June 15, 2016

The Future of the European Union and Transatlantic Relations

David O'Sullivan, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States

O’Sullivan addresses the major issues within the European Union: the refugee crisis, the foreign policy challenges in regard to Russia, and the growing fear of terrorism. He then emphasizes why the United States and the European Union—two economic powers with common values—must work together not only to strengthen trade but also to solve global issues.

Prominent Question: Is there a rising problem of legitimacy in the European Union?

Key Words: Europe, trade, United States, transatlantic, globalization, refugee crisis, terrorism, Russia, diplomacy, agreements

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