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Comprehensive security, the “Finnish model” for 21st-century threats

In his address at the Hertie School, Finnish President Alexander Stubb laid out Finland’s approach to security and defence, with lessons for the rest of Europe.

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“Sweden has made its own ‘Zeitenwende’”

Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billström addressed NATO, Ukraine and Swedish security policy in keynote speech to the Hertie School community.

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AI regulation must be multistakeholder

Hertie School, Centre for Digital Governance and Data Science Lab jointly host public discussion about the EU AI Act.

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Book event: How Hermann Tietz became Hertie

Authors, faculty and alumni discuss new study covering the ‘Aryanisation’ of the Herman Tietz department store group.

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Threats to courts – threats to democracies

Hertie School and Centre for Fundamental Rights co-host event with international supreme court judges on the role of courts in protecting democracy.

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From reluctance to resolution

Hertie School and Centre for International Security host public discussion about strengthening Germany and Europe’s role in a new era of global insecurities.

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“The unity of the EU is more important than ever”

During his visit to the Hertie School, Irish Deputy Minister Micheál Martin spoke about Jacques Delors, European Union enlargement, and upcoming European Union elections.

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"Sometimes the mountain has to go to the prophet"

Hertie School holds public discussion about the future of democracy as part of its Hertie Futures Forum series.

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Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte visits the Hertie School

As part of his visit to Berlin, Rutte spoke with students about the recent Dutch elections, European sovereignty and his time in leadership.

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Real security is being able to let down your guard

Hertie School hosts BBC Reith Lecture “Our Democratic Future” with Ben Ansell.

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Shifting the narrative about climate action

The Hertie Futures Forum Sustainability Event kicked off our 20th anniversary event series with an exciting panel. “Looking back to move forward: Exploring innovative approaches for international climate policy” explored lessons learnt and upcoming challenges in international climate policy with key figures in the field.

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From role models to leadership: Alumni reflect on the Hertie School 20 years after its foundation

While praising the exchange of perspectives during their degrees, the panel also made suggestions on how to move forward in the future.