On March 9, 2026, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) hosted a screening in New York of the documentary *Jean Monnet, Europe’s Adventurer*, co-written by Jean-Marc Lieberherr, founding president of the Jean Monnet Institute, and historian Éric Roussel.
The screening was followed by a discussion moderated by Leah Pisar, with CFR members Rudina Hajdari and Benjamin L. Schmitt, focusing on Jean Monnet’s vision and actions.
At the heart of the discussions was a particularly timely message: in a world where some prioritize power struggles and national interests, peace and prosperity remain inextricably linked to unity, collective action, and common institutions grounded in the rule of law. This legacy serves as a reminder of just how essential determination and imagination are to bringing the European project to life.
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Jean Monnet at the Council on Foreign Relations: The Enduring Relevance of a Vision Based on Unity
On March 9, 2026, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) hosted a screening in New York of *Jean Monnet, the Adventurer of Europe*, a documentary co-written by Jean-Marc Lieberherr, Founding President of the Institut Jean Monnet, and historian Éric Roussel.
The screening was followed by a discussion moderated by Leah Pisar, featuring Rudina Hajdari and Benjamin L. Schmitt, CFR term members, who explored the relevance of Jean Monnet’s vision and actions today.
At the heart of the discussion was a particularly timely message: in a world where some favor power politics and narrow national interests, peace and shared prosperity remain inseparable from unity, collective action, and common institutions governed by the rule of law. Monnet’s legacy serves as a reminder of the importance of determination and imagination in sustaining the European project.
