Elections in Europe! Experts on the Future of Global Relations

Raleigh Addington
Raleigh Addington
administrator at Chartwell Speakers

Germany plays a pivotal role within the European Union, and the outcome of the recent election is likely to significantly influence the EU’s stability and strategic direction. As Europe’s largest economy and a key political force, Germany often serves as a barometer for broader political trends across the continent. With Poland, Spain, and Italy also facing critical elections later this year, 2025 is shaping up to be decisive for Europe’s future – impacting how the continent responds to pressing global challenges such as economic uncertainty, security threats, and escalating geopolitical tensions.

Chartwell represents an array of expert speakers who can provide valuable, forward-looking insights and ideas on the future of Europe.

Charles Michel

Charles Michel

President of the European Council (2019-24) and Prime Minister of Belgium (2014-19)

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Margrethe Vestager

European Commissioner for Competition (2014-2024)

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Leo Varadker

Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland (2017-20 and again 2022-24)

Helle Thorning-Schmidt

Helle Thorning-Schmidt

Prime Minister of Denmark (2011-15) and Member of the European Parliament (1999-14)

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Carl Bildt

Prime Minister of Sweden (1991-94) and UN Special Envoy for the Balkans (1999-01)

José Manuel Barroso

President of the European Commission (2010-14) and Prime Minister of Portugal (2002-04)

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Dominique de Villepin

Prime Minister of France (2005-07) and Minister of Foreign Affairs (2002-04)

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Wolfgang Munchau

Author of ‘Kaput: The End of the German Miracle’ (2024)

Joschka Fischer

Vice-Chancellor of Germany (1998-2005)

Marietje Schaake

Member of European Parliament (2009-19) and  Director at Stanford Cyber Policy Centre

Robin Niblett

Chief Executive and Director at Chatham House (2007-22)

Jean-Yves Le Drian

French Minister of Foreign Affairs (2017-22) and Minister of Defence (2012-17)

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Lionel Barber

Journalist and Editor of the Financial Times (2005-20)

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