WSF2019 | TRANSATLANTIC DISCUSSION: John Garamendi – Radosław Sikorski
WSF2019 | TRANSATLANTIC DISCUSSION: John Garamendi – Radosław Sikorski
The discussion between Mr. John Garamendi, Member of the US House of Representatives from California and Mr. Radosław Sikorski, Member of European Parliament, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland (2007 – 2014) was moderated by Ms. Katarzyna Pisarska, Program Director of the Warsaw Security Forum. The panel aimed to debate the impact of recent events on transatlantic relations. The panel took place on October 3, 2019.
The first topic concerned the Trump administration’s commitment to NATO following the Helsinki Summit. Minister Sikorski underlined the huge importance for European countries of maintaining a great relationship with the US President, since he is the only one with the capacity to “match [Russia] in entering on the ladder of nuclear escalation”. Congressman Garamendi was more cautious. He warned that nuclear war is “the end of everything”. He explained to the audience that a new nuclear arms race had been launched between China, Russia, and the United States. Other topics discussed include the Iranian crisis and the trade war between China and the United States.
Warsaw Security Forum presence at the Munich Security Conference 2025
At the 2025 Munich Security Conference, the Warsaw Security Forum reaffirmed its role as the leading CEE platform advocating for transatlantic security and unwavering support for Ukraine. With Prof. Katarzyna Pisarska moderating a high-level panel on European aid to Ukraine and hosting an exclusive working dinner on transatlantic relations, WSF played a direct role in shaping the strategic debate. The forum outlined key priorities for European security—strengthening Ukraine, bolstering defense industries, and redefining Europe’s role in global security—reinforcing the message that Europe must lead, or risk being sidelined.
Warsaw Security Forum Partners the Munich Security Conference 2025
It is our pleasure to inform you that the Warsaw Security Forum (WSF) is a partner institution of this year’s prestigious Munich Security Conference (MSC2025), taking place on February 14-16, 2025. As a #MSC2025 partner, we will contribute to the conference’s dynamic agenda by hosting two high-profile events: Panel Discussion: "Security Dividend: European Support for Ukraine" & Closed-Door Dinner: "Thinking Transatlantic Relations Anew: Mapping the New European Security Architecture and Russia Strategy".
Warsaw Security Forum Advocates for Key Security Priorities During High-Level Delegation Visit to Brussels
Last week, representatives of the Warsaw Security Forum (WSF), including Prof. Katarzyna Pisarska and Tomasz Obremski, visited Brussels to present the WSF 2025 initiatives to the newly appointed EU and NATO leadership. The delegation engaged in over 20 high-level meetings with officials from the European Commission, European Council, European Parliament, and NATO Headquarters, focusing on critical global and regional security priorities.