As nations navigate the increasingly complex interplay between economic security, technology policy, and international cooperation, public-private dialogue remains essential. On June 17, 2025, Meridian International Center convened a reception in partnership with the General Catalyst Institute, featuring remarks from Jacob Helberg, nominee for U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment.

Joined by Ambassador Stuart Holliday and General Catalyst Institute President Teresa Carlson, the gathering brought together members of the diplomatic corps, U.S. government officials, and private sector leaders to discuss how emerging technologies and global economic shifts are reshaping diplomacy and national resilience.

Technological innovation and diplomacy are now deeply intertwined, with leadership in areas like AI and semiconductors shaping global resilience. Across all fronts, public-private partnerships remain essential to driving innovation, investment, and strategic advantage.