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Nov 27, 2012

Perspectives on National Security Challenges in the 21st Century

By Jason Harmala

The Atlantic Council’s Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security on November 27 hosted a discussion with Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral James A. (Sandy) Winnefeld, Jr.

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Nov 16, 2012

Tests for Government and Business from the Shifting World Economy

By Jason Harmala

On November 16, the Atlantic Council’s Global Business and Economics program convened two expert panels to discuss the challenges for business and political leaders from the shifting world economy.

Economy & Business

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Nov 15, 2012

Energy and Economic Summit 2012

By Adrienne Chuck

The fourth annual Energy and Economic Summit took place in Istanbul, Turkey from November 15-16, 2012. The Summit is a unique annual initiative launched by the Council’s Eurasia Center in cooperation with its partners in the Black Sea, Caspian and Central Asian regions. The Summit’s goal is to promote regional cooperation, investment, and trade, as well as to strengthen a […]

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Nov 15, 2012

Strategy Session with Swiss State Secretary Yves Rossier

By Jason Harmala

On Thursday, November 15, the Atlantic Council hosted His Excellency Yves Rossier, state secretary of Switzerland, for an off-the-record strategy session. The session brought US and European experts together to discuss a number of issues, including transatlantic relations in light of the “pivot to Asia,” NATO partnerships, opportunities for transatlantic cooperation in the broader Middle […]

Europe & Eurasia NATO

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Nov 13, 2012

US Policy Toward the Balkans: A Discussion with Philip Gordon

By Jason Harmala

On November 13, the Atlantic Council’s Program on Transatlantic Relations hosted a public discussion on “US Policy toward the Balkans.” The event featured Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Philip H. Gordon.

Europe & Eurasia

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Nov 13, 2012

Roundtable with Igor Ivanov, Former Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation

By Jason Harmala

On Tuesday, November 13, the Atlantic Council hosted His Excellency Mr. Igor Ivanov, President of the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) and former Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation. The discussion focused on the prospects for US-Russia relations after elections in both countries and to solicit new ideas for possible collaboration between the two countries.

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Nov 13, 2012

Moving the Balkans and Bosnia Forward: A Post-Dayton Roadmap

By Jason Harmala

On November 13-14, the Atlantic Council’s Transatlantic Relations Program hosted the workshop, “Moving the Balkans and Bosnia Forward: A Post-Dayton Roadmap.” The private, off-the-record workshop focused on identifying regional and national initiatives that could encourage the Balkans region to continue on the path toward Euro-Atlantic integration. Download the workshop summary

The Balkans

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Nov 8, 2012

NATO Priorities after the Election: Afghanistan, Capabilities, Partnerships

By Jason Harmala

On November 8, 2012 the Atlantic Council hosted a members’ conference call with The Honorable Alexander Vershbow, deputy secretary general of NATO, on NATO priorities after the US elections.

NATO Security & Defense

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Nov 8, 2012

The Role of Youth in Pakistan’s Civil Society

By Jason Harmala

As part of the Emerging Leaders in Pakistan program, the South Asia Center hosted a panel discussion with the 2012 Fellows on November 8. Four of the Fellows, Younas Chowdhry, a student life coordinator at Salamat International Campus for Advanced Studies, Lahore; Samreen Shahbaz, cofounder, editor, and contributor to Roshni Blog; Sadiqa Sultan, journalist and […]

Pakistan

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Nov 6, 2012

Strategy Session with Mari Skare, NATO’s New Special Rep for Women, Peace, and Security

By Jason Harmala

On Tuesday, November 6, the Atlantic Council hosted Ms. Mari Skåre, NATO’s new Special Representative for Women, Peace, and Security for an off-the-record strategy session. The discussion focused on the implications of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on women, peace, and security for NATO policies and missions, particularly in Afghanistan; and others’ experiences on effective […]

NATO Security & Defense