Jeffrey Sachs Brings Real Politics to the EU Parliament

Jeffrey Sachs is an American economist, academic, and public policy analyst known for his work on economic development, poverty reduction, and sustainability. He has advised governments and international organizations, including the UN, on economic policies. Sachs played a key role in the transition of post-Soviet economies to market systems and was a leading advocate for the UN’s Millennium Development Goals. Currently, he is a professor at Columbia University and directs the Center for Sustainable Development.

Thanks to MEP Michael von der Schulenburg for organising the event.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction
03:01 Jeffrey Sachs' Background
04:58 The Origin of Today's US Foreign Policy
10:23 NATO Enlargement
28:42 2014 Ukraine Euromaidan
31:15 Minsk Agreements
33:37 Sachs' Call with Jake Sullivan
36:12 NATO's Open Door Policy
37:22 Putin's Intentions in Ukraine
40:22 2022 Peace Talks
45:23 Donald Trump
50:44 Middle East
53:23 China
54:36 Europe-Russia Relations
01:00:44 NATO 5% Defence Spending
01:09:54 2025 Peace Negotiations
01:15:20 Beginning of NATO Expansion
01:21:31 How to achieve a real European Foreign Policy
01:27:44 The Future of the West
01:34:24 Finlandization

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[HalaMa]

This professor has to be remembered as one of the best speakers of all time.

[freegatemy]

Prof Sachs' speech will be in history book of future generations

[fun_with_macs]

Give this gentleman the Nobel Peace Prize!

[Robiic]

Brilliant speech! Thank you Jeffery and everyone who really see the big picture and can speak about this. We can do better.. we can make the world a better place for everyone, not just for oligarchs, billionaires who now run the world to disaster. Peace and blessings to all of you! ❤

[christinekober]

Jeffrey Sachs plays a very important role in making peace!!! He is an extraordinary ambassador!!!

[neotek]

So refreshing to hear a voice of reason for the greater good and longevity of humankind. I am western Ukrainian born to a Ukrainian mother and Russian father. I have family in Ukraine, Belarus and Russia and wish peace for all.

[runswithbears]

Every European should hear this speech.

[Kacpi-lo]

Holy shit. He's saying all this in the EU Parliment. Big balls on this guy

[BenDeRuyter-pi]

The ONLY man who knows ALL and EVERYONE. Listen AND Learn, and let peace prevail. Thank you Mr. Sachs.

[G观者清]

This is the clearest revelation of America's strategic planning in nearly 40 years. Professor Sachs is an American with conscience. Salute to you!

[zupzop]

This should be broadcasted 24/7 in MSM

[PeaceinEU]

Please share this everywhere, what a great time to be alive with the truth.

[kobanichelsea]

This is what Internet was made for
Respect and love for the professor

[cheftudorkorea]

I wrote some things but erased them all because I want to just sum up that I'm so moved to the point of tears. What a person, completely honest with total facts and a real desire not only for peace but encouragement for Europeans to better themselves. BRAVO.

[jacquelinevanderkooij]

Jeffrey Sacks is one of the most sensible people on this Globe.

[ludus]

Shared to all my friends on Facebook. Finally sociale media is helping Us. Amen!

[joethao]

Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, here in Asia, we love him because he’s the real deal. A man of truth and peace. Let’s go Prof. Sachs!!!

[milenakalvaitiene]

The most trusted and intelligent Man. Been watching professor's speaches for years since Ukraine /Russian & Israel / Hamas conflicts started. Big Respect. Thank you a million.

[wjshih]

He has the greatest courage to tell the truth to the world! I respect him very much!

[ArteSanaKT]

It gives hope that there are still people speaking out the truth!