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📢🌍🇺🇸🇪🇺 We're excited to announce the Global Policy Center's release of its latest report, “Beyond Electoral Uncertainty: Rethinking the Transatlantic Alliance in Times of Change,” at the Transatlantic Bridge Conference in Bologna today!   Coordinated by Dr. İlke TOYGÜR and Waya Quiviger, with a foreword by Cecilia Malmström and a preface by Manuel Muñiz, this report offers comprehensive insights and recommendations for the future of transatlantic cooperation.   The report is composed of 4 key areas: The first area explores te topics of Democracy, human rights, and the rule of law (co-authored by Nina Wiesehomeier, Eugene Finkel, and Anne Charbord); the second area focuses on Foreign, security, and defense policy (Dr. İlke TOYGÜR, Sergey Radchenko, and Camille Grand); the third area deals with Trade, technology, and innovation (Constance Bommelaer de Leusse, Olga Belogolova, Paul Fehlinger, and Cecilia Malmström); and the fourth area delves into Energy, environment, and industrial policy (Marnix Amand, Charlotte Halpern, Dr. Anna Broughel, and Francisco Seijo).   The leadership and support of Manuel Muñiz and Angel Alonso Arroba in fostering this inter-university partnership has been essential, as have been James Steinberg of The Johns Hopkins University, Arancha González of Sciences Po, and Jim Levinsohn of Yale University for their invaluable contributions.   This policy report was edited by Alexandra Duffy and is the product of the Transatlantic Bridge Strategic Foresight Workshop coordinated by Cristina Vicente Ruiz The Bretelsmann Foundation´s support was key in the conceptualization of the exercise, as were the insights and contributions of all participants of the Transatlantic Bridge Foresight Workshop, hosted by IE School of Politics, Economics and Global Affairs GPC in March 2024, have greatly enhanced the quality and depth of this report.    The report is a result of a collaborative alliance between the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs (SPEGA), Sciences Po and the Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs.    Finally, we acknowledge the academic leads of each policy brief—Marnix Amand, Constance Bommelaer de Leusse, Sergey Radchenko, and Nina Wiesehomeier—and all those who directly or indirectly contributed to this report.    Read the full report here https://lnkd.in/ekdixgtn or visit the Global Policy Center's publications page https://lnkd.in/e_h7zYST   #TransatlanticPartnership #USEuropeRelations #GlobalSecurity #PolicyDialogue #IEUniversity #TransatlanticBridgeConference Dr. İlke TOYGÜR Manuel Muñiz Angel Alonso Arroba Jaime de Aguinaga Garcia Juncal Sánchez Mendieta Kerry Parke ROSA ARANDA Barrio Carlos Saldaña Alejandra Carolina Acedo Samaniego Iratxe Piñeiro Garate Cristina Vicente Ruiz Luis de Lossada i Gallart

📢 Dear network, I'm delighted to inform you that I'm convenor for one panel at #IPSA25. If your research interests are focused on the Crisis as Transition Tools in society, politics and international relations, do not hesitate to submit a paper (link and abstract below)📝. Hope to meet you in Seoul (12-16 July 2025)!   Link 👇 https://lnkd.in/dnZxT375   Abstract: Crisis events have long been recognized as catalysts for change and transition in various aspects of society, politics, and international relations. These crises create a sense of urgency and necessitate immediate attention, leading to the reformulation of ideas and the transformation of institutions (Brodziak et al., 2017). Political scientists argue that crises compel leaders to make high-stakes decisions under conditions of threat, uncertainty, and time pressure, resulting in political repercussions and the restructuring of domestic and international institutions (Castells, 2005). Crisis can also be used as a conservative tool by regimes to justify authoritarian measures and preserve their power. In times of crisis, governments often exploit fear and uncertainty to expand executive powers, infringe on civil liberties, and suppress opposition under the pretext of maintaining stability and national security. History is replete with examples of crises being exploited by regimes to consolidate their authority and prolong their rule (Chan, 2013). Therefore, it is essential to critically analyze the differential impact of crises on governance and the potential manipulation of crises for political ends. This panel should be open to contributions that explore the multifaceted role of crises in society, politics, and international relations. This panel welcomes research on how crises serve as drivers of change and transition, prompting reforms and reshaping institutions. Additionally, it encourages examination of how crises can be wielded by political actors to justify authoritarian measures and consolidate power. Contributions may delve into historical precedents, contemporary case studies, and theoretical frameworks to understand the complexities of crisis dynamics and their implications for governance and political transitions. #research #callforpapers #callforspeech #seminar #politicalscience #Iinternationalrelations #governance #crisis #transition #politics #politics #conference #IPSA 

The EU needs a strong science, research and innovation base more than ever, as it lags behind competitors in an uncertain geopolitical environment, according to this year’s report on the Science, Research and Innovation Performance of the EU. The report comes as a lack of ambition in research and innovation is increasingly seen as a stumbling block for the EU’s wider goals. Read more about the report's findings: https://lnkd.in/d_fm3S_w

Cooperation mechanisms According to the organizers, the first annual conference of BRICS think tanks is designed to highlight the importance of cooperation among the research institutions of the BRICS countries in predicting the future and shaping economic and social policies, to build bridges of cooperation linking these countries, and to enhance their role in the multipolar international system. The participating analysts plan to discuss mechanisms for enhancing academic and intellectual cooperation among the BRICS countries. Particular attention will be paid to the role of the media in disseminating the researchers’ findings and expanding the scope of the dialogue on common issues within the BRICS group. The participants will also exchange opinions on how think tanks might contribute to economic growth strategies and trading cooperation among the BRICS countries. (Part Two, The End) #business #finance #financialservices

My latest: https://lnkd.in/dMSXfeFn Summary: Once considered a marginal pursuit in international politics, democracy has come to be a feature of geopolitical competition. The attention that authoritarian states dedicate to Europe’s democracy—and to undermining it—suggests that even the realpolitik players par excellence see their success tied to the failings of democracies. The global democratic recession plays out in the geopolitical tensions in the European Union’s neighbourhood where historically, democracy support has been a second order in the broader foreign policy calculus. Simultaneously, in Europe the quality of democracy has been steadily declining and political actors who contest liberal democracy have gained ground within. Through a bird’s eye view of thirty years of EU democracy support, highlighting the controversies in its pursuit as well asits endurance as a foreign policy goal, this paper explores the under-researched question of how democratic contestation inside the EU and its member states influences EU foreign policy and democracy support. The weakening commitment to democracy in the EU has direct and indirect consequences, including reputational damage, obstruction of decision-making, the reorientation of financial resources and support of actors that are not committed to democratic reform. More broadly, it problematises the EU’s stated purpose on the global stage, at a time of primacy of geopolitical narratives. At the same time, democracy acquires a new importance in linking effective governance of the EU with a response to the geopolitical challenges of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

⬇ Check out this new publication Our MATA alumna and academic assistant, Iana Maisuradze, contributed to the third edition of the European Policy Centre's Outlook Paper: “Europe in the world in 2024: From voting to geopolitics”, led by Ricardo Borges de Castro. The publication is a navigation guide for 2024, and focuses on the most important global actors, flashpoints, and emerging policy challenges for the EU. https://lnkd.in/deYBUPuZ

This week Nova SBE Economics for Policy Knowledge Center hosted a debate on the Draghi Report, bringing together experts on how the European Union can address challenges around Innovation, Decarbonisation, and Security. Some brief highlights: Francesco Franco started by observing that in a world where geopolitics trumps economics, some of the solutions identified in the report might first appear controversial. He also underlined that the report proposes an overhaul of Europe’s approach to skills to balance the disruption caused by adopting the proposed measures. Ana Fontoura Gouveia highlighted the importance of scalable technologies like green hydrogen and renewables. She presented examples from different member-states and underlined the need for greater cooperation around a shared industrial policy, with a view towards increased coordination on sustainability objectives. Security was another focal point: Madalena Meyer Resende analyzed Europe’s shifting defense strategy and the need for greater autonomy from long-standing transatlantic dependencies while emphasizing the EU's strategy to create an "economic version" of NATO. The second part of the event focused on the political and institutional feasibility of these proposals: José Tavares pointed toward the possibilities for the European Union from the shift to an innovation for defense agenda. This combines the rationality of public good provision with the political support stemming from the proximity of war in Ukraine. Last but not least, António Vicente underscored the report's timing, communication, and pragmatism, sharing his optimistic perspective on the need for a strong political will to carry out the ambitious reforms. He recalled previous EU reports that paved the way for successful reforms and argued that the Draghi report may play a similar role. After the two panels, a lively debate was held with the participation of many attendees, especially regarding the challenges of joint EU borrowing, fiscal sovereignty, and the prospect of a capital markets union. We thank all, in particular our panel speakers, for a great event. #EconomicsForPolicy #E4P #EuropeanCompetitiveness #PolicyDebate #NovaSBE #MarioDraghi #EU

NEW PUBLICATION - OBSERVATORY ON EUROPEAN STUDIES “The 2024 European Conference at Harvard: takeaways for fostering the European Dream” “Is the European dream alive? In the course of two days, with an abounding program, political leaders, European Union (EU) representatives, and students debated this question at the headquarters of Harvard Kennedy School of Government, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The current and past geopolitical crises of the last few years – that have echoed around the world and more intensely in the heads of EU leaders – gave the tone for five panels and four keynote speeches mainly themed as follows: (i) competitiveness in and of the EU; (ii) Energy transition and its implications in the EU; and (iii) EU’s geo-political standing. This paper intends to share a few takeaways under each of these themes.”[...] Original and full text available at the link: https://lnkd.in/dxGpX9e8 #latinamerica #europeanunion #internacionallaw #americalatina #uniaoeuropeia #direitointernacional #americalatina #unioneuropeia #derechointernacional

CALL FOR PAPERS AND CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CHAIRPERSON Congratulations to our HERS-SA Chairperson, Dr Soraya BEUKES who has accepted an invitation to join the BRICS Journal of International Relations and Development editorial board.  This academic journal is aimed at providing a platform for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to exchange ideas, research and innovation outcomes, policy initiatives and share insights on international relations and other development matters pertaining to BRICS and nations from the Global South. policy, migration, technology and innovation. Inaugural Issue of the BRICS Journal of International Relations and Development Theme: Reimagining Global Governance – BRICS Perspectives on International Relations and Development in a Multipolar World Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: The global political and security mechanics of the BRICS Economic resilience and inclusive growth across BRICS nations Sustainable trade and investment frameworks Policy approaches to global environmental challenges Peacebuilding, cultural exchange, and regional stability Comparative analyses of social and development policies within BRICS contexts; A combination of the above and beyond Submission of abstract: 05 January 2025 Use the link below to access the call for papers https://lnkd.in/dbMb_y_d

Report on 'Geopolitics and Economic Statecraft in the European Union' edited by Rosa Balfour and Sinan Ülgen, written by Eugenia Baroncelli, Lizza Bomassi, Raluca Csernatoni, PhD, Andreas C. Goldthau, Giovanni Grevi, Catherine Hoeffler, Erik Jones, Pavi Prakash Nair and Richard Youngs for Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: 'Finding the right balance between economic security and broader foreign policy goals will be crucial for the EU to maintain credibility and legitimacy on the global stage.' Report refers to European Parliamentary Research Service publication on 'EU Strategic Autonomy 2013-2023: From Concept to Capacity', available here: https://lnkd.in/edBwgxny #EPRS #strategicautonomy