Atlantik-Brücke e.V.

The Atlantik-Brücke e.V. is a leading, non-profit and non-partisan network that has been promoting cooperation between Germany, Europe, and America since its founding in 1952. Founded by prominent figures such as Eric M. Warburg, Erik Blumenfeld, Marion Gräfin Dönhoff, and Ernst Friedlaender, the association is headquartered in the Magnus-Haus in Berlin[3][4].

The Atlantik-Brücke advocates for multilateralism, open societies, and free trade. Its mission is to strengthen transatlantic cooperation, which is a crucial factor for global order and stability in difficult times. The association particularly advocates for the values of international cooperation and mutual understanding during times of nationalist tendencies[2][4].

The Atlantik-Brücke counts about 800 leading figures from business, politics, science, media, and culture among its members. These members, who join by invitation, are decision-makers on both sides of the Atlantic and contribute to enriching the transatlantic discussion through their expertise. The association provides an exclusive platform for exchange between politics, businesses, young leaders, and representatives of civil society[2][3][4].

The Atlantik-Brücke organizes a variety of events, including high-level public conferences, seminars, delegation trips, strategy meetings, and expert panels. Additionally, there are regional groups in Germany and internationally, such as the regional groups in Munich/Bavaria, Frankfurt/Hesse, Hamburg, Central Germany, Rhineland, Baden-Württemberg, London, New York, and Brussels, which regularly hold meetings and events on current issues in foreign and security policy, economy, and finance[1][4].

An important part of the work of the Atlantik-Brücke is the "Young Leaders" program, which was launched in 1973 in collaboration with the American Council on Germany (ACG). This program promotes networking among young leaders and provides them with a platform for exchange and further education. Furthermore, the Atlantik-Brücke awards prizes, such as the George H.W. Bush Award, to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to improving German-American relations[3][5].

Although the Atlantik-Brücke primarily focuses on promoting transatlantic cooperation and multilateral dialogue, the discussion and analysis of global challenges such as climate change and geopolitical developments also play an important role. Through its events and publications, the association contributes to ensuring that these topics are discussed and addressed in public and among decision-makers[2][4].

The Atlantik-Brücke remains committed to current and future challenges, such as analyzing the impact of the US presidential elections on transatlantic relations or discussing the future US strategy towards China and support for Ukraine. Through this work, the Atlantik-Brücke continuously strengthens the transatlantic partnership and promotes global stability and economic growth[2][4].

• 1 - https://www.atlantik-bruecke.org/veranstaltungen/regionalgruppen/
• 2 - https://www.atlantik-bruecke.org/die-atlantik-bruecke/
• 3 - https://lobbypedia.de/wiki/Atlantik-br%C3%BCcke
• 4 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlantik-Br%C3%BCcke
• 5 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlantik-Br%C3%BCcke