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.

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.

Resource Dependency: Exploring the Chinese Monopoly of Critical Minerals

China’s dominating influence of the global critical mineral markets poses a pressing threat to international supply chains. These minerals are vital for advanced technologies, from semiconductors to renewable energy. With a global energy transition reliant on critical minerals, their increased demand has provided Beijing a whip hand to utilise in other geopolitical spheres.

A Security Economic Dialogue? The Deft Diplomacy Behinds Oslo’s Joint Statement with China on their Green Cooperation

Støre’s delegation group visit to China is potentially renewing Norway’s security economic landscape but not only helping to address Oslo’s energy economic transition hurdles, highlighting their Joint Statement has profound implications beyond what many conceive.

Turning the Tide: South Asia’s Democratic Defiance in an Authoritarian Era

South Asia in 2024 emerges as a beacon of democratic resilience, countering the global rise of authoritarianism and showcasing the enduring power of popular participation.

Rise in Digital Influence Operations: An Analysis into Iranian Disinformation Campaigns

Explore how Iran leverages digital influence operations to shape political opinions, instill public distrust and advance its foreign policy interests in the age of disinformation.