Public debate at the Prague House in Brussels
One year into the new United States administration, transatlantic relations are entering a complex phase.
Across Europe, questions are emerging regarding strategic alignment, the sustainability of political and military support for Ukraine, and the future direction of NATO security cooperation.
Trade flows, defence-industrial capacity, supply-chain resilience, and investment coordination are also becoming increasingly integral to Alliance security.
Speakers:
- Dan Michaels, Brussels Bureau Chief, The Wall Street Journal
- H. E. Mr. David Konecký, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to NATO
- Jan Hamáček, Director of External Relations at CSG; Former Minister of the Interior of the Czech Republic; Vice President for Legislation, AOBP
- Jacques Rupnik, Political Scientist, Sciences Po (Emeritus)
Moderator:
Jan Macháček, President of the Strategeo Institute
Discussion Topics:
- Strategic priorities of the new U.S. administration toward Europe and transatlantic political cohesion
- Military, financial, and political support for Ukraine: sustainability and long-term outlook
- NATO deterrence posture, burden-sharing, and Alliance defence coordination
- European defence capabilities and transatlantic defence-industrial cooperation
- Trade, investment, and supply-chain resilience in support of Allied security
The debate will be conducted in English.