Europe, Power & Security, Russia Former Swedish PM says 'Europe will never be the same' at PWH event

The Perry World House hosted former Prime Minister of Sweden Carl Bildt on March 14 for a discussion on the recent Russian invasion of Ukraine. 

Bildt, who led the nation of Sweden in joining the European Union and reforming the Swedish economy, spoke to the audience about the historical conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The event then continued with a conversation between Bildt and New York Times editor Clay Risen, and concluded with questions from attendees — both in person and on Zoom. 

Interim President Wendell Pritchett introduced Bildt and welcomed a full audience back to the Perry World House, which had previously limited attendance for its events for two years because of the pandemic. 

Bildt spoke to the audience about the history of Russian international relations — from the First World War to Vladimir Putin’s rise to power — explaining how "Europe will never be the same" as a result of the current crisis. 

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