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Transatlantic Week
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Taking the transatlantic pulse: a new trade, tech and green agenda
Tuesday, 18 March 2025
In today’s shifting political landscape, transatlantic cooperation is more crucial than ever. Geopolitical upheaval, economic instability and climate challenges demand joint action. But with new political realities on both sides of the Atlantic, questions about the partnership’s viability are already being asked. This is a critical moment for Europe and the US to instil new confidence and prove the shared value of close transatlantic relations. Business has a vital role to play in helping Brussels and Washington seize opportunities for continued collaboration. From advancing trade and technologies to fostering a sustainable green marketplace and realising shared geostrategic priorities, deeper cooperation is essential. Register now and explore how the EU and US can shape a future of shared prosperity and security.
Confirmed speakers
- Brando Benifei, MEP (S&D, IT) and Chair, European Parliament Delegation for relations with the United States
- Marjorie Chorlins, Senior Vice-President, European Affairs, US Chamber of Commerce
- Charles Fries, Deputy Secretary-General, Peace, Security and Defence, European External Action Service
- Timothy Hogan, Senior Vice-President, Global Policy and Public Affairs, Pfizer
- Joseph Quinlan, Senior Fellow, Transatlantic Leadership Network
- Luisa Santos, Deputy Director-General, BusinessEurope
- Adam Szłapka, Minister, European Union Affairs, Chancellery of the Prime Minister of Poland (Invited)
- Sabine Weyand, Director-General, Directorate-General for Trade, European Commission
13.30 - 13.50: Welcome
13.50 - 14.15: Presentation of the Transatlantic Economy Report 2025
14.15 - 15.00: What will define the next chapter in transatlantic trade and investment?
15.00 - 15.30: Bridging the Atlantic in the aftermath of the elections
15.30 - 15.50: Coffee break
15.50 - 16.35: Can the transatlantic partnership keep its place in the global tech race?
16.35 - 17.05: Walking the tightrope between autonomy and partnership
17.05 - 17.20: Keynote
17.20 - 17.30: Closing remarks
A look back at the Transatlantic Conference 2024
This year’s Transatlantic Conference, ‘The transatlantic effect: shaping the global agenda’ put the focus on how Europe and the US can shape global values, set international standards and drive change. The conference took place on Tuesday, 19 March 2024 and featured a range of industry and institution speakers from both sides of the Atlantic. As an opening video, Gina Raimondo, US Secretary of Commerce, underlined the importance of keeping the transatlantic dialogue open through forums like the Trade and Technology Council (TTC). Stephen Boyle, Global Chief Trust Officer, Workday, then expanded on why businesses need to be transparent and trustworthy, especially with rapid advancements in technology. Want to see for yourself? Tune into the recording of both the morning and afternoon sections.
The Transatlantic Economy Report 2024
The Transatlantic Economy 2024 presents the most up-to-date facts and figures about the economic relationship between Europe and the United States. The research was conducted independently by Daniel Hamilton and Joseph Quinlan at the Foreign Policy Institute, School of Advanced International Studies, Johns Hopkins University and the Transatlantic Leadership Network. The 21st edition of the report features new insights into the international support for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia, major shifts in the transatlantic energy economy, the reconfiguration of global supply chains with derisking strategies at play, relations with China as well as the green and digital transitions. The study also includes dedicated profiles for 30+ European countries and all US states.
