Cocktails with a Consul: An Intimate Dialogue with Melanie Moltmann of Germany and Katherine Raeymakaers of Belgium

What does it mean to practice diplomacy in a time of global uncertainty? Germany and Belgium—two pillars of the European Union—are navigating a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape shaped by war, climate change, migration, and democratic challenges. Their diplomatic missions in the Southeastern United States play a vital role in fostering transatlantic cooperation, economic growth, and cultural exchange. 

Join the World Affairs Council of Atlanta for Cocktails with a Consul: An Intimate Dialogue with Melanie Moltmann of Germany and Katherine Raeymaekers of Belgium. This moderated panel discussion with the Consuls General of Germany and Belgium offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from senior diplomats about the evolving role of diplomacy in our region and beyond.  

Through this intimate conversation, participants will explore: 

• How European diplomacy is evolving amid global crises

• The consulate’s role in local economic and cultural ties

• Fresh perspectives on EU–U.S. relations

• Why diplomacy still builds bridges in divided times

Registration includes open bar, light bites, and validated parking.