ECFR policy paper by Nick Witney on how to improve the ESDP.Transatlantic approaches to post-conflict managementOctober 31, 2008 / Washington, DCOn October 31, GMF hosted Frank Kupferschmidt, senior research associate of the Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik, and Peter Schmidt, visiting professor of the Royal Military College of Canada, to present the results of their research project "Transatlantic approaches to post-conflict management," funded by GMF. John Glenn, director of foreign policy at GMF, moderated the discussion.10th Marshall Forum addresses globalizationOctober 23, 2008 / CopenhagenFrom October 23-25, 2008, 200 alumni of GMF's Marshall Memorial Fellowship program convened in Copenhagen, Denmark, for the 10th annual Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs. Entitled "Who is in Control of Globalization? Transatlantic Dialogues on New Policy Initiatives," the three-day gathering also hosted grantees, partners, and GMF fellows to discuss the transatlantic relationship in a global context.Transatlantic Academy opens with migration conferenceOctober 14, 2008 / Washington, DCOn October 14, former Italian Prime Minister Giuliano Amato opened a conference in celebration of the Transatlantic Academy with a speech outlining the challenges the European Union faces in dealing with migrants and security.Danish, Dutch development ministers tackle climate changeOctober 10, 2008 / Washington, DCOn October 10, GMF hosted a panel discussion entitled "Climate Change and Development-Perspectives in View of the COP15," exploring the topic of climate change as a development issue. The panelists included the Honorable Ulla Tørnæs, Danish Minister for Development Cooperation, the Honorable Bert Koenders, Dutch Minister for Development Cooperation, and Jonathan Lash, President of the World Resources Institute. Craig Kennedy, President of GMF, officially opened the event and Lael Brainard, on leave from the Brookings Institution, moderated the discussion. Overall, the event was very successful and produced an insightful and useful discussion about the many challenges and prospects of addressing climate change and development issues together in the future.
Portland city officials glean bicycle infrastructure policy from Amsterdam, CopenhagenOctober 05, 2008 / Amsterdam and CopenhagenFrom October 5-12, the German Marshall Fund organized a study tour on bicycle infrastructure and policy for 13 representatives from Portland, Oregon, representing Portland Metro Council's Blue Ribbon Committee for Trails. The group, made up of civic, elected, and business leaders, visited two of the most bicycle friendly cities in the world, Amsterdam and Copenhagen, to learn how the experiences of these cities could inform the development of more than 900 miles of user-friendly, multi-modal trails in the Portland metropolitan region.The science and policy behind biofuelsOctober 04, 2008 / Washington, DCOn December 4, GMF hosted an event on biofuels policies, present the latest science on the subject, and explore space for consensus among the participants. The event brought together high level representatives from seventeen environmental organizations that are key stakeholders working on the issue.Time to rethink the WTO?September 26, 2008 / Washington, DCOn Friday September 26, GMF hosted a discussion on the institutional challenges facing the World Trade Organization (WTO) entitled "Time to rethink the WTO?" with Debra Steger, professor of law at the University of Ottawa, and Vinod Busjeet, minister counselor at the Embassy of Mauritius. Jennifer Hillman, a senior Transatlantic Fellow at GMF, introduced the speakers and moderated the discussion. A podcast interview with Debra Steger is also available for download.Transatlantic Cities Network launch convenes a meeting of U.S.-EU city representativesSeptember 25, 2008 / Washington, DCFrom September 25-27, GMF launched the Transatlantic Cities Network (TCN) with a three-day workshop, bringing together for the first time representatives from 15 of the network's 25 cities. The representatives, a diverse group of planners, architects, leaders of community foundations and organizations, members of the business community, city officials, and policy experts, gathered at GMF's headquarters in Washington, DC, to collaboratively define a vision and purpose for the network.Event on evangelical Christianity and U.S. politics broadcast on NPRSeptember 23, 2008 / BerlinOn September 23rd, GMF's Berlin office, in cooperation with the Protestant Academy (Evangelische Akademie zu Berlin) and its director Rüdiger Sachau, hosted a panel discussion on the role of religion in the U.S. presidential elections.
Bennett addresses Peter Weitz journalism prize winnersSeptember 18, 2008 / Washington, DCOn Thursday, September 18, GMF hosted Senator Bob Bennett (R-Utah) to address the recipients of the Peter R. Weitz Prize for excellence and originality in U.S. reporting on Europe and the transatlantic relationship.Rice: U.S. and Europe must stand up to Russia togetherSeptember 18, 2008 / Washington, DCAt a speech hosted by the German Marshall Fund on Thursday, September 18, U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said the United States and Europe must stand up together in the face of an assertive Russia but rejected the idea of another Cold War.
GMF convenes Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs in Los AngelesSeptember 18, 2008 / Los AngelesFrom September 18 to 21, the German Marshall Fund, in partnership with the Los Angeles-based MMF alumni planning committee, hosted the first Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs of 2008 in Los Angeles, drawing largely upon local and regional government officials, NGO leaders, and upon issues important both locally and internationally.Stanzel, Fried respond to Rice speechSeptember 18, 2008 / Washington, DCOn the evening of Thursday, Sept. 18, Volker Stanzel, the political director of the German Federal Foreign Office, and Dan Fried, the U.S. undersecretary of State for European and Eurasian affairs, agreed that Russia's recent aggression has amounted to increased isolation from the West. Sergey Kislyak, who was in his first day as Russian Ambassador to the United States, was in the audience and took exception during a response to Stanzel and Fried. The event took place just a few hours after U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice delivered a major speech on U.S.-Russia relations to a German Marshall Fund audience.
Private Foundations as Global Civil Entrepreneurs: An Answer to Poor Performance of Global Governance?September 04, 2008 / Washington, DCOn September 4, GMF and the Heinrich Böll Foundation co-hosted a discussion entitled, "Private foundations as global civil entrepreneurs: An answer to poor performance of global governance?" Tine Stein and Lora Viola of the Social Science Research Center in Berlin were invited to share their research on the role of social and civil entrepreneurship in international development in government agencies, private foundations, non-profits, and global institutions.GMF co-hosts development panel at RNCSeptember 01, 2008 / Minneapolis, MNOn September 1, the German Marshall Fund partnered with Oxfam America to host a panel discussion on "The Future of Foreign Assistance: Effective Development and National Security." The event was one of several in a series the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs organized during the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota.European climate negotiators, U.S. campaign teams convene climate policy roundtables in DCJuly 21, 2008 / Washington, DCFrom July 21-22, GMF hosted nine senior climate negotiators from Europe in Washington, DC, to participate in a series of roundtable dialogues and other events to discuss U.S. and international climate policy issues with senior policy advisors to the Obama and McCain campaign teams, senior Congressional staff, and U.S. NGO and business leaders. A podcast interview with members from the European group is available for download.Broadbent, Turner discuss urbanization in Canada and the United StatesJuly 17, 2008 / Washington, DCOn July 17, GMF hosted a luncheon in the Cannon House Building on Capitol Hill with Alan Broadbent, the chairman of the Maytree Foundation, and Congressman Michael Turner (R-OH). Mr. Broadbent opened the event by discussing his recent book, Urban Nation. In addition to highlighting the book’s main points, he offered ways in which its prescriptions for empowering Canadian cities can be applied to an American context.Panel discusses role of philanthropic foundations in international development cooperationJuly 14, 2008 / Washington, DCOn July 14, GMF hosted Jan Martin Witte, Associate Director of the Global Public Policy Initiative (GPPi) and Country Representative for Living Goods Uganda, for a roundtable discussion on his co-authored GPPi research paper, "Transforming Development? The Role of Philanthropic Foundations in International Development Cooperation." Jan Martin Witte was joined by Geoffrey Lamb, Managing Director for Public Policy at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.The goal in Iran should be transparency and verification, says PolenzJuly 08, 2008 / Washington, DCOn July 8, GMF hosted Ruprecht Polenz, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee in the German Bundestag, and Ray Takeyh, Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, for a discussion on the role of Europe in dealing with Iran. An hour-long segment from this event was aired on NPR in Berlin from July 26-28, 2008, and is available for download here.The EU emissions trading system and relevant lessons for the U.S. climate policy debateJune 13, 2008 / Washington, DCOn June 13, GMF, in partnership with the Heinrich Böll Foundation, hosted the first in a series of dialogues for congressional staffers featuring experts on European and U.S. climate and energy policy.Discussion tackles differences between the role of soccer in the U.S. and EuropeJune 12, 2008 / Washington, DCOn June 12, GMF in cooperation with the Heinrich-Boell-Foundation hosted a discussion on "The Role of Soccer in the U.S. and Europe." The discussion was followed by a live screening of a Euro 2008 championship match featuring Germany and Croatia. The light-hearted discussion featured German Ambassador to the United States Dr. Klaus Scharioth; DC United President & CEO Kevin Payne, and Dr. Heiko Hesse, a former professional soccer player turned economist.Waiting for new U.S. administration a risky strategy for tackling climate changeJune 11, 2008 / Washington, DCOn June 11, GMF hosted a climate policy lunch discussion for senior officials from embassies of G-8 countries and the United States government to discuss options for crafting a policy framework for future international climate cooperation.Dailey: Information sharing is the essence of counterterrorism activitiesMay 30, 2008 / Washington, DCOn May 30, GMF hosted a luncheon discussion entitled, “U.S. and European approaches in the fight against terrorism.” The event featured Dell L. Dailey, coordinator for counterterrorism at the U.S. Department of State, and Jeremy Shapiro of The Brookings Institute’s Center on the United States and Europe, GMF Senior Transatlantic fellow Ambassador Michael Polt moderated the discussion, which was held under the Chatham House rule.Book discussion: The end of the westMay 28, 2008 / BerlinOn May 28, GMF Berlin hosted a panel discussion on the book "The End of the West," a collection of essays edited by Jeffrey Anderson of Georgetown, John Ikenberry of Princeton, and Thomas Risse of the Free University of Berlin. Anderson and Risse attended, and were joined by Michael Zürn, the dean of the Hertie School of Government in Berlin.GMF leads study tour through France and Germany to investigate transportation issuesMay 24, 2008 / Paris, France; Stuttgart, GermanyFrom May 24 to 30, GMF led a study tour through Paris, France, and Stuttgart, Germany, consisting of six congressional staffers, one Congressional Research Service researcher, and two state-level elected officials to examine transportation infrastructure, systems, policies, and financing at all levels of government.U.S. Ambassador Khalilzad confident about multilateral efforts in AfghanistanApril 25, 2008 / Washington, DCOn April 25, GMF hosted Zalmay Khalilzad, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, for a discussion on the future of Afghanistan and the role of the international community. In a conversation with German journalist Klaus-Peter Siegloch of ZDF Television, Khalilzad expressed confidence in current multilateral efforts in Afghanistan and reaffirmed American support for new UN Special Representative Kai Eide.What Price Energy Transformation?April 24, 2008 / BrusselsOn April 24 and 25, GMF, in partnership with the Berlin-based Ecologic Institute for International & European Environmental Policy and funding from the EU Commission, the ERP program, and the Böll Foundation and the Danish Embassy, hosted the final seminar of the three-part strategy series entitled "What Price Energy Transformation?" in Brussels.Open skies: Will there ever be truly open transatlantic air services?April 14, 2008 / Washington, DCOn April 14, the GMF hosted a luncheon panel discussion entitled “Open skies: Will there ever be truly open transatlantic air services?” The event is part of the GMF’s Transatlantic marketplace & international regulatory cooperation projects, which examine how cooperation can be enhanced to benefit the transatlantic economy.U.S. elections speakers tour visits DC, European citiesApril 07, 2008 / Washington, DC - Turin - Munich - Stockholm"We don't contribute to the American presidency, but we are certainly part of it." Piero Gastaldo's opening remarks at an event co-sponsored by GMF and the Compagnia di San Paolo in Turin, Italy, reflected the mood seen at each stop on the German Marshall Fund's second European speakers tour on the 2008 U.S. presidential elections. The tour brought three political-insiders from Washington, DC, to Turin, Munich, and Stockholm for a series of events on the November elections.Bush, Karzai, Harper bring NATO debates to the Bucharest ConferenceApril 01, 2008 / BucharestThe Bucharest Conference featured addresses by U.S. President George W. Bush, Romanian President Traian Basescu, Romanian Prime Minister Calin Popescu-Tariceanu, and Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher, as well as other panel discussions on pressing NATO issues such as enlargement, missile defense, and Russia. Afghan President Hamid Karzai, Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer discussed alliance operations in Afghanistan.

The Bucharest Conference website features archived video of the full speeches and sessions, highlight reels, transcripts, and press releases.Global security threats and Central EuropeMarch 11, 2008 / BratislavaOn March 11, GMF Bratislava, in cooperation with the Research Center of the Slovak Foreign Policy Association and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, held a one day seminar entitled “Global security threats and Central Europe.” This workshop brought together 30 experts from the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Britain, Israel, Turkey, and the United States. In three thematic sessions, the seminar examined global security threats as perceived by Central European countries, the responses and contributions of these countries to strengthening security, and the perspectives of major security players on a regional level, such as Turkey and Israel, and global level, such as NATO, EU and the United States.The Global Fund’s contribution to combating AIDS, Tuberculosis, and MalariaMarch 06, 2008 / Washington, DCOn March 6, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted Doctor Michel Kazatchine, the executive director of The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, to discuss the organization's history, work, and vision. Moderated by Senior Transatlantic Fellow Jim Kolbe, the event offered Dr. Kazatchine an opportunity to expound on the Global Fund's founding principles, innovative techniques, and real-world impact.Mutual recognition of securities exchanges: Prospects for transatlantic cooperationMarch 04, 2008 / Washington, DCOn March 4, GMF hosted a luncheon discussion on "Mutual recognition of securities exchanges: Prospects for transatlantic cooperation." A system such as this would allow foreign exchanges and broker-dealers to offer investment products to U.S. investors without first having to register with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), an idea suggested last year by senior SEC officials and discussed at roundtable convened by the SEC. To better understand the issue, GMF hosted Randal K. Quarles of the Carlyle Group, Nicolas Véron of the Brussels-based think tank Bruegel, and Peter Chepucavage of the International Association of Small Broker Dealers and Advisors.NATO in Afghanistan – A challenge to transatlantic burden sharingMarch 03, 2008 / Washington, DCOn March 3, GMF hosted a discussion entitled “NATO in Afghanistan - A challenge to transatlantic burden sharing," featuring Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Kurt Volker, German Ambassador Klaus Scharioth, and Canadian Deputy Head of Mission Guy Saint-Jacques. GMF Senior Transatlantic Fellow Michael Polt moderated the discussion.Citizen Diplomacy and the transatlantic relationshipMarch 03, 2008 / Washington, DCOn March 3, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted Rick Steves, a renowned producer of a weekly public radio program, author of over 30 books on European travel, and host of Rick Steves' Europe, a television show on PBS, for a discussion on citizen Diplomacy in the United States and Europe post 9/11. A podcast interview with Rick Steves is also available for download.Germany after two years of grand coalitionFebruary 28, 2008 / Washington, DCOn February 28, GMF, in cooperation with the American Institute for Contemporary German Studies (AICGS), hosted German Federal Minister and Head of the Chancellery Dr. Thomas de Maizière for a presentation and discussion titled "Germany after two years of grand coalition." The event featured opening remarks by Mr. John Podesta, President and CEO of the Center for American Progress and former chief of staff to President Clinton.What is the price of energy transformation?February 28, 2008 / BerlinOn February 28-29, GMF Berlin, in partnership with the Ecologic Institute for International & European Environmental Policy, hosted the second leg of a three part strategy seminar entitled "What is the price energy transformation?" at the Danish Embassy in Berlin. Participants were drawn from both sides of the Atlantic and included experts from the NGO community, government officials, and representatives from the energy sector. The discussion focused on the nexus of energy, climate change, and security issues, with a particular emphasis on resources and climate change.Assessing the outcomes of the U.S.-EU biofuels working groupFebruary 22, 2008 / Washington, DCOn February 22, GMF hosted a roundtable meeting on the European proposal for a new EU directive on the use of renewable energy and to assess the outcomes of the February 21 meeting of the EU-U.S. biofuels working group under the EU-U.S. Strategic Energy Cooperation. The speakers featured Alexandra Langenheld, a national expert on regulatory policy and promotion of renewable energy at the European Commission's Directorate General for Energy and Transport, and Jeff Skeer from the office of policy and international affairs at the U.S. Department of Energy.The race to the White House: an analysis of Super TuesdayFebruary 06, 2008 / BerlinOn February 6, GMF Berlin, in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy in Berlin, hosted a discussion entitled "The race to the White House: an analysis of Super Tuesday." About 120 people attended a panel discussion with William Chandler, a professor at University of California-San Diego; Mr. William Drozdiak from American Council on Germany; and Mr. Ralf Beste, Marshall Memorial Fellow and a journalist with Der Spiegel in Berlin. Constanze Stelzenmüller, executive director of GMF's Berlin Office, moderated the discussion held in the State Representation of Baden-Württemberg.Bridging the foreign policy divideFebruary 06, 2008 / BrusselsOn February 6, GMF Brussels hosted an event on the future of U.S. foreign policy entitled "Bridging the foreign policy divide." Tod Lindberg from the National Review and David Shorr from the Stanley Foundation discussed their latest project; a compilation of papers by prominent Democratic and Republican experts on foreign policy challenges.Innovations in Aid series: “Outcome-based conditionality: Too good to be true?”January 28, 2008 / BrusselsOn January 28, GMF Brussels, as a part of its Innovations in Aid series, hosted a report launch event for a report entitled "Outcome-based conditionality: Too good to be true?" by Eurodad, a European network of development NGOs. Ms. Nuria Molina-Gallart presented the report, followed by responses from representatives of two leading donors: Manuela Ferro from the World Bank and Riccardo Maggi from the European Commission. Alex Wilks, the director of Eurodad moderated the event and in attendance were European Union permanent representatives from Sweden, Finland, Austria, France, and Spain, as well as representatives from the embassies of several African countries.Regulation and national security: Creating effective policies across the AtlanticJanuary 23, 2008 / BrusselsOn January 23, GMF Brussels held a discussion entitled "Regulation and national security: Creating effective policies across the Atlantic." Professor Henry Farrell of George Washington University in Washington, DC, presented his draft paper (to be published by GMF in March 2008) on Information Politics in the New Transatlantic Agenda. Ms. Sophie in't Veld, a member of the European Parliament from the Netherlands, provided a response.European and American climate policies after BaliJanuary 21, 2008 / BerlinOn January 21, GMF, in cooperation with Deutsche BP, hosted a conference in Berlin to discuss "European and American climate policies after Bali." The keynote speakers were Dr. Harlan Watson, the senior climate negotiator for the United States at the Climate Change Conference in Bali, and Franzjosef Schafhausen, deputy director general for environment and energy at the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety.Toward a grand strategy in an uncertain world: Renewing transatlantic partnershipJanuary 16, 2008 / BrusselsOn January 16, GMF Brussels hosted a debate entitled "Toward a grand strategy in an uncertain world: Renewing transatlantic partnership," based on a paper written by five distinguished military personnel. Four of the five authors attended the debate in an attempt to explain and expand on their plan for creating a safer world, hopefully creating an alliance of democracies stretching from Finland to Alaska.The adaptation of PEPFAR to the aid effectiveness challengeJanuary 14, 2008 / Washington, DCOn January 14, GMF hosted Ambassador Mark Dybul, the U.S. global AIDS coordinator of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in Washington, DC, for a discussion on the adaptation of PEPFAR to the aid effectiveness challenge. The event was moderated by GMF senior transatlantic fellow Jim Kolbe.NPR broadcasts event on next steps for U.S./EU after UN Climate change conferenceJanuary 08, 2008 / Washington, DC

GMF and NPR Worldwide are pleased to bring you an audio program from a discussion on January 8, 2008, at GMF on the recent UN Climate Change conference in Bali, Indonesia. The event featured Elliot Diringer from the Pew Center for Global Climate Change and Ana Unruh-Cohen from the House Select Committee on Independent Energy & Global Warming.

The program, in which the speakers give a read-out of the Bali conference and the potential next steps for the transatlantic partners leading up to the next climate change gathering, airs on NPR Worldwide in Europe. Please visit NPR Worldwide's website to find out more about the program's air times.

Bulgarian FM discusses next steps for the BalkansJanuary 04, 2008 / Washington, DC

On January 4, GMF hosted Ivailo Kalfin, the foreign minister and deputy prime minister of the republic of Bulgaria, for a luncheon roundtable entitled "What Next for the Balkans," in which he examined the pitfalls and opportunities of a fragile upcoming year for the Balkan region, and highlighted the region's relationship with both Europe and the United States.

GMF convenes meeting with Italian PresidentDecember 11, 2007 / Washington, DC

On December 11, GMF organized a small roundtable discussion at the Italian Embassy with the president of Italy, Giorgio Napolitano, who was accompanied by Massimo D'Alema, the Italian foreign minister. The meeting was moderated by GMF President Craig Kennedy and participants included several GMF board members as well as senior analysts.

Sleeping giant: Awakening the transatlantic services economyDecember 10, 2007 / Washington, DCOn December 10, GMF hosted Dr. Daniel Hamilton, director of the Center for Transatlantic Relations at the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), and Randal Quarles, managing director at the Carlyle Group in Washington, DC, for a breakfast discussion to present the findings of the book "Sleeping Giant: Awakening the Transatlantic Services Economy." The discussion was moderated by Richard Salt, transatlantic economic fellow at GMF. USAID Administrator Fore praises public-private partnershipsDecember 03, 2007 / Washington, DCSpeaking December 3 at the U.S. launch of the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation, USAID Administrator Henrietta Fore said the advent of public-private partnerships has changed the face of development.Opportunities and challenges for the Transatlantic Economic CouncilNovember 14, 2007 / Washington, DCOn November 14, GMF hosted a breakfast discussion entitled "Fostering a transatlantic economic partnership: Opportunities and challenges for the Transatlantic Economic Council," with Angelos Pangratis, deputy head of the delegation of the European Commission to the United States; John Cobau, director for international trade at the National Security Council; Kathryn Hauser, U.S. executive director of the TransAtlantic Business Dialogue; and Bernhard Welschke, president of the Representative of German Industry and Trade. The event was moderated by Richard Salt, GMF transatlantic fellow. The event aimed to outline the results of the first meeting of the Transatlantic Economic Council (TEC) on November 9, 2007, and address upcoming challenges and opportunities for the TEC.U.S. election experts examine 2008 presidential season on NPRNovember 13, 2007 / Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, BerlinA ‘New Atlanticism’ In Central and Eastern Europe?November 12, 2007 / Washington, DCOn November 12, GMF hosted David Kral and Vera Rihackova from the Europeum Institute for European Policy for a luncheon discussion entitled "A 'new atlanticism' in Central and Eastern Europe?"  Janusz Bugajski from the Center for Strategic and International Studies introduced the event, which was the sixth in a series featuring prominent European think tanks that were recipients of GMF's 2006-2007 Transatlantic Policy Research grants.  John K. Glenn, director of foreign policy at GMF, moderated the discussion.Amid NATO transformation, return to Cold War deemed unlikelyOctober 29, 2007 / Washington, DCOn October 29, GMF hosted a lunch presentation and discussion entitled "The future of NATO: The debate in Central Europe," with Eugeniusz Smolar, president of the Center for International Relations (CIR) in Warsaw, and Stephen Larrabee, distinguished chair in European security at the RAND Corporation.  Peter Van Praagh, senior director for Wider Europe at GMF, moderated the event.  The presentation was the fourth in a series of events featuring the work of prominent European thinktanks who were recipients of GMF's 2006-2007 Transatlantic Policy Research grants. The Euroatlantic community and its changing Eastern Neighborhood: A new policy in the Making?October 26, 2007 / Kiev, Ukraine

On October 26-27, the German Marshall Fund hosted a conference in Kiev, Ukraine for experts and policymakers from Europe and the United States to discuss the eastern neighborhood of the European and transatlantic community.  This conference was jointly organized with the Heinrich Boell Foundation and the Center for Applied Policy Research in Munich, Germany.

Safety nets and transatlantic answers to globalization: Lessons from EuropeOctober 22, 2007 / Washington, DC

On October 22, GMF, together with the Brussels-based thinktank Bruegel, hosted an event on "Safety nets and transatlantic answers to globalization: Lessons from Europe." This was the second gathering in a series of GMF-Bruegel roundtables hosted in Brussels and Washington, DC, seeking to advance policy discussions around transatlantic comparative responses to globalization.

Global financial stability: Transatlantic responses to the subprime lending crisisOctober 19, 2007 / Washington, DCOn October 19, the German Marshall Fund hosted a roundtable discussion on "Global financial stability - Transatlantic responses to the subprime lending crisis," with members of the German Bundestag representing the finance, budget and economic development committees, and a group of American and European financial experts.Services and development: Finding a way forward for DohaOctober 05, 2007 / Washington, DCOn October 5, GMF hosted a luncheon discussion on "Services and development: Finding a way forward for Doha." Speakers at the event included Christine Bliss, Assistant USTR for Services and Investment; Bob Vastine, President of the Coalition of Service Industries; and Aaditya Mattoo, Lead Economist of the World Bank's Development Research Group. Randall Soderquist, Director of GMF's Economic Policy Program, moderated the discussion.The democratic challenge to a Chinese centuryOctober 02, 2007 / Washington, DCOn October 2, GMF convened experts from the policy, diplomatic, academic, and media communites for a discussion entitled the democratic challenge to a Chinese century: how Asia-Pacific democracies are forming a pluralistic regional order, and what it means for the West. The discussion was led by Daniel Twining, Transatlantic Fellow at GMF, and Robert Sutter, Visiting Professor at Georgetown University.Seventh annual Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs heldSeptember 28, 2007 / Atlanta, GeorgiaThe seventh annual Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs in the United States was held September 28-30, 2007 in Atlanta, Georgia.  A signature event of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship (MMF) program, it brought together over 90 political, business, media, and community leaders from the United States and Europe to discuss the transatlantic relationship in a global context.  GMF established the gathering in 2001 as a venue for MMF alumni to exchange ideas and learn about new policy initiatives in an informal atmosphere.Rehn: EU must spread democracy, enhance interfaith understandingSeptember 25, 2007 / Washington, DCOn September 25, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) hosted EU Commissioner for Enlargement Olli Rehn for a discussion entitled "What's the future for EU Enlargement?" in which he focused on the potential for future EU enlargement to the Western Balkans, Turkey's membership perspects, and current negotiations on Kosovo's final status.Schäuble addesses internal security challenges on NPRSeptember 24, 2007 / Washington, DCGMF and NPR Worldwide are pleased to bring you German Interior Minister Schäuble's keynote address from a September 24, 2007, event entitled "Internal security challenges in the transatlantic relationship - How can we reconcile personal freedoms and security?" The hourlong program aired on Saturday and Monday, October 20 and 22, at 8 a.m. on all NPR Worldwide channels, and is also available, as well as a GMF Event Video of Minister Schäuble's keynote speech, here on the GMF website.Immigrants: Why we need themSeptember 13, 2007 / Washington, DCOn September 13, GMF hosted a luncheon discussion with Philippe Legrain, freelance writer and GMF journalism fellow, and Tamar Jacoby, Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, for a luncheon discussion entitled "They Need Us - We need Them; How Immigrants Contribute to Western Democracies."Lessons from Afghanistan: Rebuilding post-conflict statesAugust 30, 2007 / Washington, DCOn August 30, GMF hosted a breakfast discussion on the role of the private sector in rebuilding post-conflict states focusing on Afghanistan as a case study. The event is part of the "Innovations in Aid Series."Climate change and the future of U.S. and EU energy policyAugust 27, 2007 / Washinton, DCOn August 27, GMF and the Heinrich Böll Foundation (HBF) hosted the first in a series of cosponsored events on Capitol Hill regarding climate change and the future of energy policy in Europe and the U.S. A group of more than twenty staffers from both the House and Senate were briefed by Mr. Wilson Rickerson, Principal at Rickerson Energy Strategies, and Dr. Christine Wörlen, Head of Renewable Energies at the German Energy Agency (dena).Innovations in Aid: Lessons from the Millennium Challenge CorporationJuly 17, 2007 / Washington, DCOn July 17, GMF hosted Ambassador John J. Danilovich, the chief executive officer of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), to discuss the MCC's methods, practices, and requirements for aid delivery to developing countries.CSU Bundestag leader discusses transatlantic relations, NATO, and missile defenseJuly 13, 2007 / Washington, DCOn July 13, GMF hosted CSU Bundestag Leader Dr. Peter Ramsauer for a presentation and discussion on transatlantic cooperation. The event touched on a wide range of issues important on both sides of the Atlantic, from the NATO mission in Afghanistan to the United States' proposed missile defense system.  The discussion offered an opportunity to reflect on the recently-concluded German EU Presidency.  David Kramer, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, provided the response. Perspectives on the G8-Summit: Climate change negotiationsJune 27, 2007 / Washington, DCOn June 25, GMF and the Heinrich Boell Foundation hosted a roundtable discussion with Mr. Reinhard Buetikofer, Chairman of the German Green Party, and Ms. Eileen Claussen, President of the Pew Center for Global Climate Change. The discussion, entitled Perspectives on the G8-Summit: What does it mean for the future of climate change negotiations? was very timely with climate change having recently topped the agenda of the G8 summit held in Germany earlier this monthPerspectives on the recent resurgence of state-level divestmentJune 27, 2007 / Washington, DCOn June 27, GMF hosted a discussion entitled "States and Foreign Policy: Perspectives on the Recent Resurgence of State-level Divestment." The panel, consisting of President and CEO of the Organization for International Investment Todd Malan, Director of USA Engage Jake Colvin, and Executive Director of Sudan Divestment Task Force Adam Sterling.Seventh annual Transatlantic Young Leaders Conference held in ItalyJune 20, 2007 / Tremezzo, ItalyFrom June 20-22, GMF held its seventh annual Transatlantic Young Leaders Conference in Tremezzo, Italy. This year's conference entitled "A New Transatlantic Pragmatism? Defining Areas for Cooperation" focused on how the United States and Europe can work together on issues such as democracy promotion, globalization, and addressing the nuclear threats of Iran and North Korea.GMF convenes fifth annual Think Tank SymposiumJune 17, 2007 / Washington, DCOn June 17 and 18, the fifth annual Think Tank Symposium, one of GMF's flagship events, convened this year in Washington, DC. Working with the support of the European Commission, the Think Tank Symposium brings together over 40 leading experts from both sides of the Atlantic to discuss issues of mutual concern.Lessons from Europe for America’s older industrial citiesJune 14, 2007 / Washington, DCOn June 14, the GMF invited guest speakers from four traditionally industrial European cities to demonstrate how they have succeeded in modernizing their economies and restoring their urban centers.How Can Agriculture Adjust? Globalization and Farm Policy ReformJune 13, 2007 / Washington, DCOn June 13, GMF hosted David Blandford, Professor of Agricultural Economics at Pennsylvania State University, to discuss globalization and farm policy reform in developed countries. The event was moderated by GMF transatlantic fellow Dan Morgan.Luncheon looking at American and European Approaches to the Growing Involvement of China in AfricaJune 12, 2007 / Brussels, BelgiumThe lunch discussion was led by Dr. Christopher Fomunyoh, Professor Andrew Nathan and Ambassador David Shinn.GMF Speaker Tour “Transatlantic Responses to China’s role in Africa”June 11, 2007 / EuropeGMF Speaker Tour with Ambassador David Shinn, former US Ambassador to Ethiopia, and Christopher Fomunyoh, Director for West and Central Africa at NDI.Examining EU influence on transatlantic regulationJune 06, 2007 / Brussels, BelgiumOn June 8, GMF hosted an event on the EU's influence on transatlantic regulation, looking specifically at the issue of data privacy.  For the discussion, GMF hosted Professor Abraham Newman of Georgetown University and Thomas Spiller, Director of Public Policy for SAS, a global private-data solutions company based in North Carolina.  The event was moderated by GMF Transatlantic Fellow Richard Salt.GMF headquarters honors 60th anniversary of Marshall Plan assistanceJune 05, 2007 / Washington, DCOn June 5, GMF and the George C. Marshall Foundation co-hosted a panel discussion in honor of the 60th anniversary of the Marshall Plan speech. The discussion was based on the Marshall Foundation's new monograph, In Search of a Usable Past: The Marshall Plan and Postwar Reconstruction Today. Panelists were Barry Machado and Ambassador James Dobbins. Olin Wethington moderated the discussion. U.S. journalists report their views on transatlantic economic policyMay 26, 2007 / European UnionFrom May 26 to June 3, GMF hosted 11 journalists for a study tour on European Agriculture in the 21st Century: Perspectives from the Farm. Journalists, who represented U.S. radio and print media outlets, traveled the European Union to meet with European farmers, policymakers and other agricultural stakeholders to learn more about EU agriculture at a critical time for future policy development. Countries visited included Poland, Belgium, the Netherlands, and FranceGMF celebrates Marshall Plan 60th AnniversaryMay 25, 2007 / Berlin, GermanyOn May 25, GMF Berlin hosted an event to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Marshall Plan, the 35th anniversary of the founding of the German Marshall Fund, and the 25th birthday of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship (MMF) Program, as well as the Manfred Wörner Seminar (WFS). Over a hundred alumni of the programs attended the event, which was co-hosted by the State Representation of Northrhine-Westfalia in Berlin. Dr. Rita Süssmuth, former President of the German Parliament; Dieter Berg, Chairman of the Board of the Robert Bosch Foundation; and several Central and Eastern European Ambassadors helped celebrate the evening.Berlin event previews G8-SummitMay 24, 2007 / Berlin, Germany

On May 24, GMF and the Alfred Herrhausen Society invited high-level representatives from the economic, scientific, and political communities to Berlin to discuss globalization and the ramifications of the G8's shift in focus to Africa, with special consideration for Asia's increasing influence on the African continent. Jörg Asmussen, Director-General of the German National and International Financial Markets and Monetary Policy Department, directly involved in the G8 preparations, opened the conference.

All Politics is global, but who sets the rules?May 14, 2007 / On May 14, GMF hosted Daniel Drezner for a presentation of his new book All Politics is Global.  Drezner is Assistant Professor of international politics at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, and the author of a popular blog, www.danieldrezner.com/blog/. The event was held as part of GMF's program on international regulatory cooperation, and moderated by Richard Salt, GMF Transatlantic Fellow.Bridging the U.S.-EU entrepreneurship gapMay 11, 2007 / Washington, DCOn May 11, GMF hosted Robert Litan, Vice President of Research and Policy at the Kaufmann Foundation, and Paul O'Donovan of the Welsh Assembly Government, for a discussion entitled, "Catching Up? Myths and Challenges surrounding the American-European Entrepreneurship Gap."Doha: A long term viewMay 07, 2007 / Washington, DCDanish Environment Minister examines U.S.-EU climate change policyMay 07, 2007 / Washington, DCOn May 7, GMF hosted Connie Hedegaard, Danish Minister for Environment, for a roundtable lunch discussion entitled, "Leading by Example: How Denmark is Showing Europe the Way to a Climate Friendly Economy." U.S. Congressman Earl Blumenauer provided follow-up comments with an American political perspective, leading to a discussion on how Europe can engage the United States at the international negotiating table.Brussels Forum 2007 concludes with a flourishApril 27, 2007 / Brussels, BelgiumFrom April 27 to 29, GMF and its partners held the second annual Brussels Forum at the Conrad Hotel in Brussels. Brussels Forum is a high-profile meeting to address pressing challenges currently facing both sides of the Atlantic. This year, GMF was honored to welcome EU High Representative Dr. Javier Solana, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer, U.S. SEC Chairman Christopher Cox, Senator Bob Bennett, Lithuanian President Valdas Adamkus, and many other influential American and European political, corporate, and intellectual leaders. Please visit the Brussels Forum website for video, audio, transcripts, and other highlights.U.S. Ambassador to the EU tackles global warming and energy securityApril 24, 2007 / Berlin, GermanyOn April 24, GMF's Berlin Office hosted U.S. Ambassador to the EU C. Boyden Gray for a lunch discussion on biofuels and aromatics.Stakeholders debate Iraq’s futureApril 10, 2007 / Washington, DCFrom April 10-11, the "Iraq Futures 2007" conference took place in Washington, DC, and was organized with the TOBB-ETU University of Ankara. The conference brought together 22 participants from Iraq, as well as a number of Turks, other Europeans, officials from the State Department and the Pentagon, think tank representatives, and journalists.Germans hear Canadian ideas on IntegrationMarch 29, 2007 / Berlin, GermanyOn March 29, the Canadian Embassy, the Hertie Foundation and GMF Berlin gathered 15 German and Canadian Integration Experts and Practicioners at the Timber Hall of the Canadian Embassy in Berlin in order to exchange ideas on the "Future of Multiculturalism - a Canadian - German debate on the future of diversity and the concept of Multiculturalism". The purpose of the meeting was to develop broader policy concepts as a framework for concrete policy instruments.Experts explore data privacy and divergence in transatlantic regulationMarch 28, 2007 / Washington, DCOn March 28, GMF hosted a luncheon discussion on "Transatlantic Cooperation and Conflict over Data Privacy Rules: Lessons for International Market Regulation". Policy experts examined factors which influenced data privacy standards and contemporary challenges faced on both sides of the Atlantic.ABARE advocates price support changes in U.S. Farm BillMarch 27, 2007 / Washington, DCOn March 27, GMF's Economic Policy program hosted the Executive Director of Australian Bureau of Agriculture and Resource Economics (ABARE), Mr. Phillip Glyde, at a luncheon event entitled The Benefits of Farm Policy Reform: Lessons from Australia for the United States and Europe.Europeans and Americans agree on unity on IranMarch 26, 2007 / Paris, Brussels, BerlinThe German Marshall Fund in co-operation with the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) hosted a distinguished speaker's tour titled "Iran and the Bomb: Will It Get It and What Will It Mean" from March 26-28, 2007 in three European cities: Paris, Brussels, and Berlin. Reuel M. Gerecht, Resident Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), David Ignatius, columnist for the Washington Post and Yossi Klein Halevi, correspondent for "The New Republic", participated in panel discussions in each of the cities.Dorr: U.S. will ‘stay in the market’ with biofuelsMarch 23, 2007 / Washington, DCOn March 23, 2007, the German Marshall Fund hosted “Biofuels Policies in the U.S. and EU,” the fourth of a series of luncheons on “Transatlantic Approaches to Biofuels.” The presenters were Angelo Pangratis, Deputy Head of Mission of the EU Commission Delegation to the United States, and Tom Dorr, Undersecretary of Rural Development at the United States Department of Agriculture.Historic evening in Athens commemorates Marshall Plan’s 60th anniversaryMarch 21, 2007 / Athens, GreeceOn March 21, The German Marshall Fund and the Hellenic Foundation for European and Foreign Policy (ELIAMEP) hosted an evening at the Kranidiotis amphitheatre of the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs to mark the 60th anniversary of the Marshall Plan and the 25th anniversary of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship Program.Inaugural Stockholm China ForumMarch 18, 2007 / Stockholm, Sweden

On March 18-20, GMF and its partners, the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, the Swedish Foundation for International Cooperation in Research and Higher Education (STINT) and the Bank of Sweden Tercentenary Foundation held the inaugural Stockholm China Forum.

Lessons for a new European Neighborhood Policy for the Black Sea RegionMarch 12, 2007 / Berlin, GermanyFrom March 12-13, GMF co-hosted a workshop focusing on the Black Sea Region entitled, “Lessons for a new European Neighborhood Policy for the Black Sea Region” together with the Weidenfeld Institute for Strategic Dialogue. The event provided a platform for EU and German government officials and experts to discuss how to foster regional cooperation and closer approximation with the EU for the Black Sea Region without the offer of full membership to the Union.GMF celebrates 25 years of the Marshall Memorial FellowshipMarch 08, 2007 / Washington, DCOn Thursday, March 8, The German Marshall Fund hosted a reception on Capitol Hill inaugurating a year long celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship (MMF) program. Over 150 alumni and friends of the program were in attendance, including the Spring 2007 American and European Fellows, US Senators and Congressman, European ambassadors, and Capitol Hill staff.GMF brings Biofuels debate to Capitol HillMarch 07, 2007 / Washington, DCOn Wednesday, March 7, 2007, GMF hosted the second of a series of luncheon discussions on transatlantic approaches to biofuels. This event, held on Capitol Hill with staff from key Senate and House Committees, together with representatives of NGOs, think tanks, and embassies, focused on the benefits and challenges of expanding ethanol production in the United States.Migration brainstorming session emphasizes ingenuity, hands-on approachFebruary 27, 2007 / Brussels, BelgiumOn February 27, the German Marshall Fund of the United States, in cooperation with the Migration Policy Institute, hosted a brainstorming session on migration and development in the run-up to the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GF), which will take place in Belgium in July 2007.Volker: U.S. and EU doing same thing on climate changeFebruary 12, 2007 / Berlin, GermanyOn February 12, GMF Berlin hosted a lunch discussion with Kurt Volker, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs in the U.S. Department of State on U.S. climate policy.Turkish Foreign Minister Gul: Turkey’s ‘silent revolution’ not finishedFebruary 08, 2007 / Washington, DCOn February 8, 2007, the German Marshall Fund co-hosted a day-long conference entitled "Turkish Politics at a Crossroads," with the Foundation for Political, Economic, and Social Research (SETA). Abdullah Gul, the Turkish foreign minister, gave the opening keynote speech and offered comments on the situation in Iraq, the potential for a Turkish cross-border operation, the nuclearization of Iran and the Armenian resolution pending in the U.S. Congress.Iran’s Nuclear Program and it’s effects on Turkey discussedJanuary 29, 2007 / Ankara, Turkey

On January 29, the GMF Ankara office, together with the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), held a roundtable discussion on the nuclearization of Iran and regional security dynamics. The discussion was chaired by Jon Wolfsthal, Senior Fellow at CSIS, Alexander Lennon, Editor in Chief of The Washington Quarterly, CSIS's flagship journal and Suat Kiniklioglu, Director of the GMF Ankara office. Participants included diplomats, academics, politicians, think tank members and journalists.

Dinner Discussion on Chancellor Merkel’s Globalization AgendaJanuary 22, 2007 / Washington, DCOn Monday, January 22nd, the German Marshall Fund of the United States hosted a small, private dinner discussion with Gabor Steingart of Der Spiegel and Dr. Adam Posen of the Peterson Institute on Chancellor Merkel’s globalization agenda.Berlin bureau Chief of Der Spiegel discusses economic impact of ChinaJanuary 22, 2007 / Washington, DCJanuary 22 2007 marked the first installment of an ongoing German Marshall Fund series entitled ‘Transatlantic Responses to the Rise of China'. Gabor Steingart, chief of the Berlin bureau of the German weekly newspaper Der Speigel and author of the book "World War for Prosperity" was the featured speaker, presenting his views on the appropriate response for the EU and United States to the rise of China as a global economic and political force.Transatlantic spotlight on Berlin: the double presidencyDecember 21, 2006 / BerlinGMF's Berlin office is hosting a series of events highlighting the challenges and opportunities of the 2007 German double presidencies of the G8 and the EU.Moldovan Foreign Minister calls for robust partnership with U.S.December 15, 2006 / Washington, DCOn Friday, December 15, GMF hosted a luncheon for the Deputy Prime Minister and Minster of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of Moldova, Andrei Stratan and David J. Kramer, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian affairs to discuss the U.S.-Moldovan relationship.Riga Conference concludes with NATO enlargement panelNovember 29, 2006 / Riga"The Riga Conference: Transforming NATO in a New Global Era," conducted by completes a full agenda of discussions, speeches, and events around the NATO Summit. Estonian President Ilves says there is no NATO "enlargement fatigue."EU/G8 Series: “A Transatlantic Success Story, Hopefully”November 15, 2006 / BerlinOn November 15 and 16, GMF Berlin, as part of its G8/EU Series, held a workshop in cooperation with GMF Belgrade. Under the title "A Transatlantic Success Story, Hopefully", the workshop looked at Kosovo's future and Serbia's westward path as examples of post-intervention democracy promotion in the Balkans.Asia Rising: The Implications for the United States, Europe and the Transatlantic PartnershipNovember 15, 2006 / BrusselsDebate with Joseph Quinlan, Transatlantic Fellow at GMF, on the Asian challenge to the primacy of the transatlantic economy, and the new global economic order. Local approaches to a sustainable energy futureNovember 15, 2006 / BostonA conference entitled "Local approaches to a sustainable energy future," took place November 15-17, 2006, in Boston, Massachusetts. It brought together 35 city and state-level representatives from Europe and the United States, policymakers and practitioners, to exchange ideas and discuss ways to further advance sustainable energy policies.GMF Brussels facilitates debate on Turkey’s relations with the WestNovember 13, 2006 / BrussselsOn November 12, GMF Brussels hosted Turkish Minister of State for Economic Affairs Ali Babacan, former U.S. Ambassador to the UN Richard Holbrooke, and Commissioner for Enlargement Olli Rehn for a debate on the current state of Turkey's relations with the West.U.S., EU ambassadors tackle regulatory cooperationNovember 13, 2006 / Washington, DCOn November 13, the German Marshall Fund of the United States hosted a panel discussion entitled, "Strengthening U.S. and EU trade & investment through regulatory cooperation." The panel brought together European Commission Ambassador to the United States, H.E. John Bruton, and United States Ambassador to the European Union, H.E. C. Boyden Gray.Migration Learning Exchange looks at global immigration issuesNovember 12, 2006 / Brussels, Berlin, LondonFrom Nov. 12-18, 2006, GMF co-funded and co-hosted the European leg of the Migration Learning Center Exchange to gain a deeper understanding of global migration and immigration trends.GMF Ankara hosts workshop on Turkish-U.S. RelationsNovember 09, 2006 / AnkaraOn November 9, the GMF Ankara office, together with the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), organized a workshop on Turkish-U.S. Relations.EU/G8 Series: “The EU-Russia Relationship before the German presidency”November 07, 2006 / BerlinOn November 7, GMF Berlin, together with the Heinrich Böll Foundation in Berlin, organized a luncheon entitled "The EU-Russia Relationship before the German EU Presidency."GMF hosts discussion on U.S. and European democracy promotionNovember 02, 2006 / BerlinOn November 2 and 3, GMF Berlin hosted the first event in its EU/G8 Series, in cooperation with AEI and Freedom House. This was the second of a four-part series of workshops on American and European approaches to democracy promotion.European Journalists look at U.S. midterm election issues up closeNovember 01, 2006 / Washington, DC - Tucson, AZ - Hartford, CTFrom November 1-9, GMF hosted a group of eight journalists from seven European countries to observe and cover the 2006 congressional elections first-hand. The participants, who came from both national and regional papers and news agencies in Belgium, France, Germany, Poland, Romania, Sweden, and Turkey, first traveled to Washington, DC to explore the national political context of this year's congressional races, and gain some deeper insights in the American political process.SWP researchers present book on the Economic Burden of World OrderOctober 25, 2006 / BerlinOn October 25, 2006, GMF hosted Jens van Scherpenberg from Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik, a German institute for international politics and security, in Berlin to present, "Sharing the Economic Burden of World Order."U.S. Attorney General discusses the Rule of Law in the War on TerrorOctober 25, 2006 / BerlinOn October 25, GMF Berlin, together with the U.S. Embassy in Berlin, hosted a major policy speech by U.S. Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales on "The Rule of Law in the War on Terror."GMF and Bucerius Law School host China ConferenceOctober 19, 2006 / Washington, DCFrom October 19-21, the German Marshall Fund of the United States and the Bucerius Law School organized a joint conference, "The United States, Europe, and China: Toward a Global Strategic Triangle," in Washington, DC.GMF staff members awarded French National Order of MeritOctober 09, 2006 / Belgrade and Washington, DCDr. Ulrike Guérot, Senior Transatlantic Fellow, and Ivan Vejvoda, Director of the Balkan Trust for Democracy, both received the French National Order of Merit this year.Virginia benefits from Stuttgart’s regional developement experienceAugust 08, 2006 / Washington, DCOn Tuesday, August 8, GMF Washington’s Comparative Domestic Policy program hosted a luncheon entitled “Different Structures – Similar Problems: Transatlantic City-to-City Learning.” The discussion focused on the partnership between Northern Virginia in the United States and the Stuttgart Region in Germany.Basescu: Romania is committed to strengthing partnership with United StatesJuly 27, 2006 / Washington, DCOn July 27, GMF's Washington office organized a dinner for Romanian President Traian Basescu to discuss U.S.-Romanian relations, NATO enlargement in the Black Sea region, U.S. visa policies, and Romania's committment to the "War on Terror."GMF opens the ?Black Box? of Doha Economic ModelingJuly 21, 2006 / Washington, DCOn Friday, July 21, the Economic Policy Program hosted a public luncheon discussion on the subject of economic modeling and the changing numbers on trade liberalization and global poverty.GMF holds workshop on Russia and the WestJuly 11, 2006 / BerlinOn July 11, GMF’s Berlin office and the Heinrich Böll Foundation co-hosted a workshop entitled “Russia and the West: Energy and Security Policy at the G8 Summit.”Transatlantic experts tackle PakistanJuly 03, 2006 / BrusselsOn July 3, GMF Brussels hosted George Perkovich and Frédéric Grare, both at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, for a talk entitled “Pakistan: Time to Stop Pretending.” Grare and Perkovich offered different perspectives on Pakistan; Grare analyzed the regime, border issues, and the situation on the ground in Pakistan while Perkovich offered perceptions from an international standpoint. Robert Kagan, a GMF Transatlantic Fellow and Senior Associate at Carnegie, moderated the session.Ambassador Gray touts energy securityJune 29, 2006 / BerlinOn June 29, GMF Berlin hosted a dinner discussion for C. Boyden Gray, U.S. Ambassador to the EU, on energy security from a transatlantic perspective, and especially the challenges the United States and Europe face. Also discussed were issues including energy efficiency, global warming, environment, Russia, and geopolitics.6th Annual Transatlantic Conference for Young LeadersJune 23, 2006 / Tremezzo, ItalyOn June 23, GMF successfully concluded its Tremezzo Young Leaders’ Conference. This year's conference was a confirmation of a "transatlantic pragmatic optimism," with a willingness to listen and discuss constructively.“Frontiers of Europe” debatedJune 21, 2006 / IstanbulOn June 21 and 22 in Istanbul, GMF and the Brookings Institute co-hosted a workshop titled “Frontiers of Europe.” The widely attended event involved participants from the United States, the European Union, and wider Europe.Examining the reforms of New Zealand’s agricultural policiesJune 14, 2006 / Washington, DCOn June 14, the Economic Policy Program hosted a public luncheon and discussion for the Special Agricultural Envoy from New Zealand, entitled, “Why not go Cold Turkey? Farming Without Subsidies: Lessons from New Zealand."USAID official speaks on aid effectivenessJune 13, 2006 / Washington, DCThe Economic Policy Program hosted a luncheon discussion with Dan Runde, Director of the Office of Global Development Alliances (GDA) at USAID. This event was initiated and moderated by GMF’s Senior Transatlantic Fellow Paul Applegarth and was part of an ongoing series on aid effectiveness.Fourth annual U.S.?EU Summit Think Tank Symposium heldJune 11, 2006 / ViennaThe fourth annual Think Tank Symposium, one of GMF’s flagship events, was convened this year in Vienna, Austria, on June 11 and 12. The Think Tank Symposium is a high-profile series of events that brings together more than 40 leading experts from both sides of the Atlantic to discuss issues of transatlantic concern.Karen Hughes discusses America’s image with MMF alumniJune 08, 2006 / BrusselsOn June 8, GMF’s Transatlantic Center in Brussels hosted Karen Hughes, under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs. Hughes met with a small group of Brussels-based Marshall Memorial Fellows working in the European Union and around its institutions for an informal discussion, exchanging thoughts and ideas on the United States’ image abroad and how they could be improved.Leading experts discuss ways forward on Aid for TradeJune 06, 2006 / Washington, DCThis policy conference on prospects for the emerging Aid for Trade agenda at the World Trade Organization was designed to raise awareness in Washington about the importance of Aid for Trade and to be a forum for discussion to help shape the forthcoming WTO task force recommendations. Agreement on Aid for Trade will be a key component of a successful, pro-development outcome to the Doha Round.Peter Weitz Prizes AwardedJune 05, 2006 / Washington, DCSebastian Rotella and Philip Shishkin were awarded the Peter R. Weitz Journalism Prize on Monday, June 5. Latvian President Vaira Vike-Freiberga delivered a keynote speech emphasizing the important role of journalists as communicators between decision makers and the population.GMF journalism fellow presents book on American valuesJune 01, 2006 / Washington, DCOn June 1, National Journal columnist and GMF Journalism Fellow Bruce Stokes presented his book "America Against the World: How We Are Different and Why We Are Disliked" along with co-author Andrew Kohut at a luncheon held by GMF's Washington, DC office.U.S. Rep. Wexler discusses Middle EastMay 31, 2006 / Washington, DCOn May 31, GMF hosted a luncheon for Congressman Robert Wexler (D-FL), a senior member on the International Relations Committee, to speak about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, relationships between Turkey and the European Union, and the United States and Germany.Alan Makovsky discusses U.S.-Turkish RelationsMay 31, 2006 / AnkaraOn May 29, Alan Makovsky, a senior staff member on the U.S. House Committee on International Relations, talked about recent developments in Turkish-U.S. relations and anti-Americanism in Turkey at a lunch hosted by GMF's Ankara office.Workshop explores the economic dimensions of global migrationMay 25, 2006 / Washington, DCOn May 25th, the Economic Policy Program hosted a workshop on migration and development that marked the beginning of the new migration initiative within the Economics Program and explored the economic and social impacts of migration for sending and receiving countries.Professor says German-American relations on mendMay 17, 2006 / BerlinOn May 17, Johns Hopkins University professor and GMF Transatlantic Fellow Stephen Szabo and GMF Transatlantic Fellow delivered a lecture — "Mending Ways or Parting Ways? Prospects for German-American Relations" — in which he said that Germany and the United States have moved past the Iraq debate and have started rebuilding the transatlantic alliance.Impacts of global migration discussedMay 16, 2006 / BerlinIn the light of recent debates about migration and intergration, such as President George W. Bush's recent televised address to the United States, on May 16, the German Marshall Fund's Berlin Office brought together a select group of experts from Europe and the United States to discuss the economic and social impacts of global migration.Brussels Forum: Transatlantic Challenges in a Global EraApril 28, 2006 / BrusselsBrussels Forum is an annual high-level meeting of the most influential American and European political, corporate, and intellectual leaders to address pressing challenges currently facing both sides of the Atlantic. The inaugural Brussels Forum took place April 28–30, 2006, in Brussels, Belgium. Heads of state, senior officials from the European Union institutions and the member states, U.S. Senators, and Parliamentarians were among the 280 participants.2006 Marshall Forum on Transatlantic AffairsMarch 16, 2006 / Tremezzo, ItalyAs the transatlantic community grapples with local and global challenges and searches for ways to address them together, GMF will convene the 6th annual Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs on the shores of Lake Como in northern Italy.Romanian official says Black Sea important to United States, EuropeMarch 07, 2006 / Washington, DCGMF hosted Sergiu Medar, national security advisor to the Romanian president, March 7 for a discussion on challenges and opportunities in the Black Sea region. Mr. Medar said that with some 20 billion tons of untapped oil resources, the Black Sea should be an area of interest for the transatlantic community. He also underscored the region’s potential to serve as a barricade against “asymmetrical threats” like terrorism, organized crime, and human and drug trafficking.Developing-country policymakers assess prospects for trade talksMarch 06, 2006 / Washington, DCGMF, together with the International Centre for Trade and Sustainable Development, hosted developing-country policymakers for two days of talks on the prospects for a pro-development outcome of WTO negotiations. The delegation met different stakeholders in Washington — including U.S. congressional staff, administration officials, think tank representatives, and the media — to increase understanding of each side’s policy goals and to strengthen cooperation on the Doha Development Agenda.U.S., French experts share best practices on equal access to higher educationMarch 03, 2006 / ParisOn March 3, GMF’s Paris office held a seminar on immigration and minority youth, focusing primarily on equal access to higher education.German, American lawmakers exchange views on transatlantic themesFebruary 24, 2006 / San DiegoFor four days, German and American lawmakers gathered in San Diego, California, to participate in the third annual Congress–Bundestag Forum, where they renewed and deepened contacts with each other and shared knowledge about political processes on both sides of the Atlantic.German Chancellor inaugurates GMF headquartersJanuary 13, 2006 / Washington, DCOn Jan. 13, GMF welcomed German Chancellor Angela Merkel for the dedication of its newly renovated headquarters in Washington. She said that the values of the Marshall Plan — freedom, democracy, and securing citizens’ rights — are just as important today as they were 50 years ago.Expert: Broaden U.S.-Turkey relationshipDecember 20, 2005 / AnkaraDr. Ian Lesser, president of Mediterranean Advisors LLC, and an expert on the Mediterranean region, told an Ankara audience that the Turkish-American relationship should diversify beyond security, though security still demands large-scale cooperation in dealing with Iran.U.S. and EU farm support transparency addressed at Hong Kong MinisterialDecember 14, 2005 / Hong KongIn the midst of negotiations at the WTO Ministerial in Hong Kong on December 14, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) held a breakfast meeting and discussion with NGO members, key stakeholders, and the media on one of the pivotal issues of the conference — agriculture support levels.Dutch Minister Delivers Anti-poverty Message at WTO Hong Kong MinisterialDecember 13, 2005 / Hong KongAs the World Trade Organization’s 6th Ministerial Conference got underway in Hong Kong yesterday, the German Marshall Fund (GMF), in partnership with the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, assembled key corporate, NGO and government stakeholders for a reception and discussion session on completing the Doha Development Round (DDR).U.S. Ambassador to Germany praises coalition’s transatlanticismDecember 12, 2005 / BerlinAt a Dec. 12 reception in Berlin for 250 GMF alumni, U.S. Ambassador to Germany William R. Timken Jr. praised the new German coalition government's commitment to partnership with the United States. He also spoke about transatlantic ties beyond government-to-government relations. “The ties that bind Americans and Europeans... connect us in the most personal way," he said.TUSIAD rep assesses American-Turkish relationsDecember 08, 2005 / AnkaraSpeaking on recent developments in relations between the United States and Turkey, Abdullah Akyuz, the Washington, DC, representative of the Turkish Industrialists’ and Businessmen’s Association (TUSIAD), told an Ankara luncheon on December 8 that the Iraq war continues to define the current state of the relationship.U.S. Homeland Security deputy touts balance, cooperationDecember 06, 2005 / BrusselsU.S. Deputy Secretary for Homeland Security Michael P. Jackson told a Brussels roundtable on security that the United States and EU share a common problem — dealing with border and transportation security while preserving the human rights values of free societies.New Economic Analysis reveals possible Doha Round outcomesDecember 01, 2005 / Washington, DCLess than two weeks from the start of the critical World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial in Hong Kong, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) announced the results of the first simulation analysis of proposals by the United States and Europe currently on the table at the WTO and their impacts on global trade and development, completed by International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI).Democracy promotion roundtable heldNovember 22, 2005 / ParisOn November 22, the German Marshall Fund’s Paris office hosted a roundtable on transatlantic democracy promotion from the American, Central and East European, and West European perspectives.TAF Cooley discusses politics of U.S. bases abroadNovember 17, 2005 / Washington, DCJoined by the Romanian ambassador to the United States, former TAF Alexander Cooley presented the results of his research on the politics of U.S. bases abroad. The presentation was part of a bigger book project about how the United States deals with the balance between maintaining military bases in nondemocratic countries and its broader commitment to promoting democracy.Kristol: U.S. conservatives face historic challenges, opportunitiesNovember 10, 2005 / BrusselsBill Kristol, editor of the Weekly Standard, gave a tour of the American conservative movement's past, present, and future before an engaged Brussels audience.Mark Leonard debates European power at U.S. book launchNovember 03, 2005 / Washington, DCOn November 3, the German Marshall Fund hosted the U.S. release of former TAF Mark Leonard’s Why Europe Will Run the 21st Century. The event in Washington, attended by a packed audience of more than 70 participants, featured a lively debate between Mr. Leonard and John C. Hulsman of the Heritage Foundation.New U.S. national security strategy presentedNovember 02, 2005 / Berlin, Brussels, ParisBob Boorstin and Lawrence Korb, from the Washington-based Center for American Progress, presented their new report on U.S. national security to European audiences during a GMF-hosted tour through Berlin, Brussels, and Paris.Quinlan argues transatlantic economic ties are strongOctober 24, 2005 / Brussels, Paris, AnkaraGMF Transatlantic Fellow Joseph Quinlan recently completed a swing through Brussels, Paris, and Ankara, where, in conjunction with GMF offices in those cities, he presented his research showing that the transatlantic economy is as robust and vital as ever.Thurston, Cook present data on recipients of U.S. and EU agriculture subsidiesOctober 14, 2005 / BrusselsTo an audience of interested people from the European Commission, European Parliament, NGOs, diplomatic missions, and news organizations, Jack Thurston and Ken Cook provided an update on their work uncovering the recipients of U.S. and EU agricultural subsidies.Aldonas shares vision for transatlantic economic leadershipSeptember 26, 2005 / BrusselsIn his first visit to Brussels as GMF’s new economic policy director, Grant Aldonas shared his vision for achieving transatlantic leadership on the global economic stage.Weitz Prizes awarded, Rep. Van Hollen delivers keynoteSeptember 26, 2005 / Washington, DCGMF awarded the 2005 Peter R. Weitz Journalism Prize for excellence in reporting on European affairs to the Washington Post’s Craig Whitlock and John W. Miller of Dow Jones Newswires. The event featured a keynote address by U.S. Congressman Chris Van Hollen, who spoke about the importance of the transatlantic relationship and its evolving role in the 21st century.U.S. envoy to NATO outlines priorities in first public addressSeptember 22, 2005 / BrusselsNATO should develop further its capacity to train security forces in global hotspots, but is “woefully underfunded” to accomplish that and other priorities, said Victoria Nuland, the new U.S. permanent representative to NATO. Nuland also advocated broadening NATO partnerships in the Middle East, in North Africa, and with countries like Australia and Japan.GMF Fellow discusses Geographical Indications in the Doha RoundSeptember 20, 2005 / Washington, DCStephanie Henning, a transatlantic fellow of the German Marshall Fund based in Brussels, presented her research and analysis on Geographic Indications (GIs) in luncheon discussion entitled, "Beyond Culture and Rights: Geographical Indications and Economic Interests in the Doha Round," at a luncheon discussion in GMF’s Washington, DC office.U.S. Senator outlines future of transatlantic relationsJuly 20, 2005 / Washington, DCIn an address on transatlantic relations, U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE), a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, laid out his vision for American foreign policy in the 21st century and highlighted the challenges and areas of cooperation that lie ahead in the U.S.–European relationship.TAF Cooley presents research on U.S. basesJuly 14, 2005 / BrusselsOn July 14, at GMF’s Brussels Transatlantic Center, Transatlantic Fellow Alexander Cooley held a seminar on “U.S. Military Bases and Democratization: Can the U.S. Manage the Balance?”, where he presented the results of his research as a Fellow. The presentation was part of a bigger book project that Cooley has been working on about how the United States deals with the balance between maintaining military bases in nondemocratic countries and its broader commitment to promoting democracy.Experts debate framework for cultural tradeJuly 14, 2005 / Washington, DCGMF Transatlantic Fellow Áurea María Roldán Martín convened a roundtable discussion on “Cultural Diversity and Trade” to mark the culmination of her research on the global exchange of cultural goods and services. The event featured two leading thinkers on the subject — James C. Early of the Smithsonian Institution and George Mason University Professor Tyler Cowen.G8 Parallel Summit on African DevelopmentJuly 06, 2005 / EdinburghWith the G8 meeting just a short distance away, the German Marshall Fund together with the Partnership to Cut Hunger and Poverty in Africa convened other leaders from Africa, the United States, Europe, and the international business and nonprofit communities in Edinburgh to discuss the future of Africa through the lens of poverty alleviation, trade, and development.Think Tank Symposium works on transatlantic geo-strategyJune 30, 2005 / Washington, DCEach June, GMF holds the annual Think Tank Symposium on the eve of the official U.S.–EU Summit to discuss current trends and issues facing the transatlantic relationship. This year's theme was “A Common Transatlantic Geo-Strategy for the European Neighborhood.”5th Annual Transatlantic Conference for Young LeadersJune 22, 2005 / Tremezzo, ItalyEvery year since 2001, the German Marshall Fund together with the Bertelsmann Foundation has convened the Transatlantic Conference for Young Leaders on the shores of Lake Como in Tremezzo, Italy.Bundestag Members Learn About U.S. Foreign PolicyJune 17, 2005 / BerlinThe 4th annual Bundestag Forum on the United States brings U.S. foreign policy experts to the seat of German government.EU Trade Commissioner Advocates Strong Economic TiesJune 17, 2005 / Washington, DCAhead of the official U.S.–EU Summit, GMF hosted EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson for a discussion on recent developments in the European Union and how they will impact transatlantic relations and economic ties. Commissioner Mandelson spoke on the challenges that the United States and Europe face in a changing global economy.U.S. Prof explains roots of “red state” AmericaJune 10, 2005 / BerlinOn June 10, in an effort by GMF to help Europeans understand "red state" America, George Washington University Professor Henry R. Nau told a Berlin audience about the roots of American conservatism.Democratic pollster sketches liberal challengesJune 06, 2005 / BrusselsStan Greenberg says President Bush's poll numbers are falling, but the Democrats aren't seeing a corresponding gain.4th annual Transatlantic Journalists ForumJune 02, 2005 / San AntonioThe German Marshall Fund, in cooperation with the European Commission, convened the fourth annual Transatlantic Journalists Forum in Texas. The border state was chosen as a perfect location to discuss the theme “Borders, Neighborhoods, and Political Landscapes in Europe and North America.”On the Road to Hong Kong: Transatlantic Leadership in World TradeJune 01, 2005 / Washington, DCOn June 1, the German Marshall Fund, in partnership with the Committee for Economic Development (CED), hosted a roundtable discussion on the challenges facing world trade negotiations in the run-up to the WTO Ministerial in Hong Kong.Burns Outlines U.S. Foreign Policy PrioritiesMay 26, 2005 / BrusselsU.S. Under Secretary of State Nick Burns tells foreign policy specialists and democracy promoters that American foreign policy will center on spreading democracy through the transatlantic alliance.U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Chertoff advocates “Security Envelopes”May 23, 2005 / BrusselsU.S. Secretary for Homeland Security Michael Chertoff told a Brussels audience on of his desire to create a “security envelope” that would allow for both high security standards and ease of transport for both people and goods.2005 American Marshall Memorial Fellowship SeminarMay 20, 2005 / ClevelandGMF held its fifth annual American Marshall Memorial Fellowship Seminar in Cleveland, Ohio. Organized together with the Cleveland Conference Committee of MMF alumni, the weekend saw vibrant policy analysis and discussion, and gave Fellows an opportunity to reconnect with each other and to the broader transatlantic debate.The EU Constitution and its Impact on Transatlantic RelationsApril 28, 2005 / Washington, DCGMF convened about 45 European and American policy experts to discuss the EU Constitution and its impact on transatlantic relations one month before a crucial French referendum. The one-and-a-half day conference was held to raise awareness of Europe’s new constitution on the other side of the Atlantic and to consider the possible outcomes of the ongoing ratification process.Selling Democracy: Films of the Marshall Plan at 2005 Filmfest DCApril 15, 2005 / Washington, DCWith support from the German Marshall Fund, the 2005 Washington, DC, International Film Festival will showcase a series of films from the late 1940s and early 1950s that documented and promoted initiatives of the European Recovery Program, familiarly known as the Marshall Plan. The program will be launched with an opening event on April 15 at Regal Cinemas with remarks by Harlan Cleveland, former assistant director for Europe at the Marshall Plan Agency.Trade & Development Speaker Series: Putting Development Back into DohaApril 13, 2005 / Washington, DCGMF’s Trade & Development program hosted Dr. Thomas Hertel, founding director of the Global Trade Analysis Project (GTAP), for a discussion on how WTO negotiations can successfully spur development. Dr. Hertel argued that ambitious tariff cuts are necessary in both developed and developing countries, with complementary domestic policies enabling the poor to take advantage of new market opportunities.2005 Marshall Forum on Transatlantic AffairsApril 07, 2005 / Elmau, GermanyGMF held the 2005 Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs, entitled "The Global Reach of the Transatlantic Partnership" April 7–10 at Schloss Elmau in Elmau, Germany. Understanding U.S. and EU Clean Energy PolicyApril 04, 2005 / Washington, DCThe German Marshall Fund in cooperation with the National Commission on Energy Policy hosted a conference to discuss the implications of transatlantic energy policy for the environment, the global economy, and international security — concerns increasingly important to both the United States and the EU.Trade and Poverty Forum Urges Key Democracies to Enact Trade Policy ReformApril 02, 2005 / Nagoya, JapanThe Trade and Poverty Forum held its third plenary meeting April 2–4 in Nagoya, Japan, to mobilize political support and resources around trade reform proposals that could form the basis of an agreement in the Doha Round. Joined by Japanese Foreign Minister Nobutaka Machimura and U.S. congressmen Jim Kolbe (R–AZ) and Adam Smith (D–WA) at the conclusion of the meeting, the Forum announced plans to advance the recommendations of its Call to Action at three key 2005 events.New Trends and Processes for the Integration of ImmigrantsMarch 11, 2005 / BerlinAmerican experiences with immigration are unique, but there is still much Germans can learn from the United States, a panel of American immigration experts told their German counterparts at a transatlantic immigration conference.Trade & Development Speaker Series: Origins and Implications of Brazil?s WTO Cotton CaseMarch 09, 2005 / Washington, DCIn the wake of the WTO's decision that domestic subsidies to American cotton farmers violate international trade rules, GMF hosted Scott Anderson, lead lawyer for the Brazilians in the suit, and Aluisio de Lima-Campos of the Brazilian Embassy in Washington, DC, for a luncheon discussion on the origins of the case and its implications for the United States, Brazil, and ongoing global trade negotiations.Mark Leonard Looks at European PowerMarch 08, 2005 / BrusselsThe German Marshall Fund's Transatlantic Center in Brussels hosted the book release for Why Europe Will Run the 21st Century by Mark Leonard, foreign policy director at the Centre for European Reform. Mr. Leonard wrote the book on the EU's transformative power, in part as an answer to Robert Kagan's Of Paradise and Power, while serving as a transatlantic fellow with GMF.Trade & Development Speaker Series: Agricultural Trade Reform and the Doha Development AgendaFebruary 23, 2005 / Washington, DCGMF's Trade & Development program hosted World Bank economist Kym Anderson for a luncheon discussion on “Agricultural Trade Reform and the Doha Development Agenda.” Dr. Anderson argued that in terms of global merchandise trade, opening agricultural markets is “by far the biggest potential contributor to global and developing-country welfare gains.”GMF’s Bratislava conference champions democracy in Eastern EuropeFebruary 23, 2005 / BratislavaTaking place the day before President George W. Bush met with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in the Slovak capital of Bratislava, the setting for the German Marshall Fund's February 23 conference "A New Quest for Democracy" could not have been more fitting.Trade & Development Speaker Series: Reform of U.S. and European Agricultural PoliciesFebruary 08, 2005 / Washington, DCTo launch a bimonthly speaker series on transatlantic trade issues, GMF's Trade & Development program hosted the Foreign Policy Centre's Jack Thurston and the Environmental Working Group's Ken Cook to discuss reform of U.S. and European agricultural policies.U.S. Secretary of State addresses EU audience at GMF’s Transatlantic Center in BrusselsDecember 08, 2004 / BrusselsIn his final visit to Europe as Secretary of State, and on the 3rd anniversary of GMF's Transatlantic Center in Brussels, U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell spoke on shared U.S. and European values and a tradition of commitment to freedom and democracy that forms the basis of the transatlantic relationship and its institutions.
U.S. Senators Meet with NGOs in the BalkansNovember 10, 2004 / Belgrade

On November 10, the Balkan Trust for Democracy (BTD) hosted U.S. Senators and U.S. Ambassadors to Serbia and Montenegro for a meeting with nine Serbian non-governmental organizations.

Fourth annual Transatlantic Conference for Young LeadersOctober 20, 2004 / Tremezzo, ItalyGMF and the Bertelsmann Foundation held the fourth annual Tremezzo young leaders conference, entitled “Transatlantic Relations Reloaded — Defining the Matrix for EU–U.S. Cooperation,” bringing some 40 Europeans and Americans to discuss pressing global issues in the run-up to the U.S. presidential election.GMF hosts workshop on promoting Policy Coherence for DevelopmentOctober 01, 2004 / Washington, DCThe German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) and the Dutch government sponsored a workshop, Promoting Policy Coherence for Development, which brought some 50 senior officials from industrial and developing countries, the major multilateral organizations, and leading foundations and non-governmental organizations to GMF’s Washington headquarters.GMF Fellow speaks to British parliamentarians on tradeSeptember 27, 2004 / Brighton, UKThe Foreign Policy Centre (FPC) with sponsorship from Nestlé welcomed GMF Senior Transatlantic Fellow John Audley to present findings from GMF’s Reconciling Trade and Poverty Reduction report to British MPs attending the annual Labour Party conference in Brighton.The Transatlantic Fight against TerrorismJuly 24, 2004 / BrusselsThe GMF Transatlantic Center in Brussels hosted a discussion about "The Transatlantic Fight against Terrorism" on June 24 with guest speaker Admiral James Loy, the deputy secretary in the Department of Homeland Security.3rd Annual Transatlantic Journalists ForumJuly 11, 2004 / BrusselsThe German Marshall Fund, in cooperation with the European Commission, convened the third annual Transatlantic Journalists Forum in Brussels, Belgium, where journalists were able to exchange views on issues of homeland security.Second Annual U.S.?EU Summit Think Tank SymposiumJune 13, 2004 / DublinWith support from the European Commission, the German Marshall Fund, and the Irish Institute for European Affairs, the second annual U.S.–EU Summit Think Tank Symposium took place June 13–14, 2004, in Dublin, capping the six-month Irish presidency of the European Union.Third annual Bundestag Forum on the United StatesMay 27, 2004 / BerlinThe German Marshall Fund held the third annual Bundestag Forum on the United States, entitled "Is the Transatlantic Rift Over? The U.S. Perspective in 2004 and Beyond" six months before the U.S. presidential election.The 2004 AMMF Alumni Seminar, U.S.-European Policy Priorities: Finding Common GroundMarch 19, 2004 / DallasThe 2004 AMMF Alumni Seminar, "U.S.-European Policy Priorities: Finding Common Ground," was held on March 19-21 in Dallas, Texas.