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The historic #NATOSummit 2024 concluded. #NATOPA Leadership convened in #Washington to address the Alliance's transformation and the existential threat of authoritarianism. Read the key takeaways 👉 https://lnkd.in/epRnkREj Yesterday, President Gerald E. Connolly held a studio interview at the NATO Public Forum with German Marshall Fund of the United States Managing Director, Kristina Berza. Spotlight on the NATO PA 👇
🇭🇺 🇪🇺 "When the political calendar gives him the opportunity, Viktor Orbán can be expected to take his disruptive diplomacy to new levels." ➡️ Senior Fellow Daniel Hegedus analyzes the Hungarian Prime Minister's tactical de-escalation. 🔗 Read More: https://bit.ly/3WOrqfK
🇪🇺 Europe has encountered unprecedented security challenges that impact the continent’s energy security. ♻️ GMF Policy Designers Network Fellows argue that Europe must diversify energy sources, enhance energy efficiency, and invest in renewable infrastructure: https://bit.ly/4caOSbz
🇺🇦 "Ukraine has given us a very clear sense of purpose. We understand the urgency. We understand the importance of maintaining our unity." 🗣️ U.S. Ambassador to NATO, Julianne Smith joined GMF for this year's #BrusselsForum. 📺 Rewatch the full conversation: https://bit.ly/498lgdm
🇺🇦 “People ask, ‘what can we do?’ Have conversations. With local churches, entrepreneurs, and Rotarians. With your family. With your local leaders.” 🚂 Last week, the Whistlestops for Ukraine tour touched down in Grands Rapids, Michigan, for a day of moving and meaningful conversations about the war in Ukraine, and how local residents are engaging. 🤝 The day began with a conversation about Dnipro, Ukraine - an International Friendship City of Grand Rapids. Justin Menkveld, CEO of local digital agency Calder Solutions and the Dnipro Friendship City Chair, talked about his company’s connections to the city, which has been heavily targeted by Russian shelling during the war. Representatives from the Dnipro City Council expressed their interest in deepening their connections with Grand Rapids. 📺 Next, GMF President Heather A. Conley spoke to two Michigan residents, Ukrainian Michigan State Fulbright Scholar Dmytro Shynkaruk & surgeon Mark Hnatiuk, as part of a WKAR at Michigan State University documentary tracing the journeys of a set of diverse individuals supporting the Ukrainian cause. They are just two of the countless stories of supporters of Ukraine in communities throughout America. Stay tuned for details about how to watch the documentary when it airs. 🎤 At lunch time, President Conley was joined virtually by representatives from the Ukrainian embassy for a conversation with Grand Rapids’ business and global affairs community hosted by the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce and featuring introductions by Mayor Rosalynn Bliss. President Conley spoke about the criticality of Ukrainian victory to American safety and economic prosperity. ❤️ Lastly, the tour visited HAS HEART, Grand Rapids based nonprofit that connects the veterans and creatives, at their coffee shop/community space, for a conversation with the local veteran’s community. “A lot of us have been on the frontlines. We know how that feels," said one veteran present. Participants discussed how Ukrainian veterans and soldiers might be better supported by their American counterparts. Hundreds of American soldiers have volunteered to fight in Ukraine, and over 30 have been killed, with countless more taking part in support activities like fundraising and advocacy within the United States. 🎪 The Whistlestop tour continues on August 13th in Des Moines, Iowa, where GMF and the tour partners will visit the Iowa State Fair for more conversations about America’s critical role in supporting Ukrainian victory. To learn more about the tour, visit: www.gmfus.org/whistlestops #Whistlestops4UKR
Last week, during The German Marshall Fund of the United States' Whistlestops for Ukraine, we had the privilege of participating in an engaging talk with US #veterans at HAS HEART Coffee Shop. The veterans in attendance were highly engaged, asking how they can help Ukrainian veterans and posing challenging questions like, "How do we know Putin will stop if Ukraine wins?" and "How do we prepare refugees to be ready to go home after the war ends?" Special thanks to Heather Conley of the German Marshall Fund (GMF) for their invaluable contributions to the discussion and organizing this meeting and to Michael Hyacinthe with Has Heart Coffee Shop for hosting this event. Your questions and support make a significant impact. #Ukraine #Michigan #standwithukraine
🇺🇦 The future of Ukrainian restoration management is now highly uncertain due to internal political moves. 🤝 GMF's Josh Rudolph and Ayleen Cameron argue that any national restoration process should be supported by civil society and international donors. Read below: https://bit.ly/3WtIEhc
🗣️ "NATO's message is very clear [...] NATO is speaking loudly and clearly with its actions." 🇺🇸 Secretary Antony Blinken spoke with GMF President Heather A. Conley at this year's #NATOPublicForum. ⏩ Watch the full conversation: https://bit.ly/4eA404P
🇺🇸 Whatever the result of the US election in November, 3️⃣ priorities will endure. ⬇️ GMF expert Kristine Berzina provides insights on the future of transatlantic security policy: https://bit.ly/3Yk1Iky
🇩🇪 🇫🇷 Germany celebrated the French parliamentary election result. ➡️ Juliette Maresté explains how worries over an unstable government in Paris now brings uncertainty to the bilateral relationship: https://bit.ly/4cxFRdM
