Since 2020, the American Council on Germany has expanded its digital programming to convene policymakers and thought leaders from both sides of the Atlantic for timely discussions on the issues shaping transatlantic relations. Through webinars and virtual conversations, the ACG has broadened its reach, increased accessibility, and strengthened its role as a leading platform for transatlantic dialogue. These digital formats have enabled the organization to engage new audiences, foster sustained exchange, and complement its in-person programming.
The ACG regularly hosts discussions with a journalist based in Germany on the topics making the headlines and shaping political discourse. On December 9, the ACG held a Kaffeepause with ACG Fellowship alumna Miriam Hollstein, Chief Political Reporter for Stern.
The ACG regularly hosts a discussion with a journalist based in Germany on the topics making the headlines and shaping political discourse. On November 25, the ACG held a Kaffeepause with Melissa Eddy, New York Times Correspondent based in Berlin.
As part of the virtual series Superwahljahr 2024, on November 21, the ACG held a discussion on the state parliament elections in three eastern German states – Brandenburg, Saxony, and Thuringia with Sabine Schicketanz, Editor-in-Chief of the Potsdamer Neueste Nachrichten.
At the ACG’s recent John J. McCloy Awards dinner, Lufthansa Group CEO #CarstenSpohr was honored for his support of transatlantic relations between Germany and the United States. Chelsea Spieker had the opportunity to interview him to discuss a range of issues. Have a listen (in German) to their conversation on The Pioneer’s Briefing podcast.
The ACG regularly hosts a discussion with a journalist based in Germany on the topics making the headlines and shaping political discourse. On November 18, the ACG held a Kaffeepause with Malte Lehming, Columnist for Tagesspiegel.