Berlin, Germany – May 20, 2025. The German-Croatian Forum, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Berlin, proudly hosted the first in its new Defence Dialogues series. The event brought together key military, diplomatic, and strategic voices to examine the shifting defence, political, and trade landscape in Europe—and the power of partnerships in shaping its future.

Key highlights included a rousing address by Lieutenant General Andrew Rohling, Deputy Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, followed by a panel which included representatives from diverse sectors to discuss the challenges Europe may be facing in the current Geopolitical climate.

Panellists included:

  • H.E. Mr. Gordan Bakota, Ambassador of the Republic of Croatia
  • Dr. Martin C. Wolff, Chairman, Clausewitz Network for Strategic Studies
  • Jonas Sieveneck, Security and Defence Policy Advisor, Friedrich Naumann Foundation
  • Natalya Dean, Vice President, Jones Group International

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