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[ 📃 Sharing history] The 9th of May is celebrated as Europe Day due to its connection with the historic declaration by Robert Schuman. In 1950, during a speech inspired by Jean Monnet, the French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Robert Schuman, proposed the pooling of France and the Federal Republic of Germany's coal and steel resources within an organization open to other European countries. This proposal, framed within a new political cooperation framework in Europe, aimed to render war unthinkable among European nations. Drafted in utmost secrecy, Schuman's declaration aimed to provoke a profound shift in mentalities to rally the peoples of Europe to this cause. Explore the history of the May 9th declaration in our thematic collections on the European integration process, delve into the drafting process with its nine preliminary versions, listen to the declaration and peruse international reactions to the declaration: https://lnkd.in/ggMidWiS #EuropeDay #EUHistory #Storytelling Universität Luxemburg European Parliament European Commission Anne Calteux Sam Elsey

The Treaty of Paris of 1763 and the Sykes-Picot Agreement of 1916 are two very different treaties, separated by over 150 years, that had significant impacts on the geopolitical landscape. While they are not directly related, there are some interesting parallels that can be drawn: Both treaties were negotiated and signed in Paris, France, giving the city a key role in shaping the international order at two critical junctures. The Sykes-Picot Agreement divided up the Middle East between the British and French after World War I, while the Treaty of Paris in 1763 ceded French and Spanish territories in North America to Britain after the Seven Years' War. #Treaty of Paris

Shifting Models of Sovereignty in the Pacific https://lnkd.in/g8GB7D8U The ambiguous and evolving status of the Cook Islands and Niue holds lessons for other Pacific powers. 

This morning, the Government of Canada launched its new Arctic Foreign Policy. Lisa Qiluqqi Koperqualuk, President of ICC Canada, commented on the policy in Global Affairs Canada's press release: "Effective partnerships for a stronger, flourishing Arctic rely on co-development with Inuit, whether it be at home or abroad. Removing barriers for Inuit to connect with each other across borders and strengthening institutions, including the Arctic Council, are examples of what lies ahead. The Arctic Foreign Policy and policies like it must uphold Inuit self-determination, including our full and effective participation. We look forward to the work ahead with the federal government to make this happen.” Read the press release and the new policy here: https://lnkd.in/gkb8dSb2

The Pacific Pivot: An American Strategy for the Pacific Islands https://lnkd.in/gg3pB8wK If successfully executed, U.S. national strategy in the Pacific Islands will advance a more secure, prosperous, and free region for Americans and Pacific Islanders alike.

Privileged earlier to capture some key reflections from Simon Coveney’s 4th John Hume European ‘Spirit of Peace’ Lecture at the Institute of International and European Affairs #IIEA 🌍 After introduction by former Deputy Minister and SDLP Leader Mark Durkan, Simon Coveney’s thought-provoking address pointed to key takeaways that included: 🔴 Europe at is at a Crossroads    •   With war raging in Europe again, countries like Poland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland are significantly ramping up defence spending.    •   In Ireland, there’s a critical need to engage in meaningful discussions about our role in defence and security acknowledging that while Tánaiste Michael Martin has advanced this many still feel Ireland is free loading. 🔵 A Global Crisis of Multilateralism    •   The UN remains a crucial protector of smaller nations, but its effectiveness depends on collective responsibility.    •   History seems to be repeating itself, with geopolitical and economic tensions polarising nations and eroding trust in multilateral institutions. 🟢 Ireland’s Unique Position    •   As one of the most globalised economies in Europe and indeed the world, Ireland has thrived by being an open, international hub for innovation and investment.    •   However, with globalisation in retreat and a shifting geopolitical landscape, particularly in the U.S., Ireland must prepare for a world that looks very different. 🌍 The Bigger Picture    •   The conflict in the Middle East is a profound moral crisis, with harrowing statistics highlighting the toll on children in Gaza.    •   In an increasingly transactional and polarised world, the forces of populism and division must be countered. 🔑 Lessons from John Hume. As Simon Coveney reminded us, we must honour John Hume’s legacy by championing humility, values, and constructive politics. Ireland must use its influence wisely while respecting diversity and building bridges. All in all these remarks are a stark reminder of the challenges ahead, but also of Ireland’s potential to lead with compassion, pragmatism, and purpose. The ultimate question centres on how can Ireland best navigate these turbulent times while staying true to its traditional values? #Leadership #GlobalChallenges #JohnHume #Ireland #Geopolitics #Peace

France-New Caledonia stoush over fact-finding mission A regional fact-finding mission to New Caledonia is set to be deferred, watering down hopes of a breakthrough to the political impasse at this month's Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting. Prime ministers and presidents from the region, including Anthony Albanese, are meeting in Tonga next week for the annual gathering of leaders from the blue continent. Top of the agenda is the situation in New Caledonia, which descended into violence in May following voting reforms by colonial power France. Weeks of diplomacy had resolved that the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) would send three prime ministers - of Fiji, Tonga and Cook Islands - to Noumea to discuss sensitivities with key parties. It was hoped those talks could take place prior to the PIF Leaders Meeting beginning on August 26 2024, but with just a week remaining it appears unlikely. Radio NZ and other regional outlets report tension between the governments of France and New Caledonia over the mission. Representatives of France and New Caledonia will be in Tonga, but only New Caledonia is a full PIF member and has a seat at the table for key meetings. The New Caledonian government contains pro-independence figures, including President Louis Mapou and President of the Congress Roch Wamytan. "(The) French state decided to control alone (the) subject and object of the mission as well as its future conclusion," Mr Wamytan told Radio NZ. "French state wants to see what will come out of this mission and wants the mission only to denounce the violence in New Caledonia. "We consider this as an unacceptable form of humiliation ... our Oceanian home, the PIF, cannot be so belittled. "This is the reason why President Mapou refused to endorse this backward-looking behaviour by the administrative power towards a non-self-governing territory." A source close to the French state said arrangements for the visit had been made and it remained possible this week should the parties choose. Ten people have been killed in the unrest. French President Emmanuel Macron visit in May, along with hundreds of police from mainland France to quell the disorder. 👉 Foreign interference? https://lnkd.in/edwgUg-5 👉 https://lnkd.in/ednD9ieU

The project “Defending Art: Italy and the International Security of Cultural Heritage” is premised on the assumption that the international protection of CH and its legal and political mechanisms represent relevant entry points to understand broader dynamics of world politics, such as:  📌the changing forms of conflicts and political violence;  📌the changing nature of international interventions and missions, as well as of multilateral instruments;  📌the political use and misuse of transnational identities and collective memories;  📌the relations between the military and the civilians as well as conservation professionals and humanitarian actors. We will study Italy’s model for the promotion of a global cultural heritage governance; investigate its hallmarks (how it has been developed and why according to certain principles and organisational features); and examine the strategies for its integration into Italy’s foreign policy-making and behaviour in international multilateral arenas.  Starting from a focused study on the Italian case, we will broaden the analysis to a range of cases encompassing both European and non-European contexts. In order to comparatively review and explain how different states engage with the international protection of endangered CH in third countries, we will consider four cases of recipients of conservation aid/beneficiaries of protection and reconstruction projects deployed by international donors and stakeholders: Afghanistan, Libya, Mali and Ukraine.