Although the EU and US have the world’s largest bilateral trade and investment relationship, tensions are high following the Trump Administration’s imposition of tariffs and the EU’s (limited) retaliatory measures. In addition to disrupting supply chains, these actions have complicated efforts to address concerns such as tech regulation and the green economy.
Transatlantic tensions certainly do not end at trade concerns, however, with President Trump’s return to officer renewing questions about America’s long-term commitment to European security. Under Trump, the US has raised doubt about its adherence to NATO Article 5 and common funding, considered withdrawing thousands of troops from Eastern Europe, and increased the defence spending metric to five percent of GDP.
China also remains a point of contention for the EU-US relationship, particularly amidst American pullback from the international stage, with potential divergences in transatlantic responses to the common threats.
This session will explore these pressing security and economic challenges facing the transatlantic relationship, seeking opportunities for potential cooperation on shared concerns.
This in-person roundtable is by invitation only. If you are interested in attending, please contact [email protected]
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