This month, in our 'Back to school' edition, Isabelle Trick is joined by Global Counsel colleagues across our offices to discuss the new European Commission, UK party conference season, Germany's regional elections, and the United Nations General Assembly week.

Tom White, our Europe Director explores the formation of the new European Commission, the allocation of portfolios, and the new balance of power. Find out more about our work on Europe and Eurasia politics and policy.

Bex Bailey, Associate Director in our UK politics and policy team joins to discuss the importance of party conference season in the UK, why this year is different, and how to make the most of fringe events. Find out more about our work on UK politics and policy.

Jannis Kettenring, Associate in our Berlin office analyses the performance of the far-right party AfD in recent German state elections and the difficulties of government formation there, the upcoming state elections in Brandenburg and their potential impact on the national political conversation. Find out more about our work in Berlin.

Finally, Alexander Smotrov, Director for Multilateral Platforms, joins Isabelle to delve into the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and the events and discussions that take place during this time, highlighting the relevance for businesses and NGOs. Find out more about our work in major events and convening.

If you, your business or your investment is affected by any of the topics discussed in this episode, get in touch with the Global Counsel team - www.global-counsel.com

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On this month’s episode, Isabelle is joined by Practice Director Matt Bevington, Director Ana Gradinaru, Senior Associate Alexander van der Wusten, and Analyst Karolina Lagercrantz.

• Matt discusses the immediate domestic policy priorities for the UK after the election, and talks about the significance of the EPC summit for the UK's relationship with the EU.
• Ana discusses how the French population will vote in the second round of the elections, and what a likely 'cohabitation' will mean for President Macron and for French policy on anything from defence to immigration
• Alexander and Karolina discuss the role of the new NATO Secretary General and the enlarged membership in addressing issues such as Ukraine and the relationship with the US.

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On this month’s episode, Isabelle is joined by Europe Director Tom White, President of GC US Erin Caddell, and Senior Associate Giulia Pasquali.

• Tom discusses the European elections including the current state of play, the challenges of building a stabilizing majority and the future of Ursula von der Leyen and her flagship policies.

• Erin analyses the current state of the US presidential race, the upcoming Biden-Trump debates, and the potential policy implications of the US election.

• Giulia explores the G7 Leaders Summit covering topics such as a deal on seized Russian assets, migration, and the B7 summit. They also discuss the impact of the Italian presidency on Prime Minister Meloni and the future of the Matei plan.

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