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Weekly blog on current topics

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Cyber-Insecurity: Regulating the Future

Dec 24 min read

Cyber-Insecurity: Regulating the Future

How can we secure ourselves against the vulnerabilities of everyday devices?

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Future of Diplomacy: The Increasing Relevance of BRICS in International Relations

Nov 183 min read

Future of Diplomacy: The Increasing Relevance of BRICS in International Relations

For many countries, BRICS has become an attractive alternative to Western-dominated international institutions.

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How the Advent of Loitering Munitions Can Affect the Current Balance of Power

Nov 114 min read

How the Advent of Loitering Munitions Can Affect the Current Balance of Power

The loitering munition seems to be so incredibly accessible that the proliferation of this weapon might destabilize the current world order.

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The Next Commissioner for Enlargement Pledges for an EU Black Sea Strategy

Nov 35 min read

The Next Commissioner for Enlargement Pledges for an EU Black Sea Strategy

The European Commission's President asked for it, and the Commissioner-designate pledged for an EU Black Sea Strategy.

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How Security Concerns Fuel the Rise of the Far-Right in France

Sep 294 min read

How Security Concerns Fuel the Rise of the Far-Right in France

Security concerns fueling far-right momentum in France: Unpacking the reasons behind this growing political trend.

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The Baltic States: Key Facilitators for European Integration in the Eastern Neighbourhood

Sep 154 min read

The Baltic States: Key Facilitators for European Integration in the Eastern Neighbourhood

The Baltic States offer vital lessons to Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia on their EU path, guiding them towards deeper European integration.

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Miscalculation at Machine Speed? - Artificial Intelligence and the Nuclear Balance of Power

Sep 14 min read

Miscalculation at Machine Speed? - Artificial Intelligence and the Nuclear Balance of Power

Advanced AI and Machine Learning systems could challenge the nuclear balance of power by undermining mutually assured destruction.

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The EU’s Role as a Security Actor and Its Impact on Its Identity: Did the EU Forget about its Values?

Aug 253 min read

The EU’s Role as a Security Actor and Its Impact on Its Identity: Did the EU Forget about its Values?

As global security threats rise, the EU is at a crossroads between upholding its liberal roots or embracing defence.

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New MENA Migration Deals: Undermining the EU's Role as a Normative Power?

Aug 113 min read

New MENA Migration Deals: Undermining the EU's Role as a Normative Power?

The EU, as a normative power, faces a dilemma: new migration deals challenge its human rights values, risking credibility.

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The European Chips Act: A Strategic Move Towards Semiconductor Autonomy

Jul 213 min read

The European Chips Act: A Strategic Move Towards Semiconductor Autonomy

Amidst the semiconductor shortage, the EU aims to step up and become a chip leader using the Chips Act.

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Changing Strategy in Space – Unleashing Europe’s Potential

Jul 144 min read

Changing Strategy in Space – Unleashing Europe’s Potential

With the renewal of European space cooperation, private investment in space will accelerate economic growth and bring security advantages.

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The Importance of Civil Defence in a Society: What Can Sweden Learn from Civil Defence in Ukraine?

Jun 303 min read

The Importance of Civil Defence in a Society: What Can Sweden Learn from Civil Defence in Ukraine?

Sweden must recognise civil defence as not only about preparing for ongoing conflicts but also developing resilience for future challenges.

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How Social Media Becomes a Tool to Radicalize College Students

Jun 163 min read

How Social Media Becomes a Tool to Radicalize College Students

Various social media platforms are used by extremist groups to organize, recruit, and incite violence.

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How the „Sondervermögen“ of the German Armed Forces is Threatening Democracy in Germany

Jun 94 min read

How the „Sondervermögen“ of the German Armed Forces is Threatening Democracy in Germany

To fund the €100bln Berlin plans to spend for its armed forces, it plans to introduce a debt brake. This, however, could threaten democracy.

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5 Reasons Why Mark Rutte Is Not the Right One to Lead NATO

May 285 min read

5 Reasons Why Mark Rutte Is Not the Right One to Lead NATO

NATO cannot afford to be run by a political leader who is not sufficiently experienced in shaping international security policy.

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Berlin Plus - Foundation for a Futureproof CSDP?

May 194 min read

Berlin Plus - Foundation for a Futureproof CSDP?

Berlin Plus, a NATO-EU cooperation framework, offers EU access to NATO planning capabilities but faces a host of challenges.

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The Subtle Infiltration of Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems

Apr 283 min read

The Subtle Infiltration of Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems

Unmanned systems proliferate in warfare, from reconnaissance to tactical strikes, raising ethical and regulatory concerns.

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In the year of Anniversary: Thoughts about (E)Ukraine

Apr 213 min read

In the year of Anniversary: Thoughts about (E)Ukraine

20 years after the EU's historic expansion, discussions over Ukraine's accession emerge. Will this enhance security or escalate tensions?

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Reviewing Economic Sanctions on Russia – What Should We Learn From Them?

Mar 254 min read

Reviewing Economic Sanctions on Russia – What Should We Learn From Them?

Western sanctions against Russia have greatly underperformed expectations, despite being justified and necessary.

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European Union of Defence: Why the European Christian-Democrats are Betting on the Wrong Horse

Mar 183 min read

European Union of Defence: Why the European Christian-Democrats are Betting on the Wrong Horse

The EPP proposes a dedicated Defense Minister for the EU, facing challenges of defence spending and divergent threat perceptions.

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