The American Purpose and the US-Europe Alliance held an online discussion about the bases of transatlantic cooperation and its future prospects on Wednesday, November 3 , 2021

In recent decades, previously robust transatlantic cooperation has been punctured by antagonistic rhetoric and parochial policies. Apathy, disregard, and power lust displayed by many decision-makers on both sides have left the ship feeling rudderless. Divergences over China, energy security, trade policies, and new technologies are testing the feasibility of a forward-looking transatlantic community.

What is driving this regression? New needs? New threats? Do outdated institutions need repurposing? What are our core common concerns? Fundamentally, what are the bases of successful alliances across the pond, and how to best cultivate them?

We are pleased to feature the following discussants:

Ambassador Tom Shannon

Constanze Stelzenmuller

Richard Kraemer