KEEPING CHANNELS OPEN
Supporting Euro-atlantiC Cooperation and global cooperation
Our Mission
- Keeping Channels Open is a dynamic new initiative aimed at strengthening UK-EU-US dialogue & cooperation in the wake of the Russian war on Ukraine, Covid, Brexit, Trumpism and waves of populism and disinformation. It was launched in September 2020 as a cross-party, cross-border network by independent partners & the Friedrich Naumann Foundation.
- Through a series of events, we are hosting multi-disciplinary groups of politicians, experts and stakeholders to debate how to cooperate on the most pressing issues of the day. This growing network is brainstorming solutions and reinforcing solidarity in the face disruption to our economies, cohesion, security, democracy and way of life.
- Current topics include the West’s relations with China; Europe’s global engagement; ways to end Russia’s aggression and the Israel-Hamas war; improving UK-EU relations; dealing with geopolitical competition; strengthening climate change action, economic security and technological progress; promoting democratic resilience; managing culture wars and disinformation.
Keeping Channels Open in the Media
Post-Brexit unity in Europe is essential – and war in Ukraine proves this
The UK government finds itself in the frustrating position of wanting to lead the charge, but remains stuck in an ideological groove that harms its influence
What the Afghanistan moment means for Germany, EU and NATO
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UK cities and regions say ‘bottom-up’ is best approach to save UK relations with Europe
‘Bottom-up’ could be the best way to revitalise UK relations with Europe...
The initiative attempting to re-build bridges with the EU
As Brexit negotiations end, the next phase begins. In 2021, much time and effort will be expended by pro-EU campaigners...
Take back control of the conversation, and we may just get our country back
As the UK goes through the twin convulsions of Covid and Brexit, the ability to reach people with...
We can reduce sorrow over Brexit by building new connections with Europe
Once Brexit is fully delivered, there’s no guarantee people will see the same facts or blame...
Supported by
Sandra Khadhouri
Founder & Director