As a major player in global affairs, Germany has a critical role in steering the transatlantic relationship. Earlier this summer, Global Minnesota partnered on an event with the Germanic-American Institute and the Bertelsmann Foundation to discuss the U.S.-German relationship. The event featured remarks from Irene Braam, Executive Director of the Bertelsmann Foundation, and Rainer Breul, who serves as the Head of Political Affairs at the German Embassy in Washington, D.C.
On this episode, hear from Rainer Breul as he shares more about his background, the connections between Germany and Minnesota, and the essential importance of the U.S.-German relationship.
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Germany Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Department of State Office of Sub-National Diplomacy
This interview was recorded on June 25, 2024.