Parker Nash
@parkernash.bsky.social
Government Relations Specialist at The German Marshall Fund of the United States. Foreign & Security Policy, State & Local Engagement. Views are my own.
Allowing NATO allies to count direct contributions to Ukraine's defense as part of their defense spending is a win-win. Albeit short, the declaration importantly linked Ukrainian defense to NATO security. www.gmfus.org/news/potenti...
A Potential Boon for Ukraine
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🔴 This Sunday at 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly in Dayton, Ohio: 📺 NATO Spotlight on Veterans, hosted by GMF and moderated by @kberzina.bsky.social. This panel will highlight how the veteran experience informs NATO policy. Stream here or at gmfus.org. Learn more: buff.ly/U7kQiRS
Day 2 at the Dayton Dialogue. @gmfus.bsky.social is in Dayton having conversations about NATO’s connections to our collective past, present, and future. Delighted to be back in Ohio for these discussions!
www.gmfus.org/event/dayton... Tune in! @gmfus.bsky.social
The Dayton Dialogue at 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly
The introduction of a public forum alongside the official NATO Parliamentary Assembly event marks a unique addition to this year's Spring Session, providing an opportunity for the entire Dayton commun...
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🤝 “Thank you for making the situation in Ukraine real to us.” Last year, the GMF and the Howard G. Buffett Foundation joined forces for Whistlestops for Ukraine—a nine-state tour of the American Midwest support of Ukraine’s victory, recovery, and reconstruction. www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmXY...
Recap: Whistlestops for Ukraine
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🤝 "The relationship between Europe & the United States is not just one of elected leaders & fickle administrations." 🔗 On the heels of a turbulent week in transatlantic relations, GMF's @kberzina.bsky.social calls for citizens to take back the narrative: www.gmfus.org/news/real-tr...
The Real Transatlantic Partnership
After a week that upset ties between the US and European governments, citizens need to speak up. After a week that upset ties between the US and European governments, citizens need to speak up.
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Ukraine did not misuse or lose half of the aid the United States has provided. Ukraine repeatedly invited Putin to negotiate in early 2022. isw.pub/UkraineFacts...
Institute for the Study of War@thestudyofwar.bsky.social · 2y agoUkraine Fact Sheet - February 21, 2025: isw.pub/UkraineFacts...
🇩🇪 What will be the international reaction to the German election results & what is the outlook for the new government? 📺 On Thursday, join GMF's Kristine Berzina, Martin Quencez, Sudha David-Wilp & Monika Sus, of the Polish Academy of Sciences, for a virtual discussion. bit.ly/3X9YHSK
Weimar+ Statement is an important signal, and now needs to be followed by action.
Kaja Kallas@kajakallas.bsky.social · 2y agoUkraine's independence and territorial integrity are unconditional. Our priority must now be strengthening Ukraine and providing robust security guarantees. In any negotiation, Europe must have a central role. Our Weimar+ statement ↓
Some great subnational diplomacy on display this weekend in Pittsburgh!
Join us tomorrow!
German Marshall Fund@gmfus.bsky.social · 2y ago🤝 This week: join an in-person conversation with Erin E. Mckee, Assistant Administrator for USAID's Bureau for Europe & Eurasia, moderated by GMF's Josh Rudolph. The discussion will share insights into USAID’s role leading national security policy in Europe & Eurasia region. 🎟️ RSVP: bit.ly/40kRl0l
Great report and as timely as ever.
German Marshall Fund@gmfus.bsky.social · 2y ago🌊 How can we protect & enhance the resilience of critical undersea infrastructure in the North American arctic, amidst increasing threats? GMF's Heather A. Conley, @sophiearts.bsky.social, Kristine Berzina & Frida Rintakumpu present recommendations: bit.ly/3TUZmpehttps...
If you are in DC, hope to see you there!
German Marshall Fund@gmfus.bsky.social · 3y ago📆 This Thursday at 9am ET: A conversation with Latvian Defense Minister Andris Sprūds and GMF's Kristine Berza. 🗣️ Join us in person for a discussion about NATO's critical northeastern flank. ➡️ Learn more and register: bit.ly/3Pf3Swt
Interesting insights on Finland's presidential election by Frida Rintakumpu and @sophiearts.bsky.social
German Marshall Fund@gmfus.bsky.social · 3y ago🇫🇮 The outcome of Finland’s presidential election left no doubt that Finns are fully embracing their NATO identity. ⬇️ GMF's Frida Rintakumpu & Sophie Arts explain why the result confirms a lasting shift in the country’s approach to transatlantic security. bit.ly/42I3oVe
We're launching an EU election series at GMF! 🇪🇺 Until June, experts discuss the impact of the elections on EU policy in key areas, what can/should be done before, & potential post-election scenarios. First paper: yours truly on security/defence. www.gmfus.org/news/whats-s...
What’s at Stake in the EU Elections: Security and Defense
EU Election Series: The European Parliament elections in 2024 will shape the political direction of the union over the next five years, and therefore constitute a defining moment. In this series, GMF ...
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