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German American Conference 2026 at Harvard University

High-level representatives from politics, business, academia, and civil society

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung USA participated in this year’s German American Conference (GAC) at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Organized by students, the conference is an important transatlantic dialogue forum in the United States, bringing together high-level representatives from politics, business, academia, and civil society with students and emerging leaders each year.

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This year’s conference featured a wide range of panels, discussions, and keynote speeches addressing the most pressing challenges facing transatlantic relations. Topics included the future of NATO, the security implications of global crises, economic competitiveness, technological innovation, and the role of Germany and the United States in a changing international order. Participants also had the opportunity to engage directly with policymakers and experts through smaller discussion formats and networking events.

The German American Conference once again highlighted the importance of open transatlantic dialogue and provided a valuable platform for discussing current political developments and exploring new perspectives for German-American cooperation. The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung USA is pleased to support the exchange between decision-makers and the next generation of transatlantic leaders.

Special thanks go to Member of the German Bundestag Peter Beyer and Dr. Theresa Hein, whose contributions as a speaker and workshop leader greatly enriched the conference and provided valuable impetus for the transatlantic dialogue.

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Contact Dr. Hardy Ostry
Dr. Hardy Ostry
Head of the Washington, D.C. office
hardy.ostry@kas.de

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