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Ivo Daalder, Camille Grand, and Daniela Schwarzer cochair a task force urging a bold strategy for rebalancing the transatlantic security relationship, strengthening Europe's defense capabilities, and redefining the US-European strategic partnership in an era of shifting global threats.

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Greece Defense Minister Nikos Dendias discusses the country’s expanding strategic role.

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