Press Release
Jul 16, 2012
Suu Kyi, Kissinger, Ogata, and Jones to Receive High Atlantic Council Honor
By
Jason Harmala
NEW YORK, NY — The Atlantic Council on September 21 in New York will present its third annual Global Citizen Awards to two inspiring women: Burma’s opposition politician and Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi and Japan’s former UN High Commissioner for Refugees Sadako Ogata; to America’s legendary global strategist and Nobel laureate Henry Kissinger; […]
Press Release
Jun 28, 2012
US and EU Policymakers Are Missing the Challenge in the Middle East and North Africa
By
Jason Harmala
WASHINGTON – A new Atlantic Council report argues that US and EU policymakers must leverage greater economic and political support for the transitioning countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to sustain democratic gains and prevent backsliding throughout the Arab world.
Press Release
Jun 26, 2012
Leading Experts Call for Recalibration of US Policy on Yemen in Letter to President Obama
By
Jason Harmala
WASHINGTON — Twenty-seven leading foreign policy experts have sent a letter to President Obama, calling for a broader approach on US policy towards Yemen that “expands beyond the narrow lens of counterterrorism.” As US intelligence agencies point to the rise of Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) activity making Yemen the next front in […]
Press Release
Jun 13, 2012
Rafik Hariri Center Adds New Experts on Middle East
By
Jason Harmala
The Atlantic Council’s Rafik Hariri Center for the Middle East is pleased to announce the addition of three new senior fellows who will bring specialized expertise and analysis to the Center, contributing to its work on the Arab transitioning democracies. These experts are available to comment on recent events in the Middle East: Dr. Mohsin […]
Press Release
Jun 1, 2012
Atlantic Council Recognizes International Lineup of Political Activists for Promoting Freedom
WROCLAW, POLAND (June 1) – The Atlantic Council today hosted the 2012 Freedom Awards in Wroclaw, which recognizes international leaders and organizations that are fighting for freedom around the world.
Press Release
May 31, 2012
Atlantic Council Bestows Honorary Membership to Wroclaw Mayor Dutkiewicz
WROCLAW, POLAND (May 31) – The Atlantic Council today recognized Mayor Rafal Dutkiewicz with lifetime honorary membership to the Washington, DC-based organization, a distinction reserved for those who have made significant contributions to the Council’s mission of renewing the transatlantic community for global challenges.
Press Release
May 30, 2012
International Leaders to Converge on Poland for Wroclaw Global Forum and Freedom Awards
WROCLAW, POLAND – Between May 31 and June 2, Wrocław, the capital city of Lower Silesia, will be host to, among others, three incumbent presidents, four prime ministers, an EU commissioner and ministers responsible for shaping foreign policy. Among the many renowned leaders who have confirmed their attendance, Wrocław will be visited by Foreign Minister […]
Press Release
May 14, 2012
Secretary General Rasmussen to Set Stage for NATO Summit in Chicago with Address to Young Leaders
By
Jason Harmala
CHICAGO – NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen will join this year’s Young Atlanticist Summit in Chicago to discuss the NATO agenda and priorities for the future. Setting the stage for the official NATO Summit, the Secretary General’s speech to young professionals will be his first on-the-record event before more than fifty heads of state […]
Press Release
May 14, 2012
Heads of State, Ministers, and NATO, US Department of State, and Congressional Leaders to Headline 2012 Young Atlanticist Summit
By
Jason Harmala
CHICAGO – Top NATO, US, and foreign government leaders will join this year’s Young Atlanticist Summit in Chicago to discuss challenges and priorities for the future of the Alliance. Main issues to be discussed will mirror the official Summit agenda, including Afghanistan, security in times of economic austerity, missile defense, and strengthening partnerships across the […]
Press Release
May 14, 2012
Atlantic Council Report Calls for Renewed Leadership from NATO Member States
By
Jason Harmala
WASHINGTON — On the eve of the Chicago summit, a new Atlantic Council report argues for the enduring importance of NATO, and calls for renewed leadership from the Alliance’s members to ensure NATO’s vibrancy in the decade to come. Published today by Atlantic Council Board director, former under secretary of state, and former US ambassador […]