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  <title><![CDATA[Understanding the NATO Alliance: A New Era?]]></title>
  <body><![CDATA[<p>Join the Georgia Tech Model NATO team for a dynamic panel discussion exploring the critical role of the Alliance in today’s global security climate. This event brings together experts from the academic, diplomatic, and military communities to examine the importance of NATO in Europe and beyond, while celebrating the recent achievements of our award-winning Model NATO team.</p><p>The session will begin with a moderated panel featuring targeted questions developed by Model NATO and the Atlanta Council on International Relations (ACIR). Drawing on their diverse professional backgrounds, panelists will offer unique insights into the geopolitical challenges facing the West. The event will conclude with an open Q&amp;A session, offering the audience a rare opportunity to engage directly with these leaders in international security.</p><p>Paid parking is available in the <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/WDxJ1P2BxGSutkK9A" target="_blank">Area 1 Visitor Lot</a>. <a href="https://gatech.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1zYJPZmMViIoCFg">Register</a> to attend.</p><p>Made possible through generous sponsorship by the Neal Family Endowment.</p><h2>Panelists</h2><ul><li><strong>Moderator: Aiden Holland</strong>, Co-captain of the GT Model NATO Team</li><li><strong>Gen. Phil Breedlove (Ret.)</strong>, Distinguished Professor of the Practice, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs</li><li><strong>Robert Kennedy</strong>, Professor Emeritus, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs; Chairman of the Board, Atlanta Council on International Relations</li><li><strong>Vicki Birchfield</strong>, Professor, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs; Co-director, Center for European and Transatlantic Studies</li></ul><h2>Event Schedule</h2><p>12 — 12:30 p.m.: Brief Reception with catered, buffet-style lunch<br>12:30 — 2 p.m.: Panel followed by Q&amp;A<br>2 – 2:30 p.m.: Closing remarks and networking&nbsp;</p>]]></body>
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