Pier Luigi Parcu @eui-media-freedom.bsky.social argues the Media Pluralism Monitor helped Europe assess media pluralism at national level. The next step is measuring risks across Europe’s entire information space.
Read more on #EUIdeas 👉https://loom.ly/AIozwaA
#EUIdeas: On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, @olenasnigyr.bsky.social @eui-schuman.bsky.social reflects on Russia's coercive negotiation strategy.
Read the full piece 🔗https://loom.ly/HiVeWNo
📰 #EUIdeas: Roberta Carlini @eui-schuman.bsky.social discusses whether the potential acquisition of one of Italy's major newspaper publishers by a foreign media mogul could trigger the 1st application of the European Media Freedom Act. 👉 https://loom.ly/BDFjcFU
In the current wave of protests, internet shutdowns are a tool of repression in Iran. In #EUIdeas, Abdollah Baei Lashaki @eui-schuman.bsky.social explores the consequences of internet shutdowns for Iranian civil society & human rights 👉 https://loom.ly/UgHw92A
Stephanie Acker, @andrewpgeddes.bsky.social & Negar Katirai @eui-schuman.bsky.social explore participatory research, a key aspect of the youth leadership & research programme U-Lead.
Read the #EUIdeas 🔗 https://loom.ly/15BBtbA
📚 #EUIdeas: Asst. Prof. @vanghel.bsky.social & @eui-schuman.bsky.social Dir. @erik-jones.bsky.social explain why the EU tends to enlarge & reform at the same time. 🔗 https://loom.ly/RvMXrq0
In a recent #EUIdeas article, Policy Leader Fellow Tuhina Chatterjee explores opportunities for increased strategic collaboration between Canada & the EU. She identifies energy, defence, AI, and skills exchange as key domains for future partnerships. 🇨🇦 🇪🇺
Read more 👉 https://loom.ly/aiFiADc
📣 Now live: The new EUIdeas – the EUI’s platform for thought leadership!
#EUIdeas allows you to dive into sharp, evidence-based commentary from EUI academics. From today's key issues to tomorrow's hidden breakthroughs, EUIdeas is where thought leadership comes to life.
👉 https://euideas.eui.eu/
💊 In a new piece for #EUIdeas, Talha Jalal @eui-stg.bsky.social explores areas of vulnerability in the EU’s public health security, including a sluggish policy response to antimicrobial resistance & underinvestment in medical research.
👉 https://loom.ly/E_qHflU
🗣️ Policy Leader Fellow Gilbert A. Ang’ana and Professor Kenneth Amaeshi discuss the often-overlooked relationship between the state and small businesses in African countries, highlighting it as both a governance challenge and a missed development opportunity.
#EUIdeas 👉 https://loom.ly/_T9LWC8
🌍 Valentina Bacchin, Christina Santos & Gilbert A. Ang’ana @eui-stg.bsky.social explore today’s crises in international development—from shrinking aid to rising scepticism—& outline 4 principles for a more just, sustainable & people-centred solidarity.
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🌍 Valentina Bacchin, Christina Santos & Gilbert A. Ang’ana @eui-stg.bsky.social explore today’s crises in international development—from shrinking aid to rising scepticism—& outline 4 principles for a more just, sustainable & people-centred solidarity.
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🌍 Valentina Bacchin, Christina Santos & Gilbert A. Ang’ana @eui-stg.bsky.social explore today’s crises in international development—from shrinking aid to rising scepticism—& outline 4 principles for a more just, sustainable & people-centred solidarity.
Read more on #EUIdeas 📖 buff.ly/IHFKGWc
🗳️ On 8-9 June, Italian citizens are called to vote on five important referenda.
In #EUIdeas, Elena Casali, master student at @eui-stg.bsky.social, reflects on the risks of discouraging participation and the role of voting in democratic life.
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📊 In this #EUIdeas piece, Bohdan Bernatskyi, Max Weber Visiting Fellow at the EUI, argues that better collection & sharing of sanctions data can empower policymakers to:
✅ Assess sanctions' impact
🔍 Detect & prevent circumvention
🌍 Respond to fast-changing global crises
Read more 👉 buff.ly/urIoYvu
In the latest #EUIdeas, Bruno Capuzzi @eui-stg.bsky.social proposes measures to make the EUDR – the EU’s landmark anti-deforestation regulation – more effective, more compatible w/ international trade rules & more supportive of sustainable development worldwide.
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🌍 @eui-stg.bsky.social Policy Leader Fellow Gilbert A. Ang’ana examines the need for Africa to transition from dependency to economic & political autonomy & presents possible paths, including strengthening governance structures & reimagining the role of the African Union.
#EUIdeas 👉 buff.ly/t5aqpBB
What can the #SchumanDeclaration tell us today?
Our Director Erik Jones shares a great overview of its content, vision, and continued relevance in this latest #EUIdeas
👉 Read it now: euideas.eui.eu/2025/05/09/t...
🎉Happy #EuropeDay!
On the 75th anniversary of the #SchumanDecleration, @erik-jones.bsky.social, Director of @eui-schuman.bsky.social, reflects on the ambitions of the Declaration, the achievements of the EU, and the key challenges faced by Europe today.
📝 Read more on #EUIdeas 👉 buff.ly/lNUJPQH
Since 2022, Russia has systematically targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure—from occupation to airstrikes and now attacks on gas production.
In this #EUIdeas, Denis Cenusa @eui-stg.bsky.social illustrates the 3️⃣ phases of Russia’s strategy against Ukraine’s energy sector 👉 buff.ly/k9oGzwE
🗳️ On 3 May, Australians head to the polls for a federal general election.
Antara Mascarenhas recounts Australia’s politicised journey to addressing climate change & considers whether the outcome of the election could end almost two decades of ‘climate wars’.
#EUIdeas 👉 buff.ly/ypNh21R
In her powerful reflection for #EUIdeas, Tuhina Chatterjee @eui-stg.bsky.social argues that women, LGBTQ+ people, and racialised individuals are often targeted by episodes of harassment, calling for concrete steps to build truly inclusive, safe spaces for all. 👥
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In the latest #EUIdeas, @eui-stg.bsky.social Professor Kenneth Amaeshi and tax expert Giammarco Cottani discuss the challenges facing international tax cooperation and the potential contributions of the European academic community in addressing these issues.
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The international development sector is at a crossroads. 🌍🆘
In the latest #EUIdeas, Talha Jalal, @eui-stg.bsky.social Visiting Fellow, explores the impact of foreign aid cuts and shifting US-Europe relations – and why reform is more urgent than ever.
Read more 👉 buff.ly/TqCpvXi
In the latest #EUIdeas, Alina Soloviova, @eui-schuman.bsky.social Jean Monnet Fellow, highlights how Russia’s war against Ukraine is threatening Ukrainian cultural heritage and discusses the need to protect cultural heritage 🏛️🖼️ during conflicts.
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🗣️ Why should we oppose Elon Musk’s interest in South Africa’s digital market?
@eui-stg.bsky.social Policy Leader Fellow Masutane Modjadji sheds light on the interest of Musk’s 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 company to enter the South Africa's digital communications space.
Read more on #EUIdeas 📌 https://buff.ly/433iK91
🌍 #Africa is at a pivotal moment for good governance.
In this article for #BHM2025, Gilbert A. Ang’ana @eui-stg.bsky.social calls for embracing responsible negotiation as a good governance principle to lead the way towards a stable and prosperous future for Africa.
#EUIdeas 👉 buff.ly/40OrVax
Michael Sanfey, Visiting Fellow @eui-schuman.bsky.social, discusses Jean-Claude Juncker’s role in the European politics of his era, focusing on his function as European Commission President from 2014 to 2019 🇪🇺.
Read more in the latest #EUIdeas 🔗 https://buff.ly/4hIim3J
"The belief that compromise or concessions by Ukraine could end the war is misguided."
Olena Snigyr @eui-schuman.bsky.social argues that concessions by Ukraine won't end the war as Russia seeks to redefine global spheres of influence.
🔗 Read more on #EUIdeas: https://buff.ly/4h94Cz8
📈 Is cryptocurrency fixing financial systems or fueling financial crimes?
Policy Leader Fellow @eui-stg.bsky.social Huda Ismail delves into the pros & cons of the world of #crypto, highlighting the need to regulate it.
Read the latest #EUIdeas ▶️ https://buff.ly/4hiV98g
