EU Ambassador : Leadership Forum : 4.16.08

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EU Ambassador discusses World Events

John Bruton, Ambassador of the European Union to the US and former Irish Taoiseach addressed The American Ireland Fund Leadership Forum. In a very frank and comprehensive review of world affairs, he spoke of:

• Increases in food prices worldwide
• The ascent of China, India and the Middle East
• Internal European Affairs

A lively dialogue with guests ensued, the conclusion of which was that tumultuous change is likely in world events over the next two decades.

Ambassador Bruton, who was a key player in the Irish Peace Process, spoke of the lessons Ireland can provide the world in conflict resolution.

In recognition of Ambassador Bruton’s participation, Loretta Brennan Glucksman presented him with a copy of the Flight Path. The Flight Path was published on the occasion of the 25th Anniversary of the American Ireland Fund Literary Award and includes extracts by each of the winners. It is a veritable constellation of Irish writing talent. The book was published privately and limited to 500 copies.

Photo Index
1 - John Bruton
2 - Kieran McLoughlin, John Duffy, John Bruton, Loretta Brennan Glucksman
3 - John Bruton, Loretta Brennan Glucksman
4 - John Duffy, Loretta Brennan Glucksman, John Bruton, Paul Kavanagh
5 - John O'Donoghue