Global Europe Program

@TheWilsonCenter's Global Europe Program explores issues affecting the European continent, U.S.-European relations, and Europe’s ties with the rest of the world

[Global Europe Program @WilsonCenterGEP]

Dear Friends,

As you may be aware, the Wilson Center is being reduced to its statutory minimum function. As a result, we are no longer continuing with planned Global Europe Program events, programming, and scholarships.

Sincerely,
The Global Europe Program

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Following allegations of embezzlement, Marine Le Pen has seemingly been barred from the French 2027 presidential race. Read @Wdrozdiak's latest on what this means for French democracy and the political road ahead.

https://t.co/VEGJ8VAGax

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As the EU tightens rules on ‘Big Tech’, the US warns of threats to free speech and innovation. Richard Wennberg explains how this divide in regulation is reshaping the transatlantic relationship ⤵️

https://t.co/TRVORcQhUA

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Last Thursday, the Wilson Center had the honor of hosting Dr. Barbara Kunz from @SIPRIorg for a Chatham House-rules conversation on transatlantic security. It was a pleasure to exchange views on trends in NATO, the OSCE, and nuclear proliferation.

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It is a pleasure to host a @StateIVLP group @TheWilsonCenter for a conversation on transatlantic #energy independence and security. Thanks to @MeridianIntl for facilitating!

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Foreign interference in European elections has reached Cold War levels — from vote-buying in Moldova to disinformation campaigns in Romania. Read Rickard Lindholm’s latest piece on why democracies are struggling to respond — and how they can fight back.

https://t.co/unGdrMmWDO

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🇸🇪 What has #Sweden contributed to #NATO in its first full membership year?

@WilsonCenterGEP's @JasonCMoyer provides an overview of Sweden's value in the alliance and its importance to security in the Baltic Sea and Arctic region. Read ⬇️
https://t.co/BIrgWRRipX

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#ICYMI🎦Experts recently convened for a panel discussion hosted by the Refugee and Forced Displacement Initiative, @AfricaUpClose, @WilsonCenterGEP, & @Sora_Union on #Moldova and #Uganda's leadership in hosting #refugees and lessons the international community can learn from them. Watch➡️https://t.co/ZFSsT9T0cH

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Today, the @EU_Commission released its White Paper on European Defence — Readiness 2030, outlining the #ReArm Europe initiative to support Ukraine and enhance European security. Read our analysis of the Commission's first 100 days and defense efforts ⤵️

https://t.co/ZHuh4FdBf0

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🎦@WilsonCenterGEP’s @RQuinville speaks with @SchildeKaija about how the recent surge in European defense spending is part of a long-term trend and explores the EU's pivotal role in strengthening the defense industry and military capabilities. ⤵️

https://t.co/gE5lZji3L6

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The first 100 days of the new @EU_Commission have been dominated by security and defense. @MasaOcvirk & @JasonCMoyer analyze the #ReArm Europe Plan, the Commission’s initiative to significantly boost defense spending of #EU members. Full article ⤵️

https://t.co/ZHuh4FdBf0

[Tim Eydelnant @timeydelnant]

Great discussion with the Leipzig delegation on German & U.S. political developments, subnational diplomacy, and key issues shaping 🇩🇪🇺🇸 relations. Appreciate the insights from @StadtLeipzig & @DAISachsen and the opportunity to engage through @WilsonCenter’s Global Europe Program

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🎧 In this #NeedToKnow episode, @WilsonCenterGEP's @RQuinville provides an overview of the current political state in #Germany amid recent elections, economic challenges, and the evolving US-#EU relationship. Listen here 👇
https://t.co/kMr4AlDWQv

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TOMORROW | Join us & @kennaninstitute for an online discussion with @CvMarschall, @thorstenbenner and @RQuinville on the future of Germany's foreign policy in the wake of the elections. RSVP ⤵️ https://t.co/leFDBOB0dG

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🎦 In this #WilsonNOW episode, @WilsonCenterGEP Director @RQuinville provides insight into the topics that were at the forefront of the #MunichSecurityConference including dynamic shifts in transatlantic relations and the implications of the 2025 German federal election ➡️ https://t.co/98BptRNBHw

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#EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss expanding defense spending after the US suspended military aid to #Ukraine. @WilsonCenterGEP Distinguished Fellow Baroness Catherine Ashton provides insight into the security discussions and the current state of the transatlantic relationship. #SmartTake

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EVENT | Join us & @kennaninstitute for an online discussion with @CvMarschall, @thorstenbenner and @RQuinville on the future of Germany's foreign policy in the wake of the elections. RSVP➡️https://t.co/3ky5Qtm2Ew |

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#ICYMI | @kennaninstitute & @WilsonCenterGEP recently hosted a book launch on the ravages of war and the cost of resistance from the accounts of extraordinary women in #Ukraine.

Watch➡️https://t.co/517yB7DwEa

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OUT NOW | Can the Ukraine crisis make #Europe less reliant on the United States? Read the latest article from @Wdrozdiak for @TheWilsonCenter.⤵️

https://t.co/kmqnk1MpD7

[Viorel Ursu @viorelursu_md]

Join us on 6 March, 1pm, at @WilsonCenterGEP for an event Celebrating Refugee Host Country Leadership: Moldova and Uganda https://t.co/9QoDMddUWS via @wilsoncenter.org