Strengthening European Defence in times of turmoil – What can France and Germany contribute?

What strategic steps should Europe take to bolster its defence capabilities? How can the EU navigate the complex landscape of international security while ensuring the cohesion of its member states? And what role will partnerships and alliances play in this endeavour?

During this spotlight event, Tobias Lindner, Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office, presented his views on how France and Germany can contribute to answering these pressing questions.

This event, organised by the Jacques Delors Centre and Sciences Po, features welcome words by Anne-Célia Feutrie, Dean of the School of Public Affairs at Sciences Po, and an introduction by Johannes Lindner, Co-Director of the Jacques Delors Centre, moderated by Arancha González, Dean of the Paris School of International Affairs.

This spotlight event is part of the Pariser Platz Dialogue, a series of high-level events bringing French and German decision-makers together for an exchange of ideas. The Pariser Platz Dialogue is kindly supported by the German Federal Foreign Office.

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