A public debate on the future of transatlantic relations was held at Anglo-American University (AAU) in Prague in cooperation with the Strategeo Institute. Watch the video recording of this engaging discussion featuring leading diplomats and security experts.
At a time when NATO faces unprecedented challenges on its eastern flank and economic tensions grow among traditional allies, the panel focused on the question: Do Europe and America remain true partners, or are they gradually drifting apart?
Speakers:
- Amb. Cameron Munter – Former U.S. diplomat, academic, and executive based in Prague
- Dr. George Hays – Lecturer at Anglo-American University in Prague
- Roman Joch – Director of the Civic Institute
- Ondřej Jonáš – Czech-American investor
- Drake Dewey – Graduate of the AAU MA program in International Relations and Diplomacy
Key Topics:
- The State of NATO – How vulnerable is NATO’s eastern flank? Can defense spending be effectively increased?
- Transatlantic Cooperation and Ukraine – Will Ukraine receive security guarantees? Who would provide them?
- Trade and Economic Relations – Are we entering a new era of protectionism, trade wars, and tariffs? Is globalization dead?
- Shared Values? – Do we still agree on fundamental principles, or are we merely economic partners now?
The debate took place on April 15, 2025, and was moderated by Jan Macháček, President of the Strategeo Institute.