It may be spring and sunshine, but Washington, DC, has its sights on the fall. The results of the midterm elections on November 3 will carry significant implications for global security, transatlantic relations, and the future direction of defense policy, come change or continuity.  

For Nordic stakeholders, the key questions are immediate and concrete: What will the outcome mean for transatlantic defense cooperation and NATO cohesion? How will U.S. priorities evolve on security, industrial policy, and international trade? 

As these decisions will directly affect Europe’s security environment, staying informed is essential. And at moments like this, proximity to decision-making matters.  

Executive programs to “see it for yourself” 

To make your decision-making easier, Miltton USA is once again organizing executive programs in Washington, D.C. in the fall of 2026.  

“You just need to visit Washington at least once a year. A third of the participants come every year so they can truly understand the ‘dots’ and connect them,” says Kristiina Helenius, CEO of Miltton USA.  

The idea is simple: get insights directly from the source and hear high-quality analysis from leading experts. Why wait to read about it in the news when you can experience it in real time? 

Three study tours are now open for registration: September 13-16, October 7-9, and November 1-4, the latest one taking place during the elections. 

These three-day programs are designed for senior executives, board members, and policymakers from the Nordic region, including actors across the defense and security sectors. All the programs include meetings with representatives from institutions such as the International Monetary Fund, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Nordic embassies in Washington and Washington-based think tanks.  

This is a unique opportunity to understand not just what is happening in the U.S., but why and what it means for European security, defense cooperation and the transatlantic partnership. 

“Invaluable insights for anyone engaged in business strategy! Highly recommended!”, says Panu Routila, the chair of Patria Group.  

Experience everyday life in Washington 

There’s no other city like Washington. While the world may feel unpredictable at times, Washington continues to function with its characteristic rhythm: steady, professional, and remarkably well-organized.  

Visitors experience a city that is easy to navigate, highly international, and built for people who want to learn and engage. Life continues at its usual pace: people going about their daily routines, institutions functioning, conversations moving forward. 

Simply put, the atmosphere remains calm, focused, and conducive to meaningful exchange – the perfect environment for networking and building lasting connections in the legendary rooms of power.  

This fall’s programs will offer clarity at a moment when clarity is needed most. Come see the dynamics up close and return to the Nordics with insights you can’t get from a distance. 

Enrollment for all programs is now open. Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.  

Contact Kristiina Helenius for more information and sign up now: kristiina.helenius@miltton.com