Europe at Crossroads: Transatlantic Relations and the New U.S. Administration by Jan Havranek, Deputy Chief of Mission Embassy of the Czech Republic Washington D.C.

Tue, April 22, 2025 12:15 PM at 305 International Center

MSU Political Science is co-sponsoring with the Center for European & Eurasian Studies and James Madison College this next event in the CEES Distinguished Lecture Series “The Rise and Persistence of Authoritarianism: Is Democracy in Peril?”

EUROPE AT CROSSROADS: TRANSATLANTIC RELATIONS AND THE NEW U.S. ADMINISTRATION BY JAN HAVRÁNEK, DEPUTY CHIEF OF MISSION EMBASSY OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC WASHINGTON, DC

 

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 12:15 PM (EST)

305 International Center

 

Abstract

The transatlantic relationship has long been the cornerstone of global stability, security, and economic cooperation. However, the policies of the current U.S. administration presents a pivotal moment for Europe. This lecture will explore the potential challenges and opportunities in U.S.-Europe relations in 2025 and beyond. Key topics will include prospects of U.S. commitments to NATO, trade disputes, Europe’s strategic autonomy, and the broader implications for global geopolitics. With tensions between multilateralism and nationalism growing, Europe must navigate an increasingly uncertain landscape, reassessing its role in the transatlantic alliance and beyond.