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Keynotes, discussions, interventions, and presentations extracted from events hosted by the Hertie School. thehertieschool.substack.com

  1. Sep 24

    Liam Byrne on Thursday 15th on why is the Radical Right winning and what can we do now

    Liam Byrne, MP, Labour Party (UK)The AfD’s historic 43,8% in Saxony-Anhalt is more than a warning about the strength of the far right. It exposes a deeper challenge for democratic politics: where people's economic insecurity, political alienation and uncertainty about the future overlap, populists are increasingly effective at turning frustration into anger, fear and a promise to “take back control”.As Liam Byrne, MP, Labour Party and Chair of the House of Commons Business and Trade Committee, argues in his new book Why Populists Are Winning: and How to Beat Them, populists have become remarkably effective at giving voters a sense of agency and a compelling story about who is to blame. Democratic parties, meanwhile, have too often ceded the emotional terrain of politics, including anger, belonging and hope, to their far-right opponents.What does this mean for Germany’s CDU-SPD coalition and Labour under Britain´s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham? How can they combine tangible economic and social delivery with a more compelling political offer: one that restores trust, gives people a sense of agency and makes the future feel worth fighting for?This discussion explores what Germany and Britain can learn from each other about the populist revolt reshaping democratic politics and rebuilding the political centre: not by chasing populists, but by making democratic politics more credible, emotionally resonant and capable of delivering change.━━━━━━━━Understand today. Shape tomorrow.▶ Website: https://www.hertie-school.org▶ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/school/hertie-school▶ Instagram: https://instagram.com/thehertieschool▶ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hertieschool.bsky.social▶ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/school/hertie-school▶ Substack: https://substack.com/@thehertieschool This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thehertieschool.substack.com

    Liam Byrne on Thursday 15th on why is the Radical Right winning and what can we do now

  2. Sep 17

    Kyriakos Pierrakakis on where Europe’s future growth will from

    Kyriakos Pierrakakis, President of Eurogroup Europe’s economic challenges are clear: weak productivity growth, huge investment needs, growing global competition and increasingly tight public finances. At the same time, geopolitical tensions and financial risks are putting Europe’s economic model under new pressure.So, what will it take to make Europe more competitive, productive and resilient?In this conversation, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, President of the Eurogroup and Minister of Economy and Finance of Greece, joins Thu Nguyen, Acting Co-Director of the Jacques Delors Centre, to discuss the choices facing Europe’s economy.From mobilising Europe’s vast private savings and completing the Single Market to shaping the next EU budget and simplifying rules for businesses, the discussion explores what Europe needs to do to unlock investment, boost productivity and achieve the scale needed to prosper.Can Europe overcome national fragmentation and build a stronger economic future?https://www.hertie-school.org/en/events/event-detail/event/conversation-with-kyriakos-pierrakakis This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thehertieschool.substack.com

    Kyriakos Pierrakakis on where Europe’s future growth will from

  3. Sep 2

    Mauro Gilli on Technological Competitions and International Politics

    The keynote address from Mauro Gilli, Professor of Military Strategy and Technology at the Hertie School’s Centre for International Security, on “Technological Competitions and International Politics”, delivered to incoming students at the Opening of the Academic Year 2026/27. Mauro talks about how technology changes over time, innovation, and the relationship between technology and policy.━━━━━━━━ Understand today. Shape tomorrow.▶ Website: https://www.hertie-school.org▶ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/school/hertie-school▶ Instagram: https://instagram.com/thehertieschool▶ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hertieschool.bsky.social▶ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/school/hertie-school▶ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DwjtJyb6n9SlfTKcbFyAu▶ Substack: https://substack.com/@thehertieschoolThe Hertie School is a private university based in Berlin, Germany, accredited by the state and the German Science Council. It prepares exceptional students for leadership positions in government, business, and civil society. Interdisciplinary and practice-oriented teaching, first-class research and an extensive international network set the Hertie School apart and position it as an ambassador of good governance, characterised by public debate and engagement. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thehertieschool.substack.com

  4. Jul 1

    Wolfgang Schmidt's Commencement Speech to Hertie Graduates 2026

    22 June 2026, Berlin Philharmonie Wolfgang Schmidt, former Federal Minister for Special Affairs, delivers an inspirational speach to Hertie Graduates. He talks about leadership, cooperation, and respecting other opinions and valuing comprimise. https://www.hertie-school.org/en/news/detail/content/hertie-school-celebrates-class-of-2026https://www.hertie-school.org/en/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thehertieschool.substack.com

    Wolfgang Schmidt's Commencement Speech to Hertie Graduates 2026

  5. Jun 10

    Reem Alabali Radovan on migration and todays challenges

    Reem Alabali Radovan, German Ministor for Economic Cooperation and Development, speaks at the launch of the joint initiative on migration by the Hertie School and the Gere Foundation. She talks about the migration, displacement, and refugees around the world and specifically about Europe. “We have to make sure, as Europeans, together with our partners in Africa, that no more people die in the mediterranean sea.” “What is required is clear, people need to be able to see a future in the place they live, opportunities that make it worth staying for them and their children.” https://www.hertie-school.org/en/fundamental-rights https://gerefoundation.org/ The new Joint Initiative will examine the deep causes of migration, that is, push, pull, and repeal factors that structure migration flows, addressing the drivers of transnational movements holistically. It will consider state policies, their consequences, and the interplay between them, exploring alternatives and proposing better ways forward to prompt a fundamental change of approach. Full event recording on YouTube: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thehertieschool.substack.com

  6. Jun 5

    Richard Gere on being a migrant, on being human

    Richard Gere speaking on the occasion of the public launch of the joint initiative on migration between the Hertie School Centre for Fundamental Rights and The Gere Foundation. https://www.hertie-school.org/en/fundamental-rights https://gerefoundation.org/ Mr Gere speaks of his personal experience and hopes for the future.The new Joint Initiative will examine the deep causes of migration, that is, push, pull, and repeal factors that structure migration flows, addressing the drivers of transnational movements holistically. It will consider state policies, their consequences, and the interplay between them, exploring alternatives and proposing better ways forward to prompt a fundamental change of approach. Full event recording on YouTube: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thehertieschool.substack.com

    Richard Gere on being a migrant, on being human

  7. May 21

    José Manuel Albares Bueno on Spain’s Vision for the Future of Europe

    The Jacques Delors Centre at the Hertie School is pleased to have hosted a keynote speech by José Manuel Albares, Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain, on the future of Europe in an increasingly fragmented and competitive world.At a moment of profound geopolitical change, Europe faces growing pressure to strengthen its capacity to act collectively - economically, socially, and in matters of security and defence. From Russia’s war against Ukraine to global industrial competition and the climate crisis, the European Union is being tested on multiple fronts at once. Against this backdrop, Minister Albares shared his reflections on the future of Europe. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thehertieschool.substack.com

    José Manuel Albares Bueno on Spain’s Vision for the Future of Europe

  8. Apr 28

    Clément Beaune on a competitive Europe

    A timely discussion on Europe’s geoeconomic future with Clément Beaune, drawing on his experience at the highest levels of French and European policymaking.Geopolitical tensions have laid bare the depth of Europe’s strategic dependencies, spanning security, energy, and critical raw materials. In an increasingly adversarial geoeconomic landscape, how can the EU reduce its most acute vulnerabilities, while leveraging its strengths to enhance resilience and increase its capacity to act? A spotlight on Clément Beaune, who shares his insights at the intersection of European policy, economic strategy, and global challenges, drawing on his experience and the work of the French High Commissioner for Strategy and Planning, with particular attention to the role of Franco-German cooperation in shaping a coherent European approach.The discussion addresses key questions:On what strengths can the EU draw to improve its geoeconomic position?Can Europe remain an open trade partner and reduce vulnerabilities at the same time?How far should “Buy European” approaches go without undermining competitiveness?Where do France and Germany differ in their vision for Europe’s geoeconomic power and where is convergence possible to build a coherent European strategy? The keynote is followed by a moderated discussion with Thu Nguyen, Acting Co-Director of the Jacques Delors Centre, including a Q&A with the audience. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thehertieschool.substack.com

    Clément Beaune on a competitive Europe
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Keynotes, discussions, interventions, and presentations extracted from events hosted by the Hertie School. thehertieschool.substack.com

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    2025 - 2026
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