Germany’s Zeitenwende: Setting New Priorities in Foreign, Security, and Energy Policy
Fri Oct 28, 2022 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM CDT
Germanic-American Institute, 55102
Description
This event is sold out.
The Germanic-American Institute in cooperation with the American Council on Germany is excited to present "Germany’s Zeitenwende: Setting New Priorities in Foreign, Security, and Energy Policy" with Ambassador (ret.) Stefan Schlüter.
Ambassador (ret.) Stefan Schlüter is completing a two-week tour of U.S. cities, through the support of the American Council on Germany, to engage with Americans and discuss current issues in Germany and the state of the transatlantic relationship. During this meeting Mr. Schlüter will discuss the domestic and international impact of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s Zeitenwende speech in February, announcing a tremendous shift in Germany’s policies as a result of Russia’s war in Ukraine. He will also address how the cut in Russian gas deliveries affects climate policy and sustainable development goals in Germany.
This event is co-sponsored by Global Minnesota and the Minnesota Chapter of the German American Chamber of Commerce.
Ticket includes a buffet lunch, luncheon held in the GAI Dining Room.
Location
Germanic-American Institute, 55102