The EU Inside Out: A Panel Discussion with João Vale de Almeida, EU Ambassador to the US, and Michael Collins, Irish Ambassador to the US

The forum will address, broadly, the theme of democratic politics under conditions of globalization from an “inside” point of view. By “democratic politics,” we refer to both “ideas” and “institutions.” Centering the conversations around global challenges, which by their nature do not yield to nation state solutions (whether economic crisis, transnational terrorism, or global warming), highlights the value of the European Union as a model for transnational cooperation, regional integration, and cultural coexistence. Questions to be pursued include what the EU is becoming, how its policies and institutions are evolving, how its role as international actor is enhanced (or not) in response to new global challenges, and why, under conditions of globalization, its relationship with the United States remains more important than ever. Moderated by Alan Berger, Retired editorial writer for international affairs, Boston Globe. SEATING IS LIMITED TO 40. PLEASE RSVP BEFORE FRIDAY, MARCH 1.

Speaker(s): João Vale de Almeida, EU Ambassador to the US, Michael Collins, Irish Ambassador to the US, and Alan Berger, Retired editorial writer for international affairs, Boston Globe
When
Tuesday, Mar 5, 2013 at 12:30pm until 2:30pm on Tuesday, Mar 5, 2013
Where
The Castle, 225 Bay State Road
Who
Open to General Public
Admission is free
More Info http://www.bu.edu/european/upcoming-events/
Contact
Center for the Study of Europe
Elizabeth Amrien
617-358-6915
 
Boston University

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