National Security Institute At George Mason | In-Person Event 

Description: Join NSI to celebrate the bicentennial of the Monroe Doctrine, where we will explore its historical roots, its evolving legacy, and its potential relevance to the modern geopolitical landscape. The Monroe Doctrine, which sought to halt foreign interference in the Western Hemisphere, has reemerged within the policymaking community as the United States seeks to develop an approach to respond to challengers from outside the Western Hemisphere – in particular, from China and its growing presence in the region.  This event will examine policies that promote and maintain U.S. economic and national security, as well as uphold wider regional security and stability. As the U.S. and the world grapples with transnational challenges and changing economic and political relationships, how do the core objectives of the Monroe Doctrine apply to contemporary issues? How does the Doctrine’s historical legacy impact its potential role in the geopolitical landscape of the 21st century? The event will begin with keynote remarks by Senator Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, followed by a panel discussion with:

• Colin Dueck, Nonresident Senior Fellow, AEI
• Ana Quintana-Lovett, former Staff Director, Western Hemisphere, the House Foreign Affairs Committee
• Lester Munson, NSI Senior Fellow and former Staff Director, Senate Committee Foreign Relations

More speakers will be announced soon!

Breakfast begins at 9:30 AM and remarks to begin at 10 AM ET. Event is open to students and the public.

Space is limited, register early!

Address: George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School, Hazel Hall Room 215, 3301 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA 22201

The registration link can be found below.