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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer

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President, German Marshall Fund of the U.S., Expert in Geopolitics, Global Risks & Transatlantic Relations, Board Member

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Joined July 2017
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GMF is stepping up its policy leadership on AI and defense innovation—core pillars of today’s and tomorrow's transatlantic agenda. On December 10, Lindsay Gorman, GMF's Managing Director of Technology and Senior Fellow, will take the stage at the NATO Parliamentary Assembly’s
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German Marshall Fund
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🗓️ Mark your calendars! On December 10, GMF’s @LindsayPGorman, Managing Director and Senior Fellow, will take the stage at the NATO Parliamentary Assembly’s Transatlantic Forum at the US Congress in Washington, DC. She’ll lead a fireside chat on AI and defense innovation with
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The Trump administration has released its long-awaited National Security Strategy (NSS), outlining the trajectory of US foreign policy over the coming three years. For Europe, the message is direct: Assume far greater responsibility for your own security, address perceived trade
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German Marshall Fund
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📰 The US National Security Strategy is out!   🌍 GMF experts on both sides of the Atlantic break down what this means for the US, Europe, and beyond.   Read now: https://t.co/RykLF6SKCB
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
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I'm thrilled to welcome Tara Varma to GMF, as our new Managing Director of Strategic Foresight and Director of our Paris office, starting January 5, 2026. Tara brings deep expertise in transatlantic relations, European defense and security, and Europe’s role in Indo-Pacific
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German Marshall Fund
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GMF is pleased to announce that Tara Varma will join the organization as managing director of strategic foresight and director of GMF’s Paris office starting January 5, 2026. Tara is a renowned expert on French and European foreign policy. Varma joins GMF from the Brookings
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I’m delighted to share that Penny Naas will step into a new role at GMF as our Senior Vice President for Innovation and Competitiveness and Director of the Brussels Office, beginning January 1, 2026. Penny has already been an invaluable part of GMF, and in this expanded role,
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German Marshall Fund
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GMF is pleased to announce that Penny Naas will serve as the Senior Vice President for Innovation and Competitiveness and Director of the Brussels Office, starting January 1st, 2026. Penny will oversee the office's operations and lead GMF’s policy work on technology, innovation,
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
2 months
I had the honor of meeting with @ZelenskyyUa during his visit to Washington, DC. We spoke about the critical importance of continued U.S. leadership, sustained military assistance — especially in air defense — and strong European engagement in support of Ukraine. At the German
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
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🌍 The 27th #IndiaTrilateralForum begins today. Hosted by GMF’s @GarimaMo & @SweMFA, this strategic dialogue convenes senior leaders to shape the future of trilateral cooperation in security & defense. A vital moment for 🇺🇸🇮🇳🇪🇺 alignment. At GMF, we are proud to support
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German Marshall Fund
2 months
🇮🇳🇪🇺🇺🇸 The 27th India Trilateral Forum, organized by GMF's @GarimaMo and the @SweMFA, begins today. This two-day forum brings together senior policymakers, experts, and industry leaders from the U.S., Europe, and India for closed-door conversations on key issues shaping global
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Thrilled to welcome @dankliman back to GMF! Dan will lead a new program focused on Global Power Shifts — a timely and strategic addition to our work as we rethink and adapt the transatlantic partnership in a shifting global landscape. His multi-region expertise, policy
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German Marshall Fund
2 months
Today, national security executive @dankliman joins GMF as senior vice president for global power shifts. He will oversee a new GMF pillar on adapting the transatlantic partnership to a shifting global landscape and serve as a member of the GMF executive team. Learn more:
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
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I am happy to welcome Sameer Lalwani as a senior fellow. Sameer brings additional expertise on US-India relations and defense cooperation, further strengthening GMF's work in the Indo-Pacific region.
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German Marshall Fund
3 months
This week, Sameer Lalwani joins @GMFAsia as a Senior Fellow. At GMF, his research will focus on US-India relations and defense cooperation, alongside his earlier work on deterrence, conventional military competition, and technology alliances. Lalwani is also senior adviser with
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
3 months
Engagement between the Trump Administration and European leaders continued this week with the US President's visit to the UK. In a new analysis of where the US-UK relationship stands, GMF's representative in London, @GeorginaEWright argues that the trip was an uneventful
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German Marshall Fund
3 months
🇬🇧 "Keeping Trump close and differences quiet was a diplomatic win for Britain," writes GMF's @GeorginaEWright, of President Trump's recent state visit to the UK. Read her full take on the trip and the two countries' relationship at a turbulent time for transatlantic relations:
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
3 months
I had the distinct honor of hosting one of my first GMF dinners since arriving in Washington, DC. Tonight’s discussion, with @RepNateMoran (R-TX), touched on critical issues related to the transatlantic alliance, such as the future of competitiveness, security, and democracy. I
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German Marshall Fund
3 months
💭 What is the future of transatlanticism, and what are the opportunities for cooperation between the US and Europe? This evening, GMF President @AdeHoopScheffer hosted a dinner discussion with @RepNateMoran (R-TX). The conversation touched on various issues in transatlantic
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
3 months
Leaders on both sides of the Atlantic are engaged in critical debates about AI regulation and innovation. At GMF, we are pleased to host conversations where leaders from both sides can engage with their counterparts and share lessons from their work. Thank you to Representative
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German Marshall Fund
3 months
💡 Yesterday, the latest edition of the GMF Transatlantic Technology Exchange kicked off with a conversation in Washington between Tech Exchange participants, GMF experts, and political leaders from both sides of the Atlantic. 🧠 EU MEP @AxelVossMdEP and @RepDonBeyer anchored
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
3 months
Yesterday, I hosted a strong group of European ambassadors & DCMs at GMF for a substantive discussion on the future of transatlantic relations—security & defense, tech & competitiveness, and shifting global alliances—core themes of GMF’s Transatlantic Task Force I co-chaired with
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German Marshall Fund
3 months
💭 What is the future of the transatlantic alliance? GMF President Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer, PhD hosted a discussion with representatives from the European diplomatic community, including Ambassadors of Poland, Spain, Romania, and the Netherlands, to discuss GMF's roadmap
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
6 months
As NATO leaders convene in The Hague this week, GMF is releasing a groundbreaking policy brief that charts an actionable roadmap for the transatlantic alliance through 2030. Five strategic steps to rebalance and reinvent the alliance over the next five years:
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German Marshall Fund
6 months
🌎 In a new era of geopolitical rivalry and strategic competition, compounding global security crises, and the growth of authoritarian spheres of influence, the transatlantic alliance is under strain and faces the urgent task of reinventing itself. ⚖️ A new brief, based on
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
7 months
I was delighted to host Senator Ruben Gallego today for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of transatlantic relations. Thank you, Senator, for sharing your vision on responsibility-sharing, the power of people-to-people exchange & opportunities for cooperation ahead.
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Senator Ruben Gallego
7 months
Joined @gmfus today to talk about the future of transatlantic cooperation and why strong U.S.-European alliances matter now more than ever. As a former GMF fellow it’s always great to be back!
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
8 months
I am honored and thrilled to be named president of GMF. My vision for GMF’s future is rooted in a long-standing commitment to transatlantic dialogue and cooperation, bringing together leaders from across the United States and Europe and beyond, while empowering the next
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German Marshall Fund
8 months
The German Marshall Fund is pleased to announce that @AdeHoopScheffer has been appointed as the organization's next president, marking the start of a new chapter for the organization. Learn more: https://t.co/Iz5ajUOpgt
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
9 months
I'm thrilled to announce that Georgina Wright has joined GMF as special adviser to the president and senior fellow. Georgina brings over a decade of experience analyzing UK and European decision-making, economic security, and foreign policy. Her deep understanding of European
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German Marshall Fund
9 months
GMF is pleased to announce that @GeorginaEWright is joining the organization as Special Advisor to the President and Senior Fellow. She was previously a Visiting Fellow at GMF. Learn more: https://t.co/jotAO0sxXL
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
10 months
How Trump could productively reshape the transatlantic defense relationship https://t.co/fu9L2KX97s via @DefenseOne
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If rearming Europe and ending the war in Ukraine deters China, all the better.
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
10 months
GMF is launching a Transatlantic Task Force bringing together a group of influential US and European voices to develop a roadmap for the future of the transatlantic relationship. I am proud to serve as its co-chair with General (ret.) Curtis Scaparrotti
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German Marshall Fund
10 months
GMF is proud to announce the creation of a Transatlantic Task Force, co-chaired by Gen. (ret.) Curtis Scaparrotti, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe and Commander of US European Command, and Dr. @AdeHoopScheffer, GMF Acting President. Learn more:
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German Marshall Fund
10 months
"Our political leaders have failed to explain to a younger generation why the alliance is important and why it’s important for Ukraine to win this war," @AdeHoopScheffer tells @nyt. 🔗 Read GMF Acting President's full take:
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European leaders gathered Monday to plot a rough path forward on defense. Wavering support from President Trump is driving the debate.
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Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer
11 months
GMF’s Foreign Policy Memo for the New US Administration offers critical insights and policy recommendations for incoming US officials, focusing on transatlantic security, China, Russia, Ukraine, allied competitiveness, and technology.
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German Marshall Fund
11 months
🇺🇸 The second Trump administration takes office amid profound changes to the global geopolitical landscape. 🆕 Read GMF’s forward-looking series offers critical insights and policy recommendations for US officials in key areas of our expertise. 🔗 Click here:
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