Ian Lesser
Ian Lesser is a distinguished fellow at the German Marshall Fund of the United States, where he serves as the executive director of its Brussels office. He is recognized for his expertise in transatlantic relations, European security, and U.S. foreign policy, often providing insights into the dynamics of NATO and the EU's strategic challenges. His recent comments highlight the ongoing concerns regarding burden-sharing in European defense, particularly in the context of shifting U.S. foreign policy under President Trump.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 16,676 | $1,700,000 | 746$ |
| Greece | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 4,502 | $190,000 | 82$ |
| Totals | 2 | 48,428,292 | 21,178 | $1,890,000 | 828$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Canada:
Ian Lesser, distinguished fellow of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, discussed potential talks between the EU and China.
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Greece:
Ian Lesser stated that economic warfare is being weaponized for strategic gains.
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Turkey:
Ian Lesser is from the German Marshall Fund and commented on the impact of the Trump administration on European priorities.
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Norway:
Lesser is the head of the German Marshall Fund's Brussels office.
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Canada:
Ian Lesser commented on the U.S. administration's concerns about burden-sharing on European defense.
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