(Human Story) American Scientists in Search of Safe Harbor

“it’s not just impacting people and people’s health. It’s not just impacting my career. It’s impacting, you know, it’s impacting all the future research that’s going to happen that’s impacting the opportunity for individuals. It’s impacting the economy globally, and it’s also impacting our ability to respond to diseases as we go.”

A (renewed) European Union in a (renewed) global order- The EU challenges in the current global scenario

The European Union is facing an unprecedented crisis period characterised by internal as well as external challenges.
The internal cohesion of the EU is undermined by populist forces that push for a nationalist agenda and wish to either weaken the EU or to employ it as a tool to achieve their own national goals. The presence of these polarising political forces within the EU institutions represent a concrete obstacle to effective decision-making.

The rise of Morocco as an industrial Hub: opportunities and challenges

With its strategic location, natural resources and cheap labour force, Morocco is drawing major foreing investments in automotive manufacturing and EV batteries. But as Chinese capitals grow, complications with Western partners arise in an era of renewed protectionism.

European Affairs: Slovakia’s Culture under the Fico Government

In Slovakia, Fico’s current government is slowly dismantling the vibrant culture of Slovakia. The alterations to the public broadcaster and the halting of funds by the Culture Minister are both moments of cultural repression. The Slovakian National Gallery and other institutions are still being harmed by discriminatory policies.

From tied hands to opportunity for reform: paths ahead to deal with the EU’s Hungary problem

A decade and a half after Viktor Orbàn rose to power, the relationship between Hungary and the European Union has reached its lowest point. The member state has been increasingly moving towards authoritarian rule and has repeatedly made use of its veto power to blackmail the EU. With financial pressure unable to change the situation, the Union needs to find alternative paths ahead to safeguard its unity and values.

Tension Beneath Taiwan Strait: The Growing Threat to Undersea Cable Security 

As undersea cables emerge as a new front in grey zone conflict, Taiwan faces mounting risks to its digital lifelines. The implications of these sabotages, China’s possible strategic intent, and considers what Taiwan can do to strengthen its cable security.