Public Debate on the Future of Ukraine

On February 25, 2025—one day after the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine—Anglo-American University (AAU), in partnership with the Strategeo Institute, hosted a high-profile public debate on Ukraine’s future. Featuring diplomats, government officials, and business leaders, the discussion covered key issues such as Ukraine’s security architecture, economic recovery, and social cohesion in the wake of ongoing conflict.

Moderated by Jan Macháček, president of the Strategeo Institute, the panel featured:

Tomáš Kopečný – Czech governmental envoy for the reconstruction of Ukraine
Tomáš Pojar – National security advisor
Petr Krogman – President of the Czech-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce & entrepreneur in Ukraine’s agricultural sector
Daryna Semergei – Ukrainian AAU student sharing her personal experience of war and displacement

Key Topics Discussed:
🔹 Security & NATO Integration – What are Ukraine’s prospects for NATO and EU membership? How can regional defense partnerships strengthen its security?
🔹 Economic Recovery – How is international aid helping Ukraine rebuild? What role does the private sector play?
🔹 Social Cohesion & Identity – How can displaced Ukrainians reintegrate? What challenges do they face in the diaspora?

AAU has been a strong supporter of Ukrainian students, providing over CZK 9.9 million in financial aid in 2023 to ensure access to education despite the war’s hardships.

🔔 Watch the full discussion to gain expert insights into Ukraine’s future and the global response to its ongoing challenges.
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[ericwedin]

Wasn’t sure what I was supposed to hear until the obligatory ”full scale invasion” was mentioned…