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The EU and the US have the world's largest bilateral trade and investment relationship. They are both close partners and competitors in the current geo-economic power struggle. Since the current US administration's inception, particularly after Russia's war against Ukraine, cooperation has advanced, particularly in the fields of supply chain security, export controls, and investment screening. But what's next? The discussion will be focused on what has been achieved so far, what obstacles remain for deeper cooperation, and what to aim for in the long run.

Speakers:

Dr. Steffen Hindelang: Professor of international investment and trade law, Uppsala University, Faculty of Law / Sweden

Thomas Feddo, Founder and Managing Member of The Rubicon Advisors, LLC, Washington, DC

Moderator Csaba M. Rusznak, President, Sovereign Arbitration Advisors, Washington, DC

In celebration of International Legal Studies Program’s 40th Anniversary, Office of Career and Professional Development in partnership with ABA International Section is hosting Careers in International Law Panel on Wednesday, October 19th at 5-6:30pm. Experienced WCL alumni/practitioners will discuss employment pathways in international law. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about internship opportunities, how to network with legal experts from around the world, practice in other legal systems and cultures, become active in international organizations and societies, and how to develop legal and interpersonal skills. The panel will be followed by a networking reception.

The International Legal Studies Program at AUWCL celebrates its 40th Anniversary. The Program was founded in 1982 as a bold statement of our commitment to the teaching and research of international law. The program launched the first LL.M. program for international students in the United States. Ever since, AUWCL has remained at the forefront of international law and it has trained more than 4,500 lawyers from more than 60 countries. They are today an incredible community of legal professionals working in prominent law firms, international organizations, diplomacy, and non-governmental organizations. These professionals have witnessed and led global developments such as the end of the cold war and break-up of the Soviet Union, the development towards globalization, the eradication of poverty, the technological revolution, the multilateralization of international trade relations, as well as the renewed backlash against global values through nationalism, populism, and militarism. While the world has changed over the last 40 years, the need for a strong international legal order remains as pressing and necessary as in 1982. AUWCL’s commitment to these fundamental legal values continues unabetted.

To celebrate the achievement of the International Legal Studies Program’s 40th Anniversary, we are bringing together at our new law school campus in Washington, D.C. some of the greatest legal minds of our times to discuss the past and the future of international law at a unique conference. We are also going to offer an additional social program that allows to spend some time together with colleagues and alumni. This event will take place between Thursday and Saturday, October 20 to 22, 2022.