NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to Speak at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute in Washington, D.C.

 April 2, 2026

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to Speak at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute in Washington, D.C.

The NATO Secretary General Will Deliver Remarks and Participate in a Moderated Conversation at the Reagan Institute.

WASHINGTON D.C. – NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will deliver remarks on Thursday, April 9, at the Ronald Reagan Institute in Washington, D.C., followed by a moderated conversation with Reagan Institute Policy Director Rachel Hoff.

Against the backdrop of Operation Epic Fury, and as Russia's war in Ukraine enters its fifth year, Secretary General Rutte's remarks and the subsequent conversation will explore the evolving threat environment facing NATO, the importance of the ongoing transatlantic burden shift, and what is required to sustain the Alliance and preserve peace through strength.

Journalists wishing to cover in-person may request credentials here. The event is not open to the public but will be livestreamed on the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute YouTube, X, and Rumble channels.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to Speak at the Reagan Institute

Who:               NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte
What:              Remarks and Conversation at the Reagan Institute
When:             Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT
Where:            850 16th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20006

About the Ronald Reagan Foundation & Institute

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute (RRPFI) is the sole nonprofit organization created by President Reagan charged with advancing his legacy and principles – individual liberty, economic opportunity, freedom and democracy, peace through strength, and national pride.

A globally recognized nonpartisan organization based in Simi Valley, CA, with a leading policy institute in Washington, D.C., RRPFI delivers impactful public affairs programming, policy convenings and projects of national and international significance, scholarly initiatives, and distinctive educational programs shaping the perspectives of middle, high school, and college students.

In addition, RRPFI sustains the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, the largest and most visited presidential library. A leading cultural institution, RRPFI houses a remarkable 125,000 square foot museum with unique historical pieces that tells the story of Ronald Reagan's life, presidency, and enduring impact, and hosts world-class special exhibitions.

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