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SUMMARY:Across the Atlantic: NATO from a European Perspective with Gert-Jan Segers
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe welcome Gert-Jan Segers\, former Dutch Member of Parliament (2012-2023)\, former leader of the Christian Union Party and two-time member of a coalition government of the Netherlands. \nWith the re-election of President Trump\, the future of NATO and our relations with European allies will continue to evolve. From a European perspective\, NATO plays a critical role in ensuring regional security\, political stability\, and cooperation. While NATO is widely supported across Europe\, there are some criticisms and concerns\, including debates on NATO’s openness to future expansion—particularly Ukraine and Georgia and the potential for Russian antagonism. Join us for a conversation with Dutch politician Gert-Jan Segers as he discusses NATO\, transatlantic relations and the future security of Europe. \nA reception for this event will take place from 5 – 6pm. Join us and meet other community members interested in the world. \nLocation and Parking \nThe program will take place at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum (303 Pearl St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49504). \nFree parking is available. \nTickets \nThe event is free and open to the public and registration and/or tickets are not required to attend in person. \nHowever\, if you wish to receive a link to watch the program live or as an archive\, you must register below to receive a link. \nOur Supporters \nMore information on the Foreign Policy Association \nSpecial thanks to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation \nSpecial thanks to Livestream sponsor Grand Rapids Community College \nSpecial thanks to Media sponsors\, WGVU and Grand Rapids Community Media Center \nSpecial thanks to Topic sponsors Eenhoorn LLC and  Calvin University’s Departments of Politics and Economics and Dutch and German Languages
URL:https://worldmichigan.org/event/gert-jan-segers/
LOCATION:Gerald R. Ford Presidential Mueum\, 303 Pearl St. NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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