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 […]
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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 […]
Press Release
May 9, 2012
National Security and Business Leaders: Law of the Sea is ‘Vital’ to U.S. National Interests
By
Jason Harmala
Secretary of Defense, Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff, and CEOs highlight treaty’s benefits to American security and prosperity WASHINGTON (May 9, 2012)—U.S. national security and business leaders—including Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta and General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff—today called the Law of the Sea Convention essential to protect American […]
Press Release
May 7, 2012
UN Secretary-General Ki-moon Uses Harshest Rhetoric Yet in Call to End Bloodshed in Syria
WASHINGTON, May 7 – United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon tonight escalated the pressure on the international community to stop the violence in Syria, lamenting a “deficit of leadership,” while announcing a new deployment of observers to the country.
Press Release
May 7, 2012
Unilever CEO Polman Recognized With Atlantic Council’s Highest Honor for Business Leadership
WASHINGTON, May 7 – The Atlantic Council today presented its annual Distinguished Business Leadership Award to Unilever CEO Paul Polman for his pioneering efforts in redefining the role of business toward creating more sustainable and equitable growth.
Press Release
Apr 25, 2012
Ban Ki-Moon, Prince Harry Among Honorees to Receive Highest Atlantic Council Honors
WASHINGTON – The Atlantic Council on May 7 will present its Distinguished Leadership Awards to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Britain’s Prince Harry, Unilever CEO Paul Polman, the Enlisted Men and Women of the United States Armed Forces, and world renowned violin virtuoso Anne-Sophie Mutter. “