One of the main challenges affecting the EU structure is the absence of a shared strategic narrative to unite all member states and develop a common strategic path to navigate global uncertainties. This narrative would be a geopolitical compass based on geopolitical necessities and threats, that would guide the EU’s foreign policy and diplomacy.
Europe’s drive for energy security and a green transition has intensified cooperation with Algeria and the wider MENA region. Initiatives like the Taqathy+ programme, backed by the EU and Germany, aim to position Algeria as a regional hub for renewable energy, building on megaprojects such as Medlink and the SouthH2 Corridor. While these projects are promoted as tools for sustainable development and decarbonization, they primarily serve European energy interests. Local populations are often excluded from decision-making, and renewable energy exports risk reinforcing Algeria’s centralized, rentier-authoritarian structures rather than democratizing the sector. In practice, these initiatives advance Europe’s net-zero goals while leaving Algerians marginalized from the energy transition, even as climate change increasingly affects the region.
Romania’s 2025 elections mark a turning point between pro-EU liberalism and rising far-right nationalism. As digital interference and foreign influence reshape its political landscape, Romania must now decide: will it become a central player in European security or remain a pawn in broader geopolitical games?
The article looks at the outcome of the April Parliamentary election in Croatia and how the inclusion of the far-right Homeland Movement will affect the country’s political landscape.
Prime Minister Mītsotakīs risks overworking employees in order to boost economy meanwhile unemployment remains high.
President Nauseda won re-election, yet he has little time to celebrate as Lithuania must continue to prepare for potential Russian aggression.
Slovak Prime Minister survived an assassination attempt, yet Slovak democracy is still on life support.
Malta is the EU’s smallest member state by land area yet the population is expected to explode. This has created challenges for the nation that the government must confront.
In recent years EU member states have invested in the construction of barriers and other tools to keep migrants physically out of their nations. Cyprus is taking a different approach by launching a social media campaign with data that demonstrates the harsh reality of how hard it is to be accepted for asylum in the EU member state.
Spain recently had local elections which showed support for PSOE has dropped while increasing for PP. Prime Minister Sanchez has called for an early parliamentary election in order to prevent PP from gaining additional support.
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