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February 20, 2025


Ivo Daalder Principal, WestExec Advisors and Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO
By Kevin Kajiwara, Carsten Nickel & Ivo Daalder

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Transatlantic Tensions and the Future of European Power

As Europe approaches a pivotal election in Germany on February 23rd, mounting tensions between the U.S. and Europe take center stage, particularly over negotiations on the Russia-Ukraine war. With shifting global power dynamics, a key question emerges: can Europe rely on the U.S. as it once did? In this episode, Teneo Managing Director Carsten Nickel and WestExec Advisors Principal and former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder join host Kevin Kajiwara to examine the evolving transatlantic relationship. As Europe navigates this uncertainty, its leaders face critical decisions on security, sovereignty and alliances. This discussion unpacks what happens when the old geopolitical rules no longer apply and explores the forces shaping the continent’s future.

About Teneo Insights

Teneo’s Insights Series provides in-depth analysis on the issues that matter most to CEOs and their businesses. Moderated by Kevin Kajiwara, Co-President of Teneo Political Risk Advisory, each episode features experts from business, politics, academia and media discussing hot-button issues and the impact on financial markets, geopolitics and the business world.

The views and opinions are solely of the program participants and do not necessarily reflect those of Teneo. They are offered to stimulate thought and discussion and not as legal, financial, accounting, tax or other professional advice or counsel.

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