Kristof Heusgen

Kristof Heusgen is a prominent German diplomat and the current chairman of the Munich Security Conference. He has served in various high-profile roles within the German government, including as an advisor to Chancellor Angela Merkel on foreign and security policy. Heusgen is known for his expertise in international relations and has played a significant role in shaping Germany's foreign policy, particularly in the context of European security and transatlantic relations. Recently, he described the Munich Security Conference as 'a European nightmare' while also emphasizing its role in providing clarity on geopolitical issues.