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Simultaneous interpretation during the event will be provided in German, French, and English.
The program begins at 2:30 pm with opening remarks by:
- François Delattre, French Ambassador to Germany
- Stefan Schnorr, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport
- Philippe Aghion, Professor at the Collège de France
Following the keynotes, two insightful panel discussions will take place:
3 – 4:15pm: How can the EU become a global leader in AI innovation?
- Maik Außendorf, Spokesperson for Digital Affairs, Member of the German Parliament (tbc)
- Joanna Bryson, Hertie School - Centre for Digital Governance
- Gesche Joost, DFKI
- Corinne Narassiguin, Senator and Rappporteur on AI
- Frédéric Pascal, Director of the DATAIA Institute, CentraleSupélec
4:15 – 5:30pm: Is the European Single Market ready for AI?
- Robert Kilian, AI Association Germany
- Matthias Koehler, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action
- Marie-Avril Roux Steinkühler, Vice-President, French Tech Berlin
- Claire Thirriot-Kwant, Head of the Finance and Economics at the French Embassy in Germany
The panels will be moderated by Silke Wettach, journalist and EU-Correspondent. The event concludes with a reception at 5:30 pm.
This event is organised by the Jacques Delors Centre and the French Embassy in Berlin, as part of the Pariser Platz Dialogue series, bringing together French, German, and European thought leaders to discuss European policy, initiated by Henrik Enderlein and supported by the German Foreign Office.
Speakers
François Delattre
François Delattre serves as the French Ambassador to Germany since 2019. He has held numerous prestigious positions, including Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations and Secretary General of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.
Stefan Schnorr
Stefan Schnorr is the State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport. He plays a key role in shaping Germany's digital infrastructure and transport policies.
Maik Außendorf
Maik Außendorf is a Member of the German Parliament and the Spokesperson for Digital Affairs. He plays a key role in shaping Germany’s digital policy, advocating for technological innovation, cybersecurity, and the advancement of digital infrastructure.
Joanna Bryson
Joanna Bryson is a professor at the Hertie School in Berlin, where she specializes in artificial intelligence, ethics, and governance. Her work focuses on understanding the ethical implications of AI in society.
Gesche Joost
Gesche Joost is a professor and researcher at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI), specializing in design research and digital technology. She has been active in policy advising on digital issues in Germany and Europe.
Corinne Narassiguin
Corinne Narassiguin is a French politician and senator, with a focus on issues relating to digital policy and societal transformation.
Frédéric Pascal
Frédéric Pascal is the Director of the DATAIA Institute at CentraleSupélec, specialising in artificial intelligence and data science, his work focuses on advancing AI research and promoting innovation across multiple sectors.
Robert Kilian
Robert Kilian is a key figure at the AI Association Germany, where he advocates for the advancement and responsible use of artificial intelligence technologies in Germany.
Matthias Köhler
Matthias Köhler is the Head of the Digital Division at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection. He leads efforts to develop digital policies that promote innovation, enhance digital infrastructure, and support Germany's digital transformation aligned with economic and climate objectives.
Marie-Avril Roux Steinkühler
Marie-Avril Roux Steinkühler is the Vice-President of French Tech Berlin, where she supports the growth of French startups in Germany and helps bridge the French and German tech communities, driving collaboration and growth.
Claire Thirriot-Kwant
Claire Thirriot-Kwant is head of the Finance and Economics Department at the French Embassy in Germany. She promotes economic relations between France and Germany and coordinates financial policy projects between the two countries.