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What is the current relationship between Japan and the Nordic and Baltic states? How do these states cooperate on security matters? Tune into this podcast episode with NUPI's Wrenn Yennie Lindgren to learn more! 🎧

🗣️ We went to the opening of Spheres of Influence, a conference in Uzbekistan about the growing geopolitical competition between three global players for influence in the Balkans, the Caucasus and Central Asia. The Spheres of Influence Uncovered project, of which this conference is a part, has been going on for two years already. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dHMktewC

📍#OnThisDay (15th) November in 1884, The Berlin Conference opened, The Partition of Africa (Berlin Conference) And the Aftermath. It began in earnest with the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885, and was the cause of most of Africa’s borders today. This conference was called by German Chancellor Bismarck to settle how European countries would claim colonial land. And to avoid a war among European nations over African territory. All the major European States were invited to the conference. Germany, France, Great Britain, Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, and Spain were all considered to have a future role in the imperial partition of Africa. The United States was invited because of its interest in Liberia but did not attend because it had no desire to build a colonial empire in Africa. Also invited were Austria–Hungary, Sweden–Norway, Denmark, Italy, Turkey, and Russia who all were considered minor players. Though Italy would claim some colonial possessions in Northeast Africa. Most notably there were no Africans present at this conference, nor were any Europeans present to ensure that native Africans had any say in the proceedings. https://lnkd.in/g4sirZdE

How can we catalyze momentum among the private sector to improve the investment landscape for independent media in Central Europe? The Center for International Media Assistance and Center for International Private Enterprise are convening leading media companies, investors, and experts in Warsaw on October 30th to address this question.

🔉Read the book chapter, “Connecting Caspian and Black Sea Regions in an Era of Geopolitical Challenges” authored by Dr. Fariz Ismailzade, Vice Rector of ADA University and Director of IDD. ”Azerbaijan is interested in deeper and more inclusive cooperation in the region. For this purpose, after the successful liberation of its formerly occupied territories, Azerbaijan has offered Armenia new connectivity projects—the Zangezur transport corridor, which would be a win-win scenario for both nations and will further seal Türkiye with the South Caucasus, Central Asia, and Caspian regions.” Read the chapter in the book, “From Synergy to Strategy in the Black Sea Region. Assessing Opportunities and Challenges”. 🔗https://rb.gy/sabht0

On a panel on the Middle East tomorrow in Madrid

Amidst Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the European Union has stood strong in solidarity, offering vital assistance to Ukraine’s cultural and creative sectors. This publication highlights EU initiatives and collaborations that aid in mitigating the conflict’s impact on culture. From strategic projects responding to the crisis, to specialised training for cultural heritage professionals, this compilation showcases the EU’s commitment to fostering resilience. Explore how these endeavours contribute to Ukraine’s cultural recovery and envision a post-conflict future.

About the forum The Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) is underway on the campus of the Far Eastern Federal University in Vladivostok on September 3-6, 2024. The main theme of the EEF in 2024 is "Far East 2030. Combining strengths to create new potential." The EEF is one of the largest international conferences in Russia. It has been held in the Primorsky Region’s Russky Island in Vladivostok since 2015. The Forum is the initiative of Russian President Vladimir Putin, who decreed that the event be held annually. The forum's objectives and goals include promoting the accelerated growth of Russia’s Far East region; assessing its potential for exports; expanding international cooperation in the Asia-Pacific Region; showcasing the investment appeal of the region, its steadily progressing territories, and the Vladivostok free port. The Roscongress Foundation has served as the Forum’s organizer since 2016. (Part Two, The End) #business #finance #financialservices

How does Europe influence me? 🤔 In what ways does Europe shape our day-to-day experiences? How does it influence our work, our families, our healthcare, our leisure activities, our travels, our safety, our consumer decisions, and our social rights? Moreover, how does Europe manifest itself in our communities, cities, and regions? 🏙 As European citizens, regardless of where we live, our profession or our hobbies, the EU exerts a considerable influence on our everyday lives that many of us hardly notice. For this reason, the European Parliament has set up a platform that offers you exactly that: Easily accessible information on how Europe affects you. ▶ https://lnkd.in/daxyMDCe Explore the platform, share your perspectives, and, most importantly, participate in the upcoming election, which will take place from June 6th to 9th, 2024. 🙌

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐔 𝐞𝐧𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 – 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧”. The Open Society Foundations | Western Balkans and the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), in collaboration with the Directorate-General for Neighborhood and Enlargement Negotiations (DG NEAR) of the European Commission, will organize the 𝐂𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐬. The conference marks 20 years since Slovenia's EU membership and will bring together EESC members, civil society representatives, and government officials from #WesternBalkans and Slovenia. Key discussions will focus on: ✅ The EU accession path for the Western Balkans ✅ The crucial role of civil society in the region's socio-economic convergence with the EU 📅 Date: 24 May 2024, starting at 09.00 🌍 Join online the Civil Society High-Level Conference on the Western Balkans https://shorturl.at/PH2y9 ℹ Learn more about the agenda of the conference: https://shorturl.at/kw3K3 #EUEnlargement #WesternBalkans #CivilSociety #EESC #DGNEAR #OpenSocietyFoundationWesternBalkans #OSFWB #EU #Ljubljana2024