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SUMMARY:Spotlight on Moldova
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. NEW VENUE: This event has been moved to the Germanic-American Institute at 301 Summit Avenue in Saint Paul.  \nThe U.S. is home to approximately 150\,00 Moldovans and has a consequential relationship with the country as it deepens its integration into global markets\, reinforces its support for Ukraine\, and advances its candidacy for membership in the European Union. Amid evolving domestic and regional political dynamics\, Moldova is a focus of growing importance for European stability. \nJoin us for an engaging coffee and conversation on the touchpoints between Moldova and Minnesota featuring Anton Lungu\, the Consul General of Moldova to Chicago. \nGlobal Minnesota members receive discounted admission. Members are welcome to bring a guest at the member rate.  \nNot yet a member? Check out the many benefits of membership and join today. \nRegister Here \nPlease contact Addy Cross at across@globalminnesota.org for questions or accessibility accommodations. \nSpeaker: Consul General Anton Lungu\nAnton Lungu is a career diplomat of the Republic of Moldova with 17 years of experience in the diplomatic service. He currently holds the diplomatic rank of Minister-Counselor. Between August 2023 and April 2025\, he served as Minister-Counselor\, Deputy Head of the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova to the U. S. \nPreviously\, he was the Director of European Union affairs (2021–2023)\, Counselor at the Mission of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union (2018–2021)\, and held various positions within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration\, as well as at the Embassies of the Republic of Moldova in Ukraine and the EU\, beginning in 2008. \nHe holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Economic Relations from the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova\, Francophone branch (2008)\, and two Master’s degrees: one in Business Administration from ASEM (2010)\, and another in International and Institutional Law from ULIM (2017). He was a merit scholarship recipient of the “Paul Braun” program in 2007–2008. \nHe is fluent in Romanian\, English\, French\, and Russian\, and has a basic knowledge of German. In 2018\, he was awarded the Diploma of Merit\, Second Class\, by the Government of the Republic of Moldova.
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SUMMARY:Explore German Heritage and More on a Viking River Journey
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. This event is AT CAPACITY. Please email info@globalminnesota.org to be placed on the waitlist.  \nCalling all travelers! Are you dreaming of experiencing the scenic Danube\, the mighty Rhine\, or the picturesque Elbe as you explore Germany’s history\, art\, cuisine\, architecture\, and more? Come together with travel enthusiasts and industry experts for an evening featuring German flavor as we immerse you in the joys of European river cruising with Viking. \nGlobal Minnesota is pleased to team up with Viking and Travel Leaders for an exciting and informative evening. Viking offers multiple European (and worldwide) options for culturally curious travelers with itineraries created to explore the world in comfort. We’ll cover highlights and what to expect on a Viking river voyage with Rebecca Aiken from Viking while enjoying appetizers and beverages in a unique German-pub style gathering space. Travel Leaders will have a team of experienced staff on hand who can advise on Viking cruises as well as travel worldwide. Bring your travel questions! \nWhether you’re a future\, experienced\, or armchair traveler\, join us for a relaxed evening of learning and sharing travel tips\, ideas\, and experiences and be inspired to plan your next adventure. \nEvent is free including appetizers\, beer and wine\, nonalcoholic beverages\, and door prizes. Space is limited. \nThe event takes place in a unique German-pub style venue accessed by a flight of stairs. Please contact Katie Kelley (kkelley@globalminnesota.org) for accessibility options or questions. \nPlease note\, attendee names and email addresses will be shared with program partners. \nThank you to program partners Germanic American Institute\, Travel Leaders\, and Viking.
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Transatlantic Relations with the German Embassy
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Registration deadline is Saturday\, June 8! \nAs a major power in European affairs\, Germany plays a critical role in steering the transatlantic relationship. Join Global Minnesota and the Germanic-American Institute to hear insights from Rainer Breul\, head of the Political Department at the German Embassy in Washington\, D.C. He will join Irene Braam\, Executive Director of the Bertelsmann Foundation\, to discuss the U.S.-German relationship and its impact on the transatlantic political order. \nEvent Agenda\n11:00 Doors Open\, Networking\n11:15 Lunch is served\n11:30 Briefing begins followed by audience Q&A\n12:30 Event Concludes \nTickets: $25; includes lunch and a beverage \nREGISTER \nAbout the Speakers \nMr. Rainer Breul is Head of Political Affairs at the German Embassy. Prior to coming to Washington DC in July 2023\, he worked in Berlin as Head of the Europe Division of the Office of the Federal President (2020-2023) and Deputy Spokesperson of the Federal Foreign Office (2017-2020). His previous postings include three years as Political Counsellor and Spokesperson of the German Embassy in Pretoria\, South Africa (2014-2017)\, Political Advisor in the Office of Federal Foreign Minister (2011-2014)\, and Desk Officer for Europe and Global Affairs in the Policy Planning Staff of the Federal Foreign Office (2009-2011). He also worked as First Secretary at the German Permanent Representation to the European Union (2006-2009). Mr Breul holds a Masters Degree from the University Constance\, Germany (Politics and Management) and studied international relations at IEP Aix-enProvence\, France and the University of Warwick\, UK. He spent a year as an exchange student in Cullman\, Alabama (1996-1997) where he earned a High School Diploma. He is married and has three sons. \nIrene Braam joined the Bertelsmann Foundation as executive director. Irene is an experienced lawyer and media expert\, and worked for over ten years with the Bertelsmann company. She began as director of government relations of the Brussels Liaison Office in 2005 and became senior vice president of government relations in September 2011. Irene developed\, among other things\, a European platform for global discussion about the digital transformation of the media world. The series was held in Brussels\, Berlin\, Madrid and London. Not only did she represent and position Bertelsmann’s interests in the EU\, she also promoted Bertelsmann in other cultural and social events in Brussels\, such as UFA Film nights\, previews of Fremantle Media’s productions\, exhibitions and public panel discussions. After studying law at Maastricht University\, the Dutch native began her professional career in 1998 in the music industry. Irene was head of international\, legal and business affairs at Naïve Records in Paris\, in charge of business development for Midbar Tech Ltd. in Tel Aviv\, and served as both director of public policy and government affairs\, and director of legal and business affairs at the Universal Music Group in London and Brussels. \n\nPresented in partnership with the Bertelsmann Foundation and the Germanic-American Institute. 
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: This Kind of Hope
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nIn partnership with the Germanic-American Institute\, join Global Minnesota for a free screening of the Swiss/German Documentary “This Kind of Hope” \nReleased in 2023\, the documentary tells the story of diplomat\, Andrei Sannikov\, who was instrumental in Belarus’ nuclear disarmament in the 1990s. Under President Lukashenko\, he resigned from the civil service and began the fight for a democratic Belarus\, which cost the lives of companions and landed him in prison for a time. Today\, as a stateless diplomat\, he tirelessly works to inform audiences about his homeland. \nThe film is in English\, Russian and Belarusian with German subtitles. \n  \nGET TICKETS
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