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28th AIES European Forum The 28th AIES European Forum will take place on 7 & 8 November at the Vienna School of International Studies. The event will be broadcasted live on the Internet. In accordance with this year's main theme "Europe's Future - Time to Decide, Time to Act", the most pressing challenges for European security and defense will be discussed, ranging from transatlantic relations, the current situation in Ukraine, the complex developments in the Middle East, to hybrid threats. On Day One, Panel 1 will be about “EU Security Policy & Transatlantic Relations”. It is set to offer insightful discussions on the future of EU security strategies and the evolving dynamics of transatlantic relations, gathering prominent experts and decision-makers in the field. On Day Two, after Keynote Speeches by Karoline Edtstadler, Austrian Federal Minister for the EU and Constitution, and  Oleksij Reznikov, former Minister of Defense of Ukraine, and others, Panel 2 will discuss War, Peace and Stability in Eastern Europe. Finally, the last Panel (from 12:30 - 14:00) will be about "The Middle East at the Crossroads".  My contribution to this panel will focus on the current war in Palestine and its wider implications. This will include an analysis of the interests, objectives, means, and intentions of the warring parties and international actors. Of course, this will take into account the outcome of the U.S. Presidential Election and its impact on the region. I will conclude with an assessment of likely developments. It would be a pleasure to meet you there, at least virtually! #europeanunion #middleeast #unitedstates #israel #iran #gaza https://lnkd.in/dgBWJxdJ

🌍 **European Political Community Summit: 4th Meeting on July 18, 2024** 🌍 📅 **Meeting in the United Kingdom** 📅 On July 18, the 47 leaders of the European Political Community (EPC) gathered in the United Kingdom for a new summit. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, along with representatives from NATO and the Council of Europe, participated in this event. The summit primarily focused on the situation in Ukraine. 🔹 **Creation of the EPC** 🔹 As a reminder, the EPC was created in October 2022 at the initiative of President Macron, with the aim of strengthening cohesion, cooperation, and dialogue among European countries. 🔹 **Structure of the Meeting** 🔹 This 4th meeting was structured into three parts: 1. An opening plenary session 2. Three roundtables dedicated to migration, energy and connectivity, and defense and democracy 3. A final plenary session 🤝 **Strengthening UK-EU Ties** 🤝 This meeting was also an opportunity for the United Kingdom to strengthen its ties with the EU and vice versa. Currently, the application of the agreements prevails, but future cooperation could develop. 📅 **Next Meeting in Hungary** 📅 The next EPC meeting will take place on November 7, 2024, in Hungary, the country currently holding the Council Presidency. #EPCCSummit #EuropeanPoliticalCommunity #Ukraine #VolodymyrZelensky #Macron #Cooperation #Europe #UnitedKingdom #Hungary

I am pleased to see that Russia Matters at the Belfer Center of Harvard Kennedy School has written a brief synopsis of my piece for Foreign Policy the impact of the consolidation of #Russia's footprint in #Syria for #Iran, #Israel the #West.

🚀 What is #REUNIR about? A Horizon-funded project bringing together 12 partners from across Europe! ➡ Watch our new video to find out more! 🌍 Our mission? Strengthening the EU's foreign & security toolboxes to strengthen the resilience and transformation of candidate countries in this new age of international relations. 🔍 #REUNIR aims to assess foreign threats to military, socio-economic, and democratic resilience in nine neighboring countries. We map local perceptions of the EU’s support and analyze political perspectives within the EU on neighborhood relations. 📅 Projecting scenarios up to 2035, our consortium of top research institutes offers evidence-based policy recommendations to mitigate malign foreign interference and enhance the EU's external actions. Our ultimate goal is to help countries in the Eastern neighborhood and Western Balkans stay on the path to European integration. 🌟 With innovative methodologies for foresight analysis and scenario-building, REUNIR not only drives forward academic research on the challenges faced by WB and EN countries but also actively builds a support base for their transformation within and outside the EU. Stay tuned as we contribute to shaping a more resilient and integrated Europe! CEPS (Centre for European Policy Studies) eka tkeshelashvili Florian Bieber Anna Osypchuk, Ph.D. Steven Blockmans Georgian Institute of Politics (GIP) International Centre for Defence and Security (ICDS) University of Graz #REUNIRProject #HorizonEU #EUIntegration #ForeignPolicy #Security #Research #WesternBalkans #EasternNeighbourhood #EU

Welcome back to Briefing Notes, where we are looking the Greek - Turkish relations under the prism of the “Athens Declaration on Friendly Relations and Good-Neighbourliness” signed by the two parts and the Turkish insistence on its “Blue Homeland” doctrine. Our Research Associate, Ioannis Chouliaras analyzes "in cold blood" the prospects of the Greek - Turkish rapprochement following the devastating earthquakes of 2023 in Turkey. In his view, it is rather unlikely a permanent resolution to be achieved to their bilateral disputes in the Aegean, Eastern Mediterranean, and Cyprus. "Despite the notable improvement in Greek - Turkish relations since early 2023, the two countries are unlikely to reach a permanent resolution to their bilateral disputes in the Aegean, Eastern Mediterranean, and Cyprus. Neither Athens nor Ankara has so far demonstrated any willingness to compromise on long-held positions. Turkey’s insistence on its “Blue Homeland” doctrine, intense domestic nationalist sentiment, and the perception of the global and regional balance of power shifting in its favor will likely discourage the Turkish government from making politically painful compromises to its rival and instead bid for time to establish its dominance in the region. On its part, Athens is also unlikely to concede to Turkish demands as they would have an adverse impact on its sovereignty. Relations will remain stable as long as the US and its allies prioritize NATO cohesion amid ongoing conflicts, although Ankara will likely make a renewed push to assert its territorial claims once it perceives an opening to do so... " writes Ioannis Chouliaras. You may read the full text here: https://lnkd.in/ds-pdguU

The Italian-German Action Plan focuses on strengthening #Europeandefense and industrial collaboration. This partnership aims to enhance mutual economic security and address global challenges by prioritizing cooperation in defense, energy, and technology sectors. This agreement also supports talks between #Italy's and #Germany's think tanks on key bilateral issues, promoting regular meetings among private and public stakeholders. It discusses the potential of cooperative economic and defence strategies to reinforce Europe's stance against #globalsecurity threats and economic instabilities. These two major #EU economies can indeed leverage their industrial strengths to foster a resilient European market. The action plan will facilitate not only bilateral cooperation but also set a precedent for EU-wide strategic goals in response to evolving geopolitical scenarios. Read the #IAIDocument by Federico Castiglioni ➡️ https://lnkd.in/drWHz8CA

🌍 Strengthening Europe’s Resolve: A Call for Unified Action in Foreign Policy and Defense 🌟 In a critical time for European defense and foreign policy, understanding our path forward is more vital than ever. 🇪🇺Dive into our latest opinion piece to explore the pressing need for cohesive EU action, strategic autonomy, and robust support for Ukraine. This compelling analysis not only outlines the challenges but also maps out essential steps towards a stronger, more unified Europe. 🖋️ This opinion piece is authored by Augusto Gonzalez, the Secretary General of Young European Leadership (YEL). With a background in global development and political science, and active involvement in EU's #Y7 and #Y20 processes, Augusto brings a profound understanding of European dynamics and the strategic measures necessary for Europe's autonomy and influence. 🔗 Read the full article to see how Europe can secure its influence and sovereignty on the global stage. - https://lnkd.in/dReDNqX8 💭 Your insights are invaluable - join the conversation in the comments on how we can drive Europe forward together! #EuropeanUnion #ForeignPolicy #DefenseStrategy #StrategicAutonomy #EULeadership #PolicyMaking

I'm pleased to publish 3 excellent articles in the #AsanForum examining the case for 🇦🇺🇰🇷🇯🇵 trilateral cooperation. In addition to being US allies, Australia, South Korea and Japan are net providers of Indo-Pacific security and prosperity in their own right. Tom Corben emphasises the value of diplomatic coordination over duplicating defence efforts. Ryosuke Hanada discusses the imbalanced bilaterals within the trilateral and how varying levels of security, trade and Pacific engagement can be calibrated. Dongkeun Lee argues that enduring differences in threat perceptions are being connected due to common maritime agendas. The articles build on our recent Australia-ROK-Japan Track 1.5 Trilateral Dialogue, hosted in June by United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney.

💥 🇺🇦 In the shadow of ongoing hostilities, the details emerging from the Russian-Ukrainian peace negotiations in Istanbul in April 2022 shed light on the complex tapestry of geopolitical ambitions and strategic calculations that define the conflict. The Wall Street Journal’s recent revelations about the draft treaty from these negotiations offer a stark glimpse into Russia’s long-term objectives for Ukraine, painting a picture of a nation envisioned to be perpetually defenseless against future aggressions. This narrative of “demilitarization,” long propagated by the Kremlin, is now laid bare with concrete proposals that sought to cap Ukraine’s military capabilities drastically. 🔎🔗 Read the complete article from Complex Discovery OÜ's Russo-Ukrainian conflict beat as sourced from the Institute for the Study of War at https://lnkd.in/g6W36uBN. #EasternEurope #Investigations #eDiscovery

The return of geopolitics has transformed the EU and its foreign and security policy. However, what does "geopolitics" actually mean and how does the EU adapt to its return? I make three arguments in my new Working Paper for the Finnish Institute of International Affairs - FIIA: - Geopolitics is more than just the provision of 'hard power'. The EU’s actions across the policy spectrum can have a geopolitical impact. - The EU's geopolitics is accidental rather than intentional. The EU acts eclectically when wielding its military, economic and normative powers. -  Accidental geopolitics highlights the agency of individual decision-makers in the EU’s international engagement. EU member states need to pay close attention to the upcoming selection to the Union’s top jobs. Read the full publication ➡ https://lnkd.in/de7JKk-V