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Nov 18, 2011

Roundtable Discussion on US-Russia Relations with Dr. Sergey Rogov

By Jason Harmala

On November 18th, the Transatlantic Relations Program hosted a discussion with Dr. Sergey Rogov, director of the Institute for US and Canadian Studies at the Russian Academy of Sciences and a delegation from the Center for US-Russia Rapprochement.

Missile Defense
Russia

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Nov 18, 2011

BSEEF 2011 – Gala Dinner: Looking Ahead – 11/18/11

By Jason Harmala

As the Forum closes, it seems useful to step back from specific issues and consider a longer view of the how the United States and Europe see themselves and the region, and how transatlantic engagement can help to promote success there, as well as the extent to which that engagement will be relevant going forward. […]

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Nov 18, 2011

BSEEF 2011 – Session I: Nuclear Power After Fukushima – 11/18/11

By Jason Harmala

The Fukushima disaster has had a dramatic impact in Japan and on the prospects for nuclear power worldwide. Germany and Switzerland have joined those opting to forswear nuclear, and Japan may eventually follow. But other countries seem undeterred given their economic, energy independence, environmental/climate change and other priorities.

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Nov 18, 2011

BSEEF 2011 – Session II: Business-Led Policymaking for Regional Economic Integration – 11/18/11

By Jason Harmala

Trade and investment ties among Eurasian countries vary, but seldom match their potential. Some neighbors trade with one another little more than if they were on different continents. Similar economic structures and a lack of comparative advantages within the region are one factor, but so are local rigidities, the removal of which in other parts […]

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Nov 18, 2011

BSEEF 2011 – Outlook for Unconventional Gas – 11/18/111

By Jason Harmala

Shale gas is all the rage. Many talk about it, but few understand it or the policy implications, potential environmental risks and other issues that may be associated with its development. Unconventional gas may offer exciting new opportunities for generating new wealth and development.

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Nov 18, 2011

BSEEF 2011 – Europe’s Financial Crisis and Slower Global Growth: Implications and Strategies – 11/18/11

By Jason Harmala

The last three years have seen wave after wave of financial turmoil rock world markets, and the latest and most complex politically is that affecting the euro zone. Global growth has slowed significantly, and few expect it to rebound soon. Even more successful countries such as Turkey and China seem unlikely entirely to avoid these […]

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Nov 18, 2011

BSEEF 2011 – Luncheon: Energy and Economic Futures – 11/18/11

By Jason Harmala

The Atlantic Council Of The United States Black Sea Energy & Economic Forum 2011 Luncheon: Energy and Economic Futures Welcome/Moderator: Frederick Kempe, President and Chief Executive Officer, Atlantic Council Speakers: Paolo Scaroni, Chief Executive Officer, Eni Richard Morningstar, Special Envoy for Eurasian Energy, U.S. Department of States Location: Istanbul, Turkey Date: Friday, November 18, 2011 […]

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Nov 18, 2011

BSEEF 2011 – Session II: Regional Infrastructure Needs, Capabilities, and Finance – 11/18/11

By Jason Harmala

Much of the greater Black and Caspian Seas region has a substantial history of economic development, but in most countries, infrastructure to support a modern economy is either weak or absent altogether. If their countries are to succeed, leaders will have to address a wide range of infrastructure needs, develop the industrial, human, and other […]

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Nov 17, 2011

Transatlantic Approaches to Security in an Evolving Arctic

By Jason Harmala

On November 17, the Atlantic Council hosted a part-day conference on Arctic security. The event began with a word of welcome by Board Director Sherri Goodman, and an introduction by Ambassador Wegger Chr. Strommen of Norway, who stressed the importance of Arctic issues not only to Norway, but to the world. 

Europe & Eurasia
Northern Europe
Marine Corps 236th Birthday Celebration

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Nov 17, 2011

Marine Corps 236th Birthday Celebration

By Adrienne Chuck

The Atlantic Council hosted a celebration honoring the US Marine Corps’ 236th birthday with a cake cutting ceremony.