Alliances in Action: A Conversation with German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis
Join Ambassador Andreas Michaelis for a discussion on the US-Germany partnership and how both countries are working together to navigate geopolitical challenges.
About This Event
As longstanding allies, the partnership between the United States and Germany is characterized by strong political, economic, and security ties, as well as shared strategic interests. Given rising geopolitical tensions around the world, cooperation between the two countries is becoming increasingly crucial. How are the US and Germany working together to respond to the conflict in the Middle East? How are they addressing China’s growing influence? And how are the US, Germany, and their NATO allies navigating the unpredictable security landscape in Europe? Join the Council for a conversation with German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis as we discuss these questions and more.
About the Speakers
German Ambassador to the United States
Andreas Michaelis was appointed German Ambassador to the United States in August 2023. He has held a number of roles in the German Foreign Service, and previously served as Germany's State Secretary.
Distinguished Fellow; Council Board Member
Fay Hartog-Levin is a distinguished fellow at the Council where she works on a variety of political, international, and environmental issues. She previously served as the 65th ambassador of the United States of America to the Kingdom of the Netherlands where she was chief of mission of an embassy which included 15 federal agencies, four locations, and over 250 employees.
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