Goodbye Partner? Zur Geschichte und Zukunft der transatlantischen Beziehungen

Donald Trump’s policies and the cult of personality surrounding him are overshadowing the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, while transatlantic relations are undergoing a fundamental transformation. They were once regarded—not least because of NATO and shared values—as an anchor of stability in the international order. However, in light of growing political tensions, an eroding foundation of shared values, and global changes, the question arises: How resilient is the partnership between Europe and the U.S. still—politically, socially, and strategically? Can and must the European Union assume a more active role in an increasingly multipolar world, and what does that mean for transatlantic relations?

Opening Remarks: Dr. Meik Woyke, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of the Federal Chancellor Helmut Schmidt Foundation (BKHS)

Keynote: Dr. Emily Haber, German Ambassador to Washington until 2023

Discussion: Dr. Emily Haber, former Ambassador; Aydan Özoğuz, Member of the German Bundestag and member of the Foreign Affairs Committee; and Dr. Elisabeth Winter, Deputy Executive Director of the BKHS and Program Director for “Global Markets and Social Justice.” Moderator: Professor Dr. Markus Kotzur, President of the Europa-Kolleg Hamburg

A joint event organized by the Federal Chancellor Helmut Schmidt Foundation, the Europa-Kolleg Hamburg, and the ZEIT STIFTUNG BUCERIUS, with support from the Ministry of Science, Research, and Equality.