• Transatlantic Economic Cooperation: The Case of Intel and Magdeburg

    Virtual Discussions

    In mid-March Intel announced a €17 billion investment to build two new chip factories in the City of Magdeburg. Intel’s decision is part of a €33 billion initial investment in Europe to create "a next-generation European chip ecosystem" and help tackle the ongoing global shortage of semiconductors. Why was Magdeburg the right location for Intel...

  • Russia, Energy, and the German Economy

    Virtual Discussions

    The Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24th has had a major impact on businesses active in the region – and on the global economy. After an initial trickle, many western firms are leaving Russia or have done so already. Others have reduced or paused their activities in Russia. The first to leave were major oil...

  • Kaffeepause: What’s Abuzz in Berlin?

    Virtual Discussions

    Each week, the ACG hosts a discussion with a journalist based in Germany on the topics making the headlines and shaping political discourse in Berlin. Join us on Monday, June 6 at 9:00 am...

  • The Folly of “Regime Change”

    Virtual Discussions

    “Regime change” is a strategy that was once popular with neoconservatives in trying to address challenges in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Libya. In late March, President Joe Biden caused a stir...