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Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Atlanticism and it's Critics

2010-11-17T14:03:06Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

==Atlanticism==

Atlanticism became the foundation of British foreign and security policy for the duration of the [[Cold War]]. The uniqueness of being a trustworthy ally in the circumstance of a hostile international system produced a union of interests across a variety of security and defence issues. Following the tragedy of [[9/11]], international relations imply a very dissimilar context. Conscious of its principal position in the unipolar order, the “imperial public” has verified that it is not satisfied to act as a status quo power.<ref>"[http://www.allacademic.com//meta/p_mla_apa_research_citation/0/7/0/7/3/pages70731/p70731-1.php "FIghting For Values": Atlanticism, Internationalism and the Blair Doctrine]" allacademic research. Accessed 15 November, 2010.</ref>

In order to recover ground with the United States the [[EU]] is suggesting improving transatlantic relations further than the traditional Atlanticism one to one that is more orientated around results and lead by tactical precedence, such as the Atlantic Partnership.<ref>"[http://www.euractiv.com/en/priorities/eu-wants-new-atlanticism-news-391583 EU wants a new Atlanticism]" EurActiv. Accessed 16 November, 2010.</ref>

In the 21st century, Atlanticism has undergone important adjustments due to terrorism and [the 2003 war in Iraq], the main consequence being a new inquiring of the idea itself and a new insight that the security of the particular countries quite possibly need alliance action outwith the North Atlantic terrain. Following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, [[NATO]] -which has strong links to the Atlantic Partnership through individuals such as [[John Gilbert]] - for the first time invoked Article 5, stating that any attack facilitated on a member country will be seen as an attack on the entire group of members.<ref>"[http://www.nato.int/docu/pr/2001/p01-124e.htm Statement by the North Atlantic Council]" NATO. Accessed 15 November, 2010.</ref>

==Critics==

On the 24th of June, 2005, the [[Streit Council for a Union of Democracies]] prearranged a panel on Atlanticism in 20th century U.S. Foreign Policy at the Annual Meeting of the [[Society of Historians of American Foreign Relations]]. The panel tackled the question of whether American foreign policy could resolve some popular contrasts, particularly the European soft power versus American hard power choice offered by [[Robert Kagan]] - who has been linked with the Atlantic Partnership <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=110 Still the Colossus]" Atlantic Partnership website. Accessed 16 November, 2010.</ref> - and discovered that the Atlantic integrationist approach had supplied an efficient blend during much of the twentieth century.

Also, the panellists analysed the reason why the Atlanticist postwar strategy of combining an initial grouping of democratic countries succeeded in attracting other countries to democratize and join, opposing to the observation that much of the academic and activist worlds had taken that it would cause other countries to unite against it. They disputed that the Atlanticist approach had united universalism with regionalism in two ways: a “nucleus” tactic of moving from the regional toward the universal by persuading others to join, and a concentric circles approach supporting both inner (Atlantic) and outer (global) levels of international organisation, with the inner circle offering direction and enthusiasm, and the outer circle offering global legal standards and authenticity. The complexity of this approach materialized out of the disturbing experiences of the [[World War I]] and [[World War II]] generations. The internationalists of the period became well aware of the insufficiency of every basic form of internationalism and developed a more sophisticated one. After 1947 they were capable of applying, in a biased, Euro-Atlantic structure, both strategies-- concentric circles and open nucleus – raising their notion to the level of the core project of the 20th century American foreign policy.<ref>"[http://streitcouncil.org/index.php?page=atlanticism-in-20th-century-u-s-foreign-policy Atlanticism in 20th Century U.S. Foreign Policy]" Streit Council for a Union of Democracies. Accessed 16 November, 2010.</ref>

As the end of 2005 was drawing in, the officials of Europe and America are stimulated over how, for trans-Atlantic relations, it has been a good year. The undersecretary of state for political affairs , [[Nicholas Burns]] - who has attended conferences held by the Atlantic Partnership<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=141 Healing the Rift - London Conference]" Atlantic Partnership website. Accessed 16 November, 2010.</ref>- says “Europe and the United States have rebuilt bridges across the Atlantic, ended the war of the words sparked by discord over Iraq and recognized the fundamental truth that the trans-Atlantic partnership is a long-term marriage not susceptible to separation or divorce.” There are two large structural disjunctions that are expected to be the roots of future trouble. The first is said to be that trans-Atlantic relations presently have little focus upon Europe, in the view of the Europeans; these relations are still very much focused on the United States. The analysis which Burns makes was regularly repeated in Washington at that time. It is a gracious declaration about how Europe is not at the centre of U.S. geopolitical strategy. “Now that the process of postwar European construction has largely been achieved, the question is no longer what Washington thinks about Europe, but what the United States and Europe can do together to promote their interests and values, and spread democracy, in the rest of the world.” Collectively with acknowledgment of the increasing role of the [[EU]], this new approach was intentionally highlighted by President [[George W. Bush]]’s visit to the European Commission in Brussels in February 2005, which was the first by a U.S. president. To those of the Brussels-orientated European elite who would like to trust that the EU is on the edge of becoming an equal partner to the United States on the world level, this approach is seductive. However, this idea is, for the most part, based on self-delusion. While the United States still wants Europe as a source of help for a variety of reasons, Washington does not often put the word “equal” ahead of “partner”. The essential trouble is that regardless of Washington’s blandishments, most of the European intelligentsia, the news media and the political classes deem the United States, especially under Bush, as overbearing and unsafe. They seize upon every supposed transgression, from professed “torture flights” they carry suspected terrorists to undisclosed prisons to alleged violations of American civil liberties, as keenly as Bush’s most potent rivals in the United States. “This distorted view of America is fed by widespread envy of U.S. power. As long as it persists, many Europeans will be reluctant to commit themselves to a stronger Atlantic partnership.” The second large structural disjunction is stemmed from the variety of ways in which Europeans and Americans think the world should be controlled. The truth is that [[EU]] and U.S. officials frequently stress that the [[EU]] is making key donations to peace in such places as Yugoslavia and Afghanistan and working on the matter of Iran’s nuclear predicament with Washington. However, the model European outlook of how Western influence and especially military force should be put forth in the 21st century, is fundamentally contrasting to America’s and is liable to remain as such. In spite of the indisputable developments on the surface, these deep, underlying trans-Atlantic pressures are not likely to have been resolved within the next few years.<ref>Reginald Dale (2005) Behind the smiles, trans-Atlantic bile; Europe and the U.S. The International Herald Tribune. December 29, 2005 Thursday.</ref>

==Pro-Atlanticism==

[[NATO]] has defended the relevance of Atlanticism arguing that it is changing and modernising over time, "Today, the European Union is an economic equal to the United States. So the United States has every right to expect a more even sharing of the security burden with its prosperous European Allies. Thus, if NATO and the European Union today are building new ties between each other, if Europe and North America re-adjust their security relationship, they remain fully within the logic of Atlanticism - because Atlanticism is not static. It is a constant process of mutual adjustment." <ref>"[http://www.nato.int/docu/speech/2000/s000915a.htm The Relevance of Atlanticism]" NATO accessed 16th November 2010</ref> The Atlantic Partnership strives to develop realationships between political bodies which is highlighted in [[NATO]]'s defence of atlanticism, a main feature of Atlanticism that is still prominent from the days of the [[Cold War]] is, "the need for integration, and the linking of security and economics, still applies today. Nowhere is it more visible than in the complementary efforts by NATO and EU to project stability eastwards by offering membership to some, while associating others." <ref>"[http://www.nato.int/docu/speech/2000/s000915a.htm The Relevance of Atlanticism]" NATO accessed 16th November 2010</ref>
Ultimately [[NATO]] details that Atlanticism should not be criticised as as 'short-term marriage of convenience between Europe and North America' but instead that it rests on the conviction that the nations of Europe and of North America are like-minded nations - nations who trust and respect each other, nations who are better off together than apart. <ref>"[http://www.nato.int/docu/speech/2000/s000915a.htm The Relevance of Atlanticism]" NATO accessed 16th November 2010</ref>

America favours the connections that Atlanticism can empower, the Washington Times expresses it delight;"The dawn of a New Alanticism comes as a welcome surprise. After years of benign neglect, European leaders who are energetic and emancipated Atlanticists in Germany, France and England are ready to shoulder new responsibilities outside their borders"<ref>"[http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2007/oct/04/horizons-of-the-new-atlanticism/ Horizons of the new Atlanticism]" Washington Times, accessed 16th November 2010</ref>

Therefore orgasnisations like the Atlantic Partnership who allow for Atlanticism are supported on either side of the Atlantic.

==Notes==

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Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership

2010-11-17T13:57:45Z

Martin Ferguson:

--[[User:Martin Ferguson|Martin Ferguson]] 13:57, 17 November 2010 (UTC)

==Introduction==

The Atlantic Partnership is a bipartisan organisation, striving to create strong networks between elites at either side of the Atlantic. Through Atlanticism it strives to develop relationships between politics and industry creating a powerful transatlantic relationship. Its main force has derived from pro United States forces in Great Britain, including those linked to other political bodies like [[NATO]] and other Atlanticist groups. The Atlantic Partnership attempts to achieve these relationships through its members regularly writing articles and speaking on behalf of the organisation to ensure its momentum continues and allows for a stronger transatlantic rapport.

*[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Background]]

*[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: People]]

*[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections]]

*[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Atlanticism and it's Critics]]

==Conclusion==

Over the years the Atlantic Partnership has sought to foster relationships on both sides of the Atlantic. This has been done through the bringing together of world leaders, Business leaders, and high ranking military officials. As we have seen these people are brought together at various business activities, which are held with the aim of giving major figures the chance to deliver their views to an invited audience. In addition to this the group has published many documents which have strong relations to what the Atlantic Partnership stands for.

Through its members the organisation has a great number of links to the world of politics and industry. These connections include links to political organisations such as [[NATO]], [[United Nations]] and the [[European Union]]. In addition to this, the company has links to major defence contractors and suppliers such as Lockheed Martin UK Ltd; and also to many consultancy firms, which all have the aim of brokering deals and partnerships globally.

A recurrent theme in the organisation is Atlanticism. This is evident through its activities which are aimed at bringing together Europe and the United States. Many of the companies affiliated with the organisation also share this Atlanticist view.

==Contact==

Atlantic Partnership Website <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/ Atlantic Partnerhip Homepage]", Atlantic Partnership Website, accessed 12 October 2010</ref>

Contact Atlantic Partnership

'''In the United States''':

Anne L.H. Gantén
Executive Director,
Atlantic Partnership Address:

Atlantic Partnership
1717 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Suite 525
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 663.7779

'''In Europe''':

Address: Atlantic Partnership
Vanessa Arkell
Director, UK

==Notes==
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Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership

2010-11-17T13:56:52Z

Martin Ferguson:

==Introduction==

The Atlantic Partnership is a bipartisan organisation, striving to create strong networks between elites at either side of the Atlantic. Through Atlanticism it strives to develop relationships between politics and industry creating a powerful transatlantic relationship. Its main force has derived from pro United States forces in Great Britain, including those linked to other political bodies like [[NATO]] and other Atlanticist groups. The Atlantic Partnership attempts to achieve these relationships through its members regularly writing articles and speaking on behalf of the organisation to ensure its momentum continues and allows for a stronger transatlantic rapport.

*[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Background]]

*[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: People]]

*[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections]]

*[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Atlanticism and it's Critics]]

==Conclusion==

Over the years the Atlantic Partnership has sought to foster relationships on both sides of the Atlantic. This has been done through the bringing together of world leaders, Business leaders, and high ranking military officials. As we have seen these people are brought together at various business activities, which are held with the aim of giving major figures the chance to deliver their views to an invited audience. In addition to this the group has published many documents which have strong relations to what the Atlantic Partnership stands for.

Through its members the organisation has a great number of links to the world of politics and industry. These connections include links to political organisations such as [[NATO]], [[United Nations]] and the [[European Union]]. In addition to this, the company has links to major defence contractors and suppliers such as Lockheed Martin UK Ltd; and also to many consultancy firms, which all have the aim of brokering deals and partnerships globally.

A recurrent theme in the organisation is Atlanticism. This is evident through its activities which are aimed at bringing together Europe and the United States. Many of the companies affiliated with the organisation also share this Atlanticist view.

==Contact==

Atlantic Partnership Website <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/ Atlantic Partnerhip Homepage]", Atlantic Partnership Website, accessed 12 October 2010</ref>

Contact Atlantic Partnership

'''In the United States''':

Anne L.H. Gantén
Executive Director,
Atlantic Partnership Address:

Atlantic Partnership
1717 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Suite 525
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 663.7779

'''In Europe''':

Address: Atlantic Partnership
Vanessa Arkell
Director, UK

==Notes==
<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T13:25:22Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, [[NATO]] representative [[General Clark]], United Nations Ambassador Dr. [[Zalmay Khalilzad]], Senator [[John McCain]], former Canadian Prime Minister [[Brian Mulroney]], [[Colin L Powell]], former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate [[Alejandro Wolff]]. [[NATO]] and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, [[Gordon Brown]], [[John Major]] and current Prime Minister [[David Cameron]] (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister [[Alain Juppé]] and Dr. [[Angela Merkel]], Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; [[NATO]] who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) [[Lord Robertson of Port Ellen]] and General [[Wesley Clark]]. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. [[The Centre for Transatlantic Relations]] is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is [[The German Marshall Fund of the United States]] (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; [[John McCain]] for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable [[James Rubin]] is an economic and political adviser to President [[Barack Obama]]. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, [[Colin L Powell]] served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President [[Ronald Reagan]] <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron [[John Gilbert]] is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch [[NATO]] supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by [[Aaron Lobel]] with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General [[Brent Scowcroft]], who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable [[Michael Howard]] who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, [[Lord Powell of Bayswater]] and Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir [[David Manning]], who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister [[Tony Blair]]. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee [[Meg Allen]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[Leo Tilman]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership [[Henry Kissinger]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman [[Richard Burt]] serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[John R. Drexel IV]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General [[Brent Scowcroft]].<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T13:19:39Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, [[NATO]] representative [[General Clark]], United Nations Ambassador Dr. [[Zalmay Khalilzad]], Senator [[John McCain]], former Canadian Prime Minister [[Brian Mulroney]], [[Colin Powell]], former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate [[Alejandro Wolff]]. [[NATO]] and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, [[Gordon Brown]], [[John Major]] and current Prime Minister [[David Cameron]] (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister [[Alain Juppé]] and Dr. [[Angela Merkel]], Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; [[NATO]] who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) [[Lord Robertson of Port Ellen]] and General [[Wesley Clark]]. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. [[The Centre for Transatlantic Relations]] is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is [[The German Marshall Fund of the United States]] (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; [[John McCain]] for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable [[James Rubin]] is an economic and political adviser to President [[Barack Obama]]. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, [[Colin Powell]] served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President [[Ronald Reagan]] <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron [[John Gilberts]] is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch [[NATO]] supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by [[Aaron Lobel]] with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General [[Brent Scowcroft]], who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable [[Michael Howard]] who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, [[Lord Powell of Bayswater]] and Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir [[David Manning]], who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister [[Tony Blair]]. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee [[Meg Allen]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[Leo Tilman]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership [[Henry Kissinger]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman [[Richard Burt]] serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[John R. Drexel IV]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General [[Brent Scowcroft]].<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T13:18:39Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, [[NATO]] representative [[General Clark]], United Nations Ambassador Dr. [[Zalmay Khalilzad]], Senator [[John McCain]], former Canadian Prime Minister [[Brian Mulroney]], [[Colin Powell]], former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate [[Alejandro Wolff]]. [[NATO]] and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, [[Gordon Brown]], [[John Major]] and current Prime Minister [[David Cameron]] (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister [[Alain Juppé]] and Dr. [[Angela Merkel]], Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; [[NATO]] who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) [[Lord Robertson of Port Ellen]] and General [[Wesley Clark]]. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. [[The Centre for Transatlantic Relations]] is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is [[The German Marshall Fund of the United States]] (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; [[John McCain]] for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable [[James Rubin]] is an economic and political adviser to President [[Barack Obama]]. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, [[Colin Powell]] served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President [[Ronald Reagan]] <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron [[John Gilberts]] is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch [[NATO]] supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by [[Aaron Lobel]] with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General [[Brent Scowcroft]], who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable [[Michael Howard]] who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, [[Lord Powell of Bayswater]] and Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir [[David Manning]], who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister [[Tony Blair]]. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee [[Meg Allen]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[Leo Tilman]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership [[Henry Kissinger]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman [[Richard Burt]] serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[John R. Drexel]] IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General [[Brent Scowcroft]].<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T13:17:01Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, [[NATO]] representative [[General Clark]], United Nations Ambassador Dr. [[Zalmay Khalilzad]], Senator [[John McCain]], former Canadian Prime Minister [[Brian Mulroney]], [[Colin Powell]], former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate [[Alejandro Wolff]]. [[NATO]] and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, [[Gordon Brown]], [[John Major]] and current Prime Minister [[David Cameron]] (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister [[Alain Juppé]] and Dr. [[Angela Merkel]], Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; [[NATO]] who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) [[Lord Robertson of Port Ellen]] and General [[Wesley Clark]]. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. [[The Centre for Transatlantic Relations]] is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is [[The German Marshall Fund of the United States]] (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; [[John McCain]] for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable [[James Rubin]] is an economic and political adviser to President [[Barack Obama]]. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, [[Colin Powell]] served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President [[Ronald Reagan]] <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron [[John Gilberts]] is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch [[NATO]] supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by [[Aaron Lobel]] with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General [[Brent Scowcroft]], who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable [[Michael Howard]] who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, [[Lord Powell of Bayswater]] and Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee [[Meg Allen]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[Leo Tilman]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership [[Henry Kissinger]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman [[Richard Burt]] serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[John R. Drexel]] IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General [[Brent Scowcroft]].<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T13:14:57Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, [[NATO]] representative [[General Clark]], United Nations Ambassador Dr. [[Zalmay Khalilzad]], Senator [[John McCain]], former Canadian Prime Minister [[Brian Mulroney]], [[Colin Powell]], former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate [[Alejandro Wolff]]. [[NATO]] and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, [[Gordon Brown]], [[John Major]] and current Prime Minister [[David Cameron]] (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister [[Alain Juppé]] and Dr. [[Angela Merkel]], Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; [[NATO]] who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) [[Lord Robertson of Port Ellen]] and General [[Wesley Clark]]. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. [[The Centre for Transatlantic Relations]] is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is [[The German Marshall Fund of the United States]] (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; [[John McCain]] for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable [[James Rubin]] is an economic and political adviser to President [[Barack Obama]]. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, [[Colin Powell]] served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President [[Ronald Reagan]] <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron [[John Gilberts]] is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch [[NATO]] supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee [[Meg Allen]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[Leo Tilman]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership [[Henry Kissinger]];<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman [[Richard Burt]] serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership [[John R. Drexel]] IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General [[Brent Scowcroft]].<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T13:10:48Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, [[NATO]] representative [[General Clark]], United Nations Ambassador Dr. [[Zalmay Khalilzad]], Senator [[John McCain]], former Canadian Prime Minister [[Brian Mulroney]], [[Colin Powell]], former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate [[Alejandro Wolff]]. [[NATO]] and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, [[Gordon Brown]], [[John Major]] and current Prime Minister [[David Cameron]] (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister [[Alain Juppé]] and Dr. [[Angela Merkel]], Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; [[NATO]] who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) [[Lord Robertson of Port Ellen]] and General [[Wesley Clark]]. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. [[The Centre for Transatlantic Relations]] is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is [[The German Marshall Fund of the United States]] (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; [[John McCain]] for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable [[James Rubin]] is an economic and political adviser to President [[Barack Obama]]. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, [[Colin Powell]] served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President [[Ronald Reagan]] <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron [[John Gilberts]] is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch [[NATO]] supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T13:06:43Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, [[NATO]] representative [[General Clark]], United Nations Ambassador Dr. [[Zalmay Khalilzad]], Senator [[John McCain]], former Canadian Prime Minister [[Brian Mulroney]], [[Colin Powell]], former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate [[Alejandro Wolff]]. [[NATO]] and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, [[Gordon Brown]], [[John Major]] and current Prime Minister [[David Cameron]] (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister [[Alain Juppé]] and Dr. [[Angela Merkel]], Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:58:50Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:54:51Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:54:16Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnershipm, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:52:31Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:50:39Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen;<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:45:35Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:43:29Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:40:49Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”<ref>"[http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article5163070.ece Times Online]" Wolfe, M. and Hughes, S. (16/11/2008) ‘Tony Blair’s former Iraq aide joins defence giant’, The Sunday Times Newspaper, Accessed on 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:37:37Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees.<ref>"[]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/bio-manning.html Leadership Team]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:33:30Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:31:00Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 NOvmeber 2010</ref> The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:28:59Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company.<ref>"[http://www.lockheedmartin.co.uk/about/index.html About Us]" Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:26:28Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 AP People]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/advisory-board.html Advisory Board]" Diligenct LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:22:47Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/global-reach.html Global Reach]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref>

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC. -

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:20:57Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”.<ref>"[http://www.diligence.com/about-us.html About Us]" Diligence LLC, Accessed 10 Novmeber 2010</ref> Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC. -

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:17:42Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership, Accessed 10 Novmember 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam/advisory-board Advisory Board]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>
'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”. Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.
The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC. -

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:13:52Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref>

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board. -

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”. Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.
The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC. -

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:11:13Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”.<ref>"[http://www.americaabroadmedia.org/about-aam About AAM]" America Abroad Media, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board. -

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”. Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.
The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC. -

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-17T12:04:30Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010</ref> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”. Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board. -

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”. Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.
The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC. -

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-16T16:33:34Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. .<ref>David Miller, William Dinan, 'The Atlantic Partnership', A century of spin: how public relations became the cutting edge of corporate power,2008 page 123</ref>

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 10 November 2010<ref/> AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”. Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board. -

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”. Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.
The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC. -

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

2010-11-16T16:19:40Z

Martin Ferguson:

===To Politics===

The Atlantic Partnership has a clear link to politics; the organisation was founded by a political leader; [[Michael Howard]] of the Conservative Party. The organizations main method of communication and negotiation is through social events like breakfast meetings, past guest speakers from both sides of the Atlantic show the correlation between the Atlantic Partnership and politics. Speakers from America include, NATO representative General Clark, United Nations Ambassador Dr. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Senator John McCain, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Colin Powell, former United States Secretary of State, and United Nations affiliate Alejandro Wolff. NATO and the UN are very important and powerful political bodies who are represented and take an active role in the work of the Atlantic Partnership. Guest speakers from Europe have included former British Prime Ministers, Gordon Brown, John Major and current Prime Minister David Cameron (who spoke while he was leader of the HM Opposition), <ref>"[http://www.theconservativefoundation.co.uk/index.php?page=home&win=links Links]" Conservative Foundation, accessed 10th November 2010</ref> former French Prime Minister Alain Juppé and Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany. These speakers are clearly of very high status in politics and have been in control of transatlantic policies and negotiations before their affiliation with the Atlantic Partnership, clearly displaying the success of the group which has allowed overseas political connections to develop. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlanric Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

The most predominant governments involved are the United States of America and The United Kingdom, both have varying policies but the Atlantic partnership strives to create connection. The War on Terror initiated by the US government drew the support from other countries especially Britain, which achieved an Atlantic partnership goal of creating strong connections with wide support. Although Britain and America are the main actor’s involved there are politicians from all over Europe including; France, Germany, Spain and Italy to name a few. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=9 Who Are We]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
The organization strives to attain political support, but not necessarily in the form of politicians and political actors. Other organizations play a huge role in the forging of political connections, most notably; NATO who have engaged in correspondence through the active involvement of people such as, Former Secretary General (involved till 2004) Lord Robertson of Port Ellen and General Wesley Clark. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=17 Events]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Two major political factors that the Atlantic Partnership strives to create connections to trade and defence. Decisions about these factors can have transatlantic and global effects; for example Americas choice to go to war with Iraq effected other countries and caused for different countries troops and weapons to be implemented in their fight; however this does accommodate the Atlantic partnerships goal to share values and, “ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 Aims & Objectives]" Atlantic Partnership, , accessed 10th November 2010</ref> Trade - of course - is a worldwide issue, and therefore connections to it and its impacts are of great importance. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 What We Do]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?s=trade Trade Results]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Several ‘Partners’ are detailed in the Atlantic Partnership website these partners support the political goals and are strongly affiliated with the organisation. The Centre for Transatlantic Relations is a research group that brings together government officials and politicians with many other fields, allowing challenges between Europe and North America to engage in relations and strengthens ties.
<ref>"[http://transatlantic.sais-jhu.edu/bin/a/l/AP_Intern_Flier_June_2009.pdf Atlantic Partnership]" Transatlantic, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
-Another partner is The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) an institution promoting coherence and cooperation between Europe and North America. It encourages discussion of transatlantic policies and important debates.
<ref>"[http://www.gmfus.org/cs/partnerships Partnerships]’ GMFUS, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>
<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=449 Partners]’ Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>

Political individuals involved with the Atlantic Partnership have been involved in major elections; John McCain for example ran for Presidency in America's 2008 Presidential election. <ref>"[http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/electoral-college/2008/election-results.html 2008 Presidential Election]" Government Archives</ref> Other individuals have very prestigious and high status positions in politics; Vice Chairman The Honorable James Rubin is an economic and political adviser to President Obama. <ref>"[http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/us/politics/24rubin.html Rubinomics Recalculated]" New York Times Online, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patrons, Colin Powell served as a key aide to the Secretary of Defense and as National Security Advisor to President Reagan <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=188 AP People General Colin L. Powell]" Atlantic Partnership, accessed 10th November 2010</ref>. Patron John Gilberts is heavily realted to transatlantic issues and politics as he was previously the Labour Defence Minister, and is also a staunch NATO supporter and Vice Chairman of the Trade Union Committee for European and Transatlantic Organisation. (miller & dinan book????)

===To Industry===

The Atlantic Partnership has many direct connections to industry which are made possible through its members, who are often involved at the highest level within their respective companies. The industries the organisation is connected with range from media companies, to oil giants and weapons manufacturers. This means that through its connections with these industries, Atlantic Partnership’s members have influential positions over companies in some of the world’s major industries. Below are some of the companies and organisations that Atlantic Partnership is associated with through its various members.

'''America Abroad Online (AAM)''' – This organisation is listed on the Atlantic Partnership’s website as being one of its partners, offering support. AAM was founded in 2002 by Aaron Lobel with the aim of “harnessing the power of the media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time”. Since its creation AAM now boasts a global audience of between 70 – 100 million.

The organisation carries out its mission through three main initiatives: Radio broadcasts, which air in 145 countries; Television, which enables millions to hear and debate US perspectives on critical issues; and through Educational outreach, which aims to enhance the teaching and understanding of international affairs in college and university classrooms.
The organisation shares members with the Atlantic Partnership. Ambassador Richard Burt is a chairman and trustee of the Atlantic Partnership; who is also listed on the Board of Advisors of AAM. Similarly General Brent Scowcroft, who is also a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership, is also a member of the AAM Advisory Board. -

'''Diligence LLC''' – This is a Business intelligence firm that helps its clients confront difficult business challenges. Their website states that, “Diligence, through research and analysis, strives to provide every client with the ‘information edge’ required for success in an era of unprecedented global competition and risk”. Since its creation in 2000 by former members of the UK and US intelligence services, the company has grown into a global firm which now has projects across the globe.
The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through its advisory board which is chaired by The Right Honorable Michael Howard who is the founding chairman of Atlantic Partnership. Similarly, Lord Powell of Bayswater and Ambassador Richard Burt both hold positions as chairmen in the Atlantic Partnership, and both serve on the advisory board to Diligence LLC. -

'''Lockheed Martin UK Ltd (LMUK)''' – Lockheed Martin UK Ltd was created in 1991 in order to combine all of Lockheed Martin’s United Kingdom defence, civil and commercial business interests under a single UK-registered company. Their aim, as stated on their website, is to “be recognised as the leading UK Systems Integrator and supplier of High Technology Systems and Services to Defence and Civil Government Customers”. The company has many different business areas, such as Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Solutions, and Space Systems. It has also been one of the major suppliers of military hardware to British and American forces in Iraq.

The company is connected to the Atlantic Partnership through Sir David Manning, who is one of its trustees. In 2008 Manning was appointed as a non-executive director within Lockheed Martin UK. This appointment was considered to be controversial by some as Manning was directly involved in the build up to the invasion of Iraq – from which Lockheed Martin made millions supplying hardware – through his work as an aide to Prime Minister Tony Blair. This has led some to believe that his appointment was, in some way, related to this. Norman Baker the Liberal Democrat MP for Lewes said, when talking about this appointment that, “Here’s another example of unsavoury revolving doors.”

'''Advisory and Consultancy Firms''' – The Atlantic Partnership organisation is also connected with a variety of consultancy and advisory firms which are founded and owned by some of its members. These firms include: '''Dramla SA''' – founded by Atlantic Partnership trustee Meg Allen; '''L. M. Tilman and Co''' – founded by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership Leo Tilman; '''Kissisnger Associates, Inc''' – founded by patron of the Atlantic Partnership Henry Kissinger; '''McLarty Associates''' – in which Atlantic Partnership Chairman Richard Burt serves as a managing director; '''Sage Advisors''' – Chaired by Friend of the Atlantic Partnership John R. Drexel IV; and '''The Scowcroft Group''' – founded by General Brent Scowcroft.

These firms are involved with brokering deals with companies on both sides of the Atlantic and elsewhere in the world.

===Notes===

<references/>

Atlantic Partnership: People

2010-11-09T16:46:53Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership]]

===Chairmen===
*[[Lord Powell of Bayswater]] – Chairman
*Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] – Managing Director
*The Right Honourable Lord [[Michael Howard]] of Lympne - President and Founding Chairman
*The Honorable [[James Rubin]] – Vice Chairman
*Secretary [[William Cohen]] – Co-Chairman
*Senator [[Sam Nunn]] – Co-Chairman
*[[Pierre Lellouche]] – Vice Chairman
*Ambassador [[Francois Bujon de l’Estang]] – Vice Chairman

===Patrons===

*The Honorable Dr. [[Henry Kissinger]] – Chairman of [[Kissinger Associates]]
*Senator [[John McCain]] – United States Senator for Arizona
*General [[Colin L Powell]] – Former United States Secretary of State
*The Rt Honorable [[John Major]] CH – Former United Kingdom Prime Minister
*The Rt Honorable [[Lord Robertson of Port Ellen]] – Former Secretary General of [[NATO]]
*[[Alain Juppé]]
*The Rt Honorable Lord [[John Gilbert]] – Life Peer, House of Lords
*Sr. [[Eduardo Serra]] – Former Defense Minister of Spain
*Senator [[Antonio Martino]] – Minister of Defense of Italy

===Trustees===

*The Rt Honorable [[Michael Howard]] QC MP
*Lord [[Jonathan Marland]] of Odstock
*[[Lord Powell of Bayswater]] – Chairman
*Lord Chadlington of Dean [[Peter Gummer]] – Life Peer, House of Lords
*[[Meg Allen]] – Director of [[DRAMLA SA]], Geneva
*Sir [[Evelyn de Rothschild]] – E.L. [[Rothschild Ltd]]
*Sir [[David Manning]] GCMG, CVO
*Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] – [[McLarty Associates ]]
*General [[Brent Scowcroft]] – [[The Scowcroft Group]]

===Friends of Atlantic Partnership US===

*Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] – [[McLarty Associates]]
*[[John R. Drexel IV]] – Sage Advisors
*[[James Lyle]] – [[Millgate Capital]]
*[[James Rubin]] - Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs
*General [[Brent Scowcroft]] – [[The Scowcroft Group]]
*[[Leo Tilman]] – [[L.M.Tilman & Co]]
*[[Daniel Yergin]] – [[Cambridge Energy Research Associates]]

===Directors===

*[[Anne Gantén]] – Executive Director
*[[Vanessa Arkell]] – Director

==Notes==
<references/>

Globalisation:Vanessa Arkell

2010-11-09T10:11:19Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

Vanessa Arkell joined the Atlantic Partnership in 2006 after achieving success in her role running the Young Presidents Organization which is based in London.

Previous to this appointment, Vanessa Arkell has enjoyed a successful career in the media; working in TV production at TalkBack and LWT, London.

Vanessa Arkell also has link to several international media companies and Non-government Organisations.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=199 Vanessa Arkell Biography]", Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed on 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

<references/>

Anne Gantén

2010-11-09T10:10:52Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

Anne Gantén is currently the Executive Director, Assistant Treasurer and the Assistant Secretary, of the Atlantic Partnership.

Her educational achievements include a Bachelors Degree in International Economics, from the School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University; and a Masters in Business Communication and Public Relations from European University, Brussels.

Before her current post, Anne was a Business Analyst and the Business Development leadership Development Program Manager at Lockheed Martin. One of her many roles in this organisation was tracking and analysing the European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company; and was deeply involved in the marketing of the C130J aircraft and the Littoral Combat ship to Israel.

In addition to this she was also the program manager for the Security and Defence Agenda think-tank, which is based in Brussels.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=198 Anne Ganten Biography]", Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed on 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

<references/>

Leo Tilman

2010-11-09T10:10:21Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

Leo Tilman is the current President of his own strategic advisory firm L.M Tilman, which serves governments, financial institutions and corporations internationally.

He was educated at Columbia University where he achieved BA Mathematics and MA Statistics.

Tilman has also had senior positions in Blackrock, Inc., and Bear Sterns. In addition to this he is a contributing editor for The Journal of Risk Finance; and also teaches finance at Columbia University. In addition to this he is a Board member for the Atlantic Partnership and also sits of the advisory board of Columbia University’s Centre on Capitalism and Society.<ref>"[http://www.forbes.com/2008/10/17/leo-tilman-risk-oped-cx_hra_1017bio.html Forbes.com]", Forbes Website, Accessed 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

<references/>

James Lyle

2010-11-09T10:09:18Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

James Lyle is currently the Chief Investment Officer for Millgate Capital, Inc.

He achieved a BA Degree from St. Edmund hall, Oxford. He also served for a time as a research officer at London University’s Business School.

Lyle has many board memberships and is affiliated with a number of companies. These include positions as: Board Member of Gearson Lehrman Group, Inc.; the Vice Chairman of The National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship, Inc. He was also the founder of the Portuguese Investment Fund and the Turkish Investment Fund, Inc.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=1714 James Lyle Biography]", Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed on 19 October 2010</ref> <ref>"[http://www.zoominfo.com/people/Lyle_James_1148549.aspx Zoominfo People]", Zoominfo Website, Accessed on 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

<references/>

John R. Drexel IV

2010-11-09T10:08:47Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

John is currently the chairman of Sage Advisors. In this capacity he provides investment and business services.

His other interests include mobile power generation, agriculture and alternative energy.

He also has various roles as either a trustee or advisor to many of his family’s charities and private equity holdings; as well as sitting on the boards of a number of privately owned companies and Limited Liability Corporations.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=1661 John R. Drexel IV Biography]", Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

<references/>

Brent Scowcroft

2010-11-09T10:08:13Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

General Brent Scowcroft is the president and founder of The Scowcroft Group and is one of America’s leading international policy experts.

He was educated at the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he received his undergraduate degree and his commission to the Army Air Forces. He has also gained a M.A. and a Ph.D. in international relations from Columbia University.

Brent Scowcroft’s military career spanned 29 years. From its beginnings at West Point, his career included posts such as: Professor of Russian history at West Point; head of the Political Science Department at the Air Force Academy; Office of the Secretary of Defence International Security Assistance; Special Assistant to the Director of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; and also as Military assistant to President Nixon.

From 1982 to 1989 he was the Vice Chairman of Kissinger Associates Inc., in which he advised and assisted a wide range of global corporate leaders on global joint ventures, strategic planning and risk assessment.

He was also served as National Security Adviser to President Gerald Ford and President George H.W. Bush.<ref>"[http://www.scowcroft.com/html/staff/scowcroft.html Scowcroft Staff]", Scowcroft Website, Accessed 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

<references/>

Meg Allen

2010-11-09T10:06:49Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

Meg Allen is the current Director of consultancy firm, DRAMLA S.A, in Geneva.

Her qualifications include a BSc. Degree in Accounting and Finance, and an Investment Management Certificate.

In 1984 she was responsible for co-founding DRAMLA Consulting U.K. In this role she was responsible for financial management and also acted as a liaison for companies wishing to establish joint ventures in China.

Similarly in 1995 she co-founded DRAMLA S.A in Geneva where she currently holds the post of Director and is responsible for portfolio management.
She is a trustee of the Atlantic Partnership and the [[Heritage Foundation]]; and is also a supporter of [[Open Europe]].<ref>"[http://www.zoominfo.com/people/Allen_Meg_254338898.aspx Zoominfo People]", Zoominfo Website accessed 19 October 2010</ref>

Meg is also co-manager of a charitable foundation which supports various sports, health, education and arts projects. She also has many interests and commitments in the arts and also in transatlantic politics. <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=193 Meg Allen Biography]", Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

<references/>

Atlantic Partnership: Background

2010-11-02T16:52:21Z

Martin Ferguson:

[[Globalisation: Atlantic Partnership]]

==History==

The Atlantic Partnership was founded by the former leader of the British Conservative Party Michael Howard in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of September 11 2001. In the aftermath of the terrorist attacks there was a fear that as America pursued the war on terror, it risked drifting apart from Europe which was pursuing monetary and political unification, and expansion in the form of Europe wide institutions. This organisation was formed to ensure this was not the case. This objective can be seen in two quotes from a statement on the organisations website in which Lord Powell of Bayswater states that the:

:“Atlantic Partnership’s role is to argue the case for setting major policy decisions in the context of their impact on transatlantic relations. That should apply as much to the way America pursues the global war against terrorism as to the European Union’s ambition to build stronger, Europe-wide institutions.” <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 2 November 2010</ref>

And also that:

:“Governments on both sides of the Atlantic have recognised how much we all stand to lose if we allow our continents to drift apart. Quite apart from the material damage we would do ourselves, such separation would weaken the values which we want to see adopted more widely throughout the world.”<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 2 November 2010</ref>

Both these quotes show that the Atlantic Partnership was created to bridge the gap between America and Europe by using the

The organisation has sought over the years to continue the strong influence of America in the development of the European Union. This has been done by using the United Kingdom as the spokesman for American interests. It also represents a continuation of American policy towards Europe which was established during the Second World War and the Cold War.

As can be seen in the people section, this organisation is linked to very powerful individuals from the world of politics, business and the military. Through its many connections with these individuals the organisation has been influential in fostering relationships and influencing decision making at the highest level. This has largely been done through the many breakfast meetings that the company hosts each year in the United Kingdom France, Germany, Spain and the United States. These meetings have been held with the aim of giving major figures the chance to deliver their views to an invited audience, made up of leading businessmen, political and military leaders, and people from the media world such as newspaper editors. These speakers have included the current British Prime Minister, David Cameron; the governor of the Bank of England, Dr. Mervyn King; the President of the World Bank, Ambassador Robert Zoellick; and also General James Jones, United States National Security Advisor. All of these men are very influential in the decision making of their respective countries.

==Aims and Objectives==

The Atlantic Partnership’s main aim is to create a relationship between America and Europe. The governments within these transatlantic areas have different goals and initiatives, the Atlantic partnerships role is therefore to ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. Acting together allows the separate continents to share values and spread the Atlantic Partnerships values and aims. The Atlantic partnerships role between the different nations is its attempt to set major policy decisions and agreements, keeping in mind the impact these decisions will have on the transatlantic nations. These policies can vary from the War on Terror which followed 9/11 and the European Union’s (EU) ambitions to create Europe-wide institutions.

The Atlantic Partnerships websites the ways in which it achieves these aims and objectives:

*We have formed a high level network of high profile opinion formers on both sides of the Atlantic who are willing to use their influence to further the European American relationship – they are our Atlantic Partnership panel, our Vice Chairmen and Patrons.

*We identify issues of concern and activate opinion formers.

*We host high level breakfast meetings giving major figures the opportunity to air their views to a select group of leading decision makers and opinion formers. The breakfasts now take place in London, Paris, Berlin, Frankfurt, Madrid, New York and Washington DC. We intend to extend them to Hamburg and Rome.

*We ‘drip feed’ the national and international press with articles and interviews promoting the cause of the partnership, with the aim of developing a defined profile in the media in the longer term.

*We aim to contribute to programmes on the electronic media bringing attention to the values of the partnership and the importance of not allowing particular points of friction to undermine it.

*We monitor issues relating to the relationship from both sides of the Atlantic. Atlantic Partnership’s website contains keynote articles and speeches.

*We aim to ensure that supporters are fully briefed on the issues and current debates through a regular newsletter as well as regular publications of articles and speeches written by our panelists.

*We have a website to keep supporters informed of the work of the partnership.

*We have offices in London and Washington, DC.

*We are establishing ‘cells’ of Atlantic Partnership supporters elsewhere in Europe, namely Paris, Berlin and Rome and Madrid.

*We operate as a central point from which supporters of the partnership can network with each other.

==Activities==

==Notes==
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Atlantic Partnership: Background

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==History==

The Atlantic Partnership was founded by the former leader of the British Conservative Party Michael Howard in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of September 11 2001. In the aftermath of the terrorist attacks there was a fear that as America pursued the war on terror, it risked drifting apart from Europe which was pursuing monetary and political unification, and expansion in the form of Europe wide institutions. This organisation was formed to ensure this was not the case. This objective can be seen in two quotes from a statement on the organisations website in which Lord Powell of Bayswater states that the:

:“Atlantic Partnership’s role is to argue the case for setting major policy decisions in the context of their impact on transatlantic relations. That should apply as much to the way America pursues the global war against terrorism as to the European Union’s ambition to build stronger, Europe-wide institutions.” <ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?page_id=2 About AP]" Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed 2 November 2010</ref>

And also that:

:“Governments on both sides of the Atlantic have recognised how much we all stand to lose if we allow our continents to drift apart. Quite apart from the material damage we would do ourselves, such separation would weaken the values which we want to see adopted more widely throughout the world.”
Both these quotes show that the Atlantic Partnership was created to bridge the gap between America and Europe by using the

The organisation has sought over the years to continue the strong influence of America in the development of the European Union. This has been done by using the United Kingdom as the spokesman for American interests. It also represents a continuation of American policy towards Europe which was established during the Second World War and the Cold War.

As can be seen in the people section, this organisation is linked to very powerful individuals from the world of politics, business and the military. Through its many connections with these individuals the organisation has been influential in fostering relationships and influencing decision making at the highest level. This has largely been done through the many breakfast meetings that the company hosts each year in the United Kingdom France, Germany, Spain and the United States. These meetings have been held with the aim of giving major figures the chance to deliver their views to an invited audience, made up of leading businessmen, political and military leaders, and people from the media world such as newspaper editors. These speakers have included the current British Prime Minister, David Cameron; the governor of the Bank of England, Dr. Mervyn King; the President of the World Bank, Ambassador Robert Zoellick; and also General James Jones, United States National Security Advisor. All of these men are very influential in the decision making of their respective countries.

==Aims and Objectives==

The Atlantic Partnership’s main aim is to create a relationship between America and Europe. The governments within these transatlantic areas have different goals and initiatives, the Atlantic partnerships role is therefore to ensure the continents do not drift apart and become weaker as lone entities. Acting together allows the separate continents to share values and spread the Atlantic Partnerships values and aims. The Atlantic partnerships role between the different nations is its attempt to set major policy decisions and agreements, keeping in mind the impact these decisions will have on the transatlantic nations. These policies can vary from the War on Terror which followed 9/11 and the European Union’s (EU) ambitions to create Europe-wide institutions.

The Atlantic Partnerships websites the ways in which it achieves these aims and objectives:

*We have formed a high level network of high profile opinion formers on both sides of the Atlantic who are willing to use their influence to further the European American relationship – they are our Atlantic Partnership panel, our Vice Chairmen and Patrons.

*We identify issues of concern and activate opinion formers.

*We host high level breakfast meetings giving major figures the opportunity to air their views to a select group of leading decision makers and opinion formers. The breakfasts now take place in London, Paris, Berlin, Frankfurt, Madrid, New York and Washington DC. We intend to extend them to Hamburg and Rome.

*We ‘drip feed’ the national and international press with articles and interviews promoting the cause of the partnership, with the aim of developing a defined profile in the media in the longer term.

*We aim to contribute to programmes on the electronic media bringing attention to the values of the partnership and the importance of not allowing particular points of friction to undermine it.

*We monitor issues relating to the relationship from both sides of the Atlantic. Atlantic Partnership’s website contains keynote articles and speeches.

*We aim to ensure that supporters are fully briefed on the issues and current debates through a regular newsletter as well as regular publications of articles and speeches written by our panelists.

*We have a website to keep supporters informed of the work of the partnership.

*We have offices in London and Washington, DC.

*We are establishing ‘cells’ of Atlantic Partnership supporters elsewhere in Europe, namely Paris, Berlin and Rome and Madrid.

*We operate as a central point from which supporters of the partnership can network with each other.

==Activities==

==Notes==
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Atlantic Partnership: Background

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Atlantic Partnership: Background

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Atlantic Partnership: Background

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Martin Ferguson:

Globalisation:Atlantic Partnership: Connections

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Martin Ferguson:

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===To Politics===

===To Industry===

Atlantic Partnership: Background

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==History==

==Aims and Objectives==

Atlantic Partnership: People

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--[[User:Kelsey McDonald|Kelsey McDonald]] 15:29, 26 October 2010 (UTC)
--[[User:Martin Ferguson|Martin Ferguson]] 16:30, 30 October 2010 (UTC)
===Chairmen===
*[[Lord Powell of Bayswater]] – Chairman
*Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] – Managing Director
*The Right Honourable Lord [[Michael Howard]] of Lympne - President and Founding Chairman
*The Honorable [[James Rubin]] – Vice Chairman
*Secretary [[William Cohen]] – Co-Chairman
*Senator [[Sam Nunn]] – Co-Chairman
*[[Pierre Lellouche]] – Vice Chairman
*Ambassador [[Francois Bujon de l’Estang]] – Vice Chairman

===Patrons===

*The Honorable Dr. [[Henry Kissinger]] – Chairman of [[Kissinger Associates]]
*Senator [[John McCain]] – United States Senator for Arizona
*General [[Colin L Powell]] – Former United States Secretary of State
*The Rt Honorable [[John Major]] CH – Former United Kingdom Prime Minister
*The Rt Honorable [[Lord Robertson of Port Ellen]] – Former Secretary General of [[NATO]]
*[[Alain Juppé]]
*The Rt Honorable Lord [[John Gilbert]] – Life Peer, House of Lords
*Sr. [[Eduardo Serra]] – Former Defense Minister of Spain
*Senator [[Antonio Martino]] – Minister of Defense of Italy

===Trustees===

*The Rt Honorable [[Michael Howard]] QC MP
*Lord [[Jonathan Marland]] of Odstock
*[[Lord Powell of Bayswater]] – Chairman
*Lord Chadlington of Dean [[Peter Gummer]] – Life Peer, House of Lords
*[[Meg Allen]] – Director of [[DRAMLA SA]], Geneva
*Sir [[Evelyn de Rothschild]] – E.L. [[Rothschild Ltd]]
*Sir [[David Manning]] GCMG, CVO
*Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] – [[McLarty Associates ]]
*General [[Brent Scowcroft]] – [[The Scowcroft Group]]

===Friends of Atlantic Partnership US===

*Ambassador [[Richard Burt]] – [[McLarty Associates]]
*[[John R. Drexel IV]] – Sage Advisors
*[[James Lyle]] – [[Millgate Capital]]
*[[James Rubin]] - Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs
*General [[Brent Scowcroft]] – [[The Scowcroft Group]]
*[[Leo Tilman]] – [[L.M.Tilman & Co]]
*[[Daniel Yergin]] – [[Cambridge Energy Research Associates]]

===Directors===

*[[Anne Gantén]] – Executive Director
*[[Vanessa Arkell]] – Director

==Notes==
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Globalisation:Vanessa Arkell

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--[[User:Martin Ferguson|Martin Ferguson]] 16:25, 30 October 2010 (UTC)

Vanessa Arkell joined the Atlantic Partnership in 2006 after achieving success in her role running the Young Presidents Organization which is based in London.

Previous to this appointment, Vanessa Arkell has enjoyed a successful career in the media; working in TV production at TalkBack and LWT, London.

Vanessa Arkell also has link to several international media companies and Non-government Organisations.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=199 Vanessa Arkell Biography]", Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed on 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

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Anne Gantén

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--[[User:Martin Ferguson|Martin Ferguson]] 16:23, 30 October 2010 (UTC)

Anne Gantén is currently the Executive Director, Assistant Treasurer and the Assistant Secretary, of the Atlantic Partnership.

Her educational achievements include a Bachelors Degree in International Economics, from the School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University; and a Masters in Business Communication and Public Relations from European University, Brussels.

Before her current post, Anne was a Business Analyst and the Business Development leadership Development Program Manager at Lockheed Martin. One of her many roles in this organisation was tracking and analysing the European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company; and was deeply involved in the marketing of the C130J aircraft and the Littoral Combat ship to Israel.

In addition to this she was also the program manager for the Security and Defence Agenda think-tank, which is based in Brussels.<ref>"[http://www.atlanticpartnership.org/?p=198 Anne Ganten Biography]", Atlantic Partnership Website, Accessed on 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

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Leo Tilman

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--[[User:Martin Ferguson|Martin Ferguson]] 16:21, 30 October 2010 (UTC)

Leo Tilman is the current President of his own strategic advisory firm L.M Tilman, which serves governments, financial institutions and corporations internationally.

He was educated at Columbia University where he achieved BA Mathematics and MA Statistics.

Tilman has also had senior positions in Blackrock, Inc., and Bear Sterns. In addition to this he is a contributing editor for The Journal of Risk Finance; and also teaches finance at Columbia University. In addition to this he is a Board member for the Atlantic Partnership and also sits of the advisory board of Columbia University’s Centre on Capitalism and Society.<ref>"[http://www.forbes.com/2008/10/17/leo-tilman-risk-oped-cx_hra_1017bio.html Forbes.com]", Forbes Website, Accessed 19 October 2010</ref>

==Notes==

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