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Andrew Light Speaker Tour in Europe

Sarah Halls — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:37:46 +0000

GMF Senior Fellow Andrew Light participated in a speaking tour in Europe to discuss opportunities for transatlantic cooperation on climate and energy policy in the second Obama administration.

Deal Between Kosovo, Serbia is a European Solution to a European Problem

Ashley vonClausburg — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:25:01 +0000

In this podcast, GMF Vice President of Programs Ivan Vejvoda discusses last month's historic agreement to normalize relations between Kosovo and Serbia.

From Crisis to Collapse

GMF Editor — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:56:29 +0000

Europe’s problems are mirrored on the national level: Regions like Catalonia are speaking up against transfer payments – and contemplate secession.

A Growing Institution and a Growing Disconnect

Sarah Halls — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:52:40 +0000

In this video from the Mediterranean Strategy Group in Lisbon, Elena Panaritis, founder and director of Panel Group and Thought Action, explains the growing disconnect between Europeans and their governments.

The Difficult Case for British Membership in the EU

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 01 May 2013 20:49:29 +0000

This policy brief discusses a possible British withdrawal from the European Union.

Turkey and the Future of the Transatlantic Alliance

GMF Editor — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:48:30 +0000

GMF & the SETA Foundation of Washington, DC hosted a discussion with H. E. Egemen Bagis, Minister for EU affairs and Chief Negotiator of the Republic of Turkey.

Energy in Turkey’s International Affairs and the Race for Southern Corridor

Christine Chumbler — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:23:33 +0000

This policy brief examines the role that energy plays in Turkey's foreign policy.

Thomas Kleine-Brockhoff on Background Briefing

GMF Editor — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 21:08:19 +0000

Thomas Kleine-Brockhoff on Background Briefing

Brussels Forum 2013 Session, “A Conversation with Catherine Ashton”

GMF Editor — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 19:32:44 +0000

Brussels Forum 2013 Session, "A Conversation with Catherine Ashton"

The Future of Mediterranean Europe Takes Centre Stage at the Mediterranean Strategy Group in Lisbon

Sarah Halls — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 17:24:43 +0000

The 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 Anniversary

Sarah Halls — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:21:01 +0000

The 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.

A Partnership of Magnitude: The U.S.- EU Economic Pact

Sarah Halls — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:56:34 +0000

Bruce Stokes, director of Global Economic Attitudes at the Pew Research Center discusses the economic implications and the ultimate goal of a transatlantic economic partnership between the U.S. and the EU.

Turkey’s New Drive to Reenergize EU Accession: Moving Beyond the Suboptimal Equilibrium?

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 11:03:12 +0000

This policy brief looks at the domestic and international pressures on Turkey regarding EU accession talks.

The East-West Black Sea/Caspian Sea Corridor in the Age of Uncertainty

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 18:42:01 +0000

This policy brief advocates for the development of a trade corridor between the Caspian Sea and Europe.

Avoiding a Shrinking EU in an Expanding Planet: A Turkish Contribution to the Debate on Europe’s Future

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:59:10 +0000

This policy brief offers suggestions for how Europe can regain it's pre-Great Recession status as a world leader.

Turkey-EU Relations: Back to Basics?

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 19:29:18 +0000

This policy brief examines the possibilities of re-energized accession talks between Turkey and the EU.

Freedom in the World 2013 Report: A Closer Look at Wider Europe

Sarah Halls — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 09:56:54 +0000

GMF in Brussels and the Freedom House hosted the presentation of the Freedom in the World 2013 Report: A Closer Look at Wider Europe

Safeguarding Democracy inside the EU: Brussels and the Future of Liberal Order

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:51:13 +0000

This policy paper argues that the EU lacks a way to intervene in member states where democracy is weak.

Mark Leonard Discusses Calls for British EU Exit

Ashley vonClausburg — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 16:42:57 +0000

In this video, Transatlantic Academy Bosch Public Policy Fellow Mark Leonard discusses British Prime Minister David Cameron's recent call for a renegotiation of his country's relationship with the European Union, and potential referendum on a British EU exit.

Italy at Crossroads—Again

Sarah Halls — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 18:22:31 +0000

A Conversation between Stefano Guzzini and Fabrizio Tassinari ahead of general election on 24-25 February.

A New Era for Transatlantic Trade Leadership

Sarah Halls — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 16:23:42 +0000

President Obama announced plans for a free trade agreement between the US and Europe during his annual State of the Union address. GMF publication, A New Era for Transatlantic Trade Leadership, calls for the creation of a barrier-free transatlantic market as part of ambitious recommendations for a new U.S.-EU trade agenda.

Europe Emerges from the Crisis

GMF Editor — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 06:00:52 +0000

On February 13, 2013, the German Marshall Fund of the United States hosted a discussion with Ursula von der Leyen, Federal Minister for Labor and Social Affairs of Germany.

Europe: The Pacific, Atlantic, and Arctic Offer Three New Frontiers

Sarah Halls — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 14:54:04 +0000

By evolving clearer approaches to these new frontiers, Europe would send a reassuring signal to the rest of the world that it remains a global player.

New Opportunities for Cooperation in Designing and Delivering International Aid

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:59:04 +0000

This policy brief encourages Turkey to learn from Europe and the United States as it starts international development programs.

The West and the Emerging “Gray Democracy” in Egypt

Christine Chumbler — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:51:43 +0000

This policy brief recommends that Western governments maintain pressure on Egypt for greater democracy.

The End of the Journey

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 20:43:53 +0000

This policy brief explores the future of the EU in light of the eurocrisis, and the resulting implications for the transatlantic relationship.

It Must Adapt, Not Disintegrate

Sarah Halls — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:14:03 +0000

The price to pay for disintegration is higher than any conceivable gain. Disintegration is a lazy response to a nuanced current problem.

Unfinished Transitions: Challenges and Opportunities of the EU’s and Turkey’s Responses to the “Arab Spring”

GMF Editor — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:06:23 +0000

As the geopolitical implications of the Arab uprisings become clearer, the EU and Turkey should adopt a more lucid and nuanced approach to democracy and a more explicitly political response to the “Arab Spring.”

Engaging Wisely

GMF Editor — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 19:26:12 +0000

Strategic autonomy has served India’s foreign policy well till now.

Could Rise of Global Swing States Reduce U.S. Interest in Europe?

Sarah Halls — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:29:11 +0000

In this podcast, GMF Transatlantic Fellow Dr. Dan Kliman and Sciences Po Paris Professor Alfredo Valladão discuss GMF's new publication, Global Swing States: Brazil, India, Turkey, Indonesia, and the Future of International Order.

For US and Europe, governance by brinkmanship

Sarah Halls — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:54:25 +0000

Following this practice of governance by brinkmanship, the United States has Europeanized its crisis response by artificially erecting a number of cliffs, obstacles, and deadlines.

Ian Lesser: Eastern Mediterranean Has Entered a Period of Sustained Hard Security Risks

Sarah Halls — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:55:45 +0000

Ian Lesser details the key geopolitical issues affecting the Eastern Mediterranean region during a debate on 'Security challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean and the CFSP,' held at the European Parliament.

EU should expand its Iran policy

Sarah Halls — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:51:12 +0000

EU needs to broaden its approach to Iran so that it goes beyond imposing sanction on the nation.

Book Review: Turkey in the 21st Century: Quest for a New Foreign Policy

GMF Editor — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 19:05:55 +0000

Turkey in the 21st Century: Quest for a New Foreign Policy is a welcome addition to the fast-growing literature in English on Turkish foreign policy.

A Transatlantic Perspective on the European Union and the United States in North Africa

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 18:43:32 +0000

This policy paper looks at the U.S. and EU reactions to the democratic transitions in North Africa.

Look East, Act East: transatlantic agendas in the Asia Pacific

Sarah Halls — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:40:13 +0000

Latest policy brief by GMF Fellows details transatlantic agendas in the region.

Turkey must boost investment to stay afloat of crisis

Sarah Halls — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 16:38:37 +0000

In this GMF podcast, Kemal Dervis, vice president and director of Global Economy and Development at the Brookings Institute, discusses economic and political developments in Turkey.

Emiliano Alessandri Discusses Italy’s Economy with CCTV America

Sarah Halls — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:34:18 +0000

Senior Transatlantic Fellow Emiliano Alessandri discusses how political changes in Italy will affect the nation's economy.

“Rethinking Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the U.S. and EU”

Sarah Halls — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:58:45 +0000

GMF and the U.S. Mission to the EU hosted an event on redefining innovation and entrepreneurship.

GMF-Paris & CSIS Breakfast Debate with Dr. Alexander Lennon

Sarah Halls — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:57:14 +0000

Event on the “Real China Challenge” explored Sino-American dialogue on international issues.

Global Turkey in Europe Conference

Sarah Halls — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 17:32:05 +0000

Conference discussed Turkey’s role in the EU, impact of economic crisis on Turkey and Turkish foreign policy.

Turkey and the EU: What Next?

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:00:03 +0000

This policy brief outlines two relatively positive scenarios for Turkey-EU relations.

Global Swing States and European Strategy

GMF Editor — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:56:38 +0000

A new European Global Strategy must account for one of the most important geopolitical trends of the early 21st century: the growing influence of emerging market democracies in world affairs. Four rising powers – Brazil, India, Indonesia, and Turkey – should receive special focus, for together they are key to adapting and renewing today’s international order.

A World Recast

Sarah Halls — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:36:31 +0000

New book by GMF’s Simon Serfaty argues Western era’s passing is exaggerated as an irreversible decline relative to an irresistible rise of other powers.

How the European Crisis Impacts China

Christine Chumbler — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:00:12 +0000

This policy brief argues that the European crisis has improved China’s position in the global arena.

Global Swing States: Brazil, India, Indonesia, Turkey, and the Future of International Order

Christine Chumbler — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 14:45:20 +0000

This policy paper argues that U.S. decisions today will influence whether Brazil, India, Indonesia, and Turkey contribute to the global order tomorrow.

U.S. Foreign Policy after the 2012 U.S. Presidential Elections

Sarah Halls — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:04:07 +0000

Warsaw Office event discussed potential changes to U.S. foreign policy post elections

Crash Landing International Aviation Emission Talks Could Ignite Trade War

Ashley vonClausburg — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 18:49:52 +0000

Cathleen Kelly interviews Senior Transatlantic Fellow Jennifer Hillman about trade implications of an EU decision to regulate climate pollution on all flights within its territories.

Ukraine between Russia and the EU: What’s the way forward?

Sarah Halls — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 18:24:59 +0000

GMF’s Warsaw Office partnered with several organizations for a seminar titled: Ukraine between Russia and the EU: What's the way forward? The seminar took place at the European Commission in Poland.

The Changing Landscape of the Arab World and Implications for the EU and Turkey

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:32:52 +0000

This policy brief summarizes discussions from a recent workshop with participants from the EU, Turkey, the United States, and the Middle East.

Untapped Trilateralism: Common Economic and Security Interests of the EU, the US and China

Sarah Halls — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 12:31:01 +0000

Ties between the EU, China, and the U.S. are more interlinked than ever but a joint collaborative response remains elusive.

Gas Discoveries in the Eastern Mediterranean: Implications for the European Union

Christine Chumbler — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 20:18:51 +0000

This policy brief explains why the EU needs to be involved in Eastern Mediterranean natural gas issues.

Stefano Sannino Outlines Next Steps for EU Enlargement at GMF Lunch Briefing Event

Sarah Halls — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 08:15:54 +0000

On October 22, Stefano Sannino, Director General for Enlargement at the European Commission, presented the Commission’s annual Enlargement Package to a GMF audience.

EU Enlargement’s Next Steps Focus on Turkey and the Balkans

Sarah Halls — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 08:05:55 +0000

In this GMF podcast, Michael Leigh, GMF senior advisor, speaks with Stefano Sannino, the director general for Enlargement at the European Commission about the EU's enlargement agenda.

Bennett, Vimont, Kennard, Schaake discuss U.S. Elections and Foreign Policy Implications

Elizabeth Boswell Rega — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:26:34 +0000

On October 24, 2012, the GMF Brussels office hosted a discussion on the 2012 U.S. elections and possible foreign policy outcomes.

Changes in the Mediterranean Security Environment: A View From Athens

Christine Chumbler — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 13:57:58 +0000

This policy brief examines Greece's absence from developments in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey’s Transformation and Its Future Influence: A Critical Link

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 22:51:01 +0000

This policy brief looks at how Turkey is responding to domestic and international pressures.

Ukrainian Energy Security: Between Mortgage and Profit

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 22:42:24 +0000

This policy brief examines Ukraine's major energy challenges and how they relate to the country's foreign policy.

Airlines Could Profit From New European Emissions Regulations

Ashley vonClausburg — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:31:43 +0000

In this GMF Podcast, Nigel Purvis and Samuel Grausz, authors of the new paper "Air Supremacy" discuss the major myths surrounding new EU airport regulations and why the regulations don't infringe on the sovereignty of the United States.

The Arab Spring and Regional Integration: Can the EU and Turkey Cooperate?

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 16:30:15 +0000

This policy brief outlines the challenges and opportunities that regional integration faces in the wake of the Arab Spring.

A Transatlantic Partnership — Agricultural Issues

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:25:17 +0000

This policy paper looks at ways to solve the agricultural trade disputes the United States and the EU.

Ukraine Between Two Paths of Integration

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:04:49 +0000

This policy brief discusses the choice Ukraine faces between an alignment with Russia or Europe.

What if Britain left the European Union?

Megan Doherty — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:52:59 +0000

British PM David Cameron is hinting at a referendum on membership in the European Union. But remember, Britain, if you leave the EU, it's cold out there.

International Trends: Korea 2012

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 08:00:14 +0000

This survey captures perceptions about how South Korea, Europe, and the United States are responding to global power shifts.

Can the EU Bicycle Turn into a Jet Plane by 2020?

Christine Chumbler — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 08:00:39 +0000

This policy brief proposes two scenarios for the EU, based on the assumption that the eurozone will move towards closer economic and political integration.

Despite Crisis, Majority of Germans Remain Positive About Euro

Ashley vonClausburg — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:07:15 +0000

In this video, Transatlantic Academy Executive Director Stephen Szabo analyzes the results of the recent Transatlantic Trends Survey that show Germans remain positive about the euro and the EU, despite continuing economic struggles among members.

The Prospects and Meaning of a Strategic EU-Turkey Dialogue on the Neighborhood

Christine Chumbler — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:05:34 +0000

This policy brief encourages more Turkish and EU cooperation in the Mediterranean region.

Transatlantic Trends 2012

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 08:00:30 +0000

The 2012 Transatlantic Trends paints a picture of a complex relationship between the United States and Europe, and how they respond to global challenges.

Turkey and the European Sclerosis

Christine Chumbler — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 06:00:45 +0000

This policy brief argues that the eurocrisis provides more justification for Turkey to join the EU.

Rebalancing Works: The Prospects for the Eurozone Reconsidered

Christine Chumbler — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 07:00:14 +0000

This policy brief argues the U.S. debate about the eurozone is filled with misunderstandings leading to overly skeptical conclusions.

Funding Arab Reform?

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 14:38:52 +0000

This policy brief looks at the EU's efforts to encourage democratic reform in the Arab Spring countries.

Eerie Silence about the Euro Zone Crisis

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 22:07:08 +0000

This policy brief argues that at its peril, Turkey is ignoring the European Fall in favor of the Arab Spring.

Connie Hedegaard: Life as a MMF Fellow and EU-U.S. Energy Commitments

Sarah Halls — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:55:15 +0000

In this video Connie Hedegaard, European Commissioner for Climate Action, talks about the Marshall Memorial Fellowship and EU-U.S. energy agreements.

Safeguarding Investments in Natural Gas Infrastructure: Lessons Learned from Regulatory Regimes in the United States and the European Union

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:10:24 +0000

This policy paper contrasts natural gas infrastructure and regulatory systems in the United States and Europe.

Russia’s Joining the WTO — Different Approaches to Human Rights Concerns Across the Atlantic

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:05:49 +0000

With Russia's upcoming WTO admission, Europe and the U.S. will pressure the country to improve its human rights record. This paper examines the different approaches they will take.

Euro-Mediterranean Prospects and Risks

Christine Chumbler — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:29:58 +0000

This policy brief encourages Europe to invest in the countries of the Arab Spring.

Democracy Building since the Arab Spring: In Need of “Diversification”

Christine Chumbler — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 13:55:01 +0000

This policy brief advocates for diverse EU responses to the Arab Spring.

Bringing Europe Back on Track: A discussion with Danish Minister Nicolai Wammen

German Marshall Fund — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 20:45:27 +0000

GMF welcomed Danish Minister for European Affairs Nicolai Wammen for a discussion on the Danish Presidency of the European Union.

Kristen Silverberg: Despite U.S. Pivot to Asia, Transatlantic Relationship Remains Vital

Ashley vonClausburg — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 20:43:13 +0000

A conversation hosted by the GMF Warsaw Office on June 13, 2012, focused on the upcoming U.S. presidential elections and the sort of implications it could have for the European Union and Poland. Ambassador Kristen Silverberg, a GMF senior resident fellow and former ambassador to the European Union, took part in the discussion with Mr. Paweł Świeboda, president of demosEUROPA.

Germany can’t save Europe on its own

German Marshall Fund — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 14:18:20 +0000

Once again, a swelling chorus is calling on Germany to finally take action. "Start the engines, Angela," reads the colorful headline of a piece whose authors seem to assume that Chancellor Merkel commands the horsepower to save the euro, save the British and American recoveries, and -- as a throw-in -- save the Obama presidency.

Spanish bailout, Greek elections make June a make-or-break month in debt crisis

William Bohlen — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 15:39:41 +0000

One day, when historians look back to June 2012, they will likely find it was a make-or-break month for Europe. The debt crisis, now in its third year, has produced a moment of extraordinary clarity for the 17 countries joined by the euro: Either move toward real fiscal union or break apart.

Resource Rivalry in the Eastern Mediterranean: The View from Washington

Christine Chumbler — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 10:31:57 +0000

This policy brief examines the U.S. reaction to oil and gas finds in the Mediterranean.

Energy Resources in the Eastern Mediterranean: Source for Cooperation or Fuel for Tension—Preliminary Reports and Recommendations

Christine Chumbler — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 10:31:08 +0000

Opportunities and risks associated with new gas discoveries in Mediterranean.

One Year On: A Balance Sheet of the EU’s Response to the Arab Spring

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:07:34 +0000

This policy brief criticizes the EU's reaction to uprisings in the Arab world.

Commissioner Günther Oettinger Outlines “Energy Roadmap 2050”

Sarah Halls — Thu, 24 May 2012 11:50:27 +0000

On May 17, Commissioner Günther Oettinger for Energy, took part in a conversation on the “European Energy Roadmap 2050", Europe's common energy policy.

Transatlantic Trends: Public Opinion and NATO

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:03:48 +0000

This policy brief examines U.S. and European opinions on NATO.

The Missing Transatlantic Link: Trilateral Cooperation in the Post-Ottoman Space

Christine Chumbler — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:30:22 +0000

This policy brief argues for trilateral cooperation between the EU, the U.S., and Turkey.

The Path Toward a Two-Speed Europe

Christine Chumbler — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:30:56 +0000

This policy brief examines two possible ways forward for European financial institutions.

When Sisyphus met Icarus: EU-China Economic Relations during the Eurozone Crisis

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:52:01 +0000

This policy brief examines how China, the EU, and EU member states work with each other economically.

Korean Hallyu in Trade Policy

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:15:51 +0000

This policy brief looks at South Korea's use of preferential trade agreements.

Global Europe: Game Over? A Conversation with Estonian President Toomas Ilves

wpengine — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:16:19 +0000

On Friday, April 13^th GMF hosted Estonian President Toomas Ilves for a conversation on the future of Europe titled “Global Europe: Game Over?”

Turkey: A Global Swing State

Christine Chumbler — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:35:03 +0000

This policy brief argues that based on its increasingly important role on the world stage, Turkey should become a member of the EU.

Catherine Ashton: Democracy is More than One Election

Ashley vonClausburg — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:38:32 +0000

In this GMF video, EU High Representative Baroness Catherine Ashton discusses the future of the European Union following the economic crisis, the region's role in the Arab Spring, and the continuing importance of the transatlantic relationship.

Narcissism of Minor Differences or Major Economic Rifts? The Political Economy of (Post) Financial Crisis Management in the United States and the European Union

Christine Chumbler — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 21:03:42 +0000

After highlighting the key similarities and differences of the respective policy approaches in this policy paper, the authors discuss possible root causes for the financial crisis.

Will Europe Lose its East?

wpengine — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 14:16:45 +0000

Largely unnoticed by European politics and publics, a new division looms in the East of the continent.

Rebuilding Together: The Renewal of Transatlantic Leadership in the Global Economy

Christine Chumbler — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:58:11 +0000

This Brussels Forum paper is the winner of the Young Writers' competition.

The Pacific Pivot and the West

Christine Chumbler — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:34:49 +0000

This Brussels Forum paper says that the United States should not forfeit Europe for Asia.

From Transition to Transformation: Europe’s Afghanistan Decade?

Christine Chumbler — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:24:09 +0000

The Afghanistan war represents NATO’s greatest international test since the Cold War. However, without discrediting the efforts made by the ISAF mission’s EU member states, the EU has, in certain respects, punched below its weight in Afghanistan. European initiatives such as the EUPOL have proved inadequate. The EU must step up its efforts in Afghanistan to focus more on the country’s transformation into a stable and self-sufficient state by helping it develop its economy, improve its police force, ensure long-term security cooperation, and constructively engage the region, with a particular focus on Pakistan.

Ambassador Kennard: Young People are Effecting Change All Over the World

Ashley vonClausburg — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:24:23 +0000

Speaking from the 5th anniversary reception of the Young Transatlantic Network in Brussels, U.S. Ambassador to the European Union William E. Kennard gives his thoughts on the role of young people in U.S.-EU relations.

Regional Meeting of the Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI) in Berlin

wpengine — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:19:23 +0000

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.