The FSD holds the 1st Europe-Middle East Forum with ELNET via video conference

The discussion focused on the strategic challenges and implications of ongoing efforts to revive the Iranian nuclear deal.
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The dialogue explored the possible trajectories of the U.S.-China rivalry and its impact on America’s allies, including Israel, European states, and the EU as a whole, as well as realistic alternatives for the respective China policies of those actors.

The second edition of the Europe-Middle East Forum focused on addressign the Iranian challenge in light of the different approach adopted by the Biden Administration.

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The Mission of the FSD

The Forum of Strategic Dialogue (FSD) facilitates high-level strategic dialogues between Europe and Israel. The FSD provides a unique platform for "Track 1.5" diplomacy, beyond the constraints of formal intergovernmental relations. The FSD fosters open communication that encourages participants—senior governmental officials and leading experts—to probe and develop new ideas and enhance relations-building and bilateral cooperation.

Key Topics

• Regional strategic environment

• C ountering terrorism & radicalization

• Iran: nuclear, ballistic & regional

• The Syrian conflict

• Europe-Israel relations

• Israeli-Palestinian c onflict

• Role of major powers in the Middle East

• Defence and military issues

Recent Publications

	It is very important to sit together and discuss the key strategic issues openly, while understanding that there are diverse views in both Israel and Poland. By providing this forum, the FSD contributes significantly to Poland-Israel cooperation and friendship.
Brig. Gen. (res.) Jacob Nagel, former Acting Head of Israel's National Security Council

	Increased understanding of Israel has been one of the biggest gains for me. My views of Israelis have evolved and matured. Going into each year with a fresh perspective on Israel's priorities informs much of my regional analysis and engagement.
British participant of the annual UK-Israel Strategic Dialogue