America's Square
300 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
300 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
The 2024 National Security Symposium brings together distinguished practitioners and scholars to examine the foreign policy challenges facing the United States in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. The event will provide analysis of the conflict in each of these theaters, while assessing the grand strategy of US policy in the coming years and decades.
The Symposium is sponsored by the Federalist Society’s International & National Security Law Practice Group and the National Security Institute at George Mason
University.
When:
Thursday, May 30, 2024
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sponsors:
International and National Law Practice Group,
National Security Institute at George Mason University
Where:
Roof Terrace
America's Square
300 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
*Access to the Roof Terrace is provided through the America's Square atrium lobby.
Parking/Metro Information:
Parking garage entrance: 311 First St NW ($26 for the day)
Closest metro stops: Judiciary Square and Union Station (Both Red Line)
Only register if you plan to attend in person.
These counts are for food and beverage purposes only.
180 minutes of CLE available. More Information will be available available soon.
Schedule:
Registration:
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Welcome & Opening Remarks
10:00 am - 10:15 am
Panel I: Regional Strategy & Competing Conflicts
10:15 am - 11:45 am
Lunch & Keynote Address
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Panel II: The Future of Foreign Policy: What Should be the US’s Grand Strategy Going Forward
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Cost:
- Conference - $10
- Conference with CLE Credit - $50
Please contact Jack Capizzi at [email protected] or call 202-627-1371 with any questions.
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10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Panel I: Regional Strategy & Competing Conflicts
| Topics: | International & National Security Law |
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America's Square
300 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
300 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
Description
Over the past two years, a series of regional conflicts has resulted in diplomatic tensions and increased conflict. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has raised concerns about the future of Europe's diplomatic landscape. Additionally, renewed conflict in the Middle East, particularly following the October 7th terror attack, has led to questions about the future of the Israel-Palestine conflict, the threat posed by Iran, and the stability of relations between the West and the Arab world. Furthermore, China's persistent aggression towards Taiwan has heightened concerns about the potential for conflict in the Pacific region.
This panel will examine how the US can effectively prioritize its engagement in these regions. Panelists will offer perspectives on whether greater attention should be given to Asia, Europe, or the Middle East, and how to address the specific challenges in each region.
Featuring:
- Michael Allen, Managing Director, Beacon Global Strategies LLC
- Mark Dubowitz, Executive Director, Foundation for Defense of Decmocracies
- Prof. Julian Ku, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Faculty Director of International Programs, Maurice A. Deane Distinguished Professor of Constitutional Law, Maurice A. Deane School of Law, Hofstra University
Speakers
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Panel II: The Future of Foreign Policy: What Should be the US’s Grand Strategy Going Forward
| Topics: | International & National Security Law |
|---|
America's Square
300 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington , DC 20001
300 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington , DC 20001
Description
With conflict rising across the globe and a presidential election this year, the United States is positioned to reevaluate its foreign policy approach to current and future challenges. This panel will examine the role the US should play in global affairs. What should American engagement look like today? This discussion will explore whether the US should recalibrate its grand strategy to effectively address emerging conflicts, technological advancements, and global threats.
By evaluating past strategies and envisioning future directions, the panel aims to offer insights and opinions on the future of US foreign policy in the 21st century.
Featuring:
- Lt. General (Ret.) Keith Kellogg, Co-Chair, Center for American Security
- Kori Schake, Director of Foreign and Defense Policy Studies, American Enterprise Institute
