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The EU and the Red Sea: Now This Is Geopolitics
The EU is preparing to launch a maritime operation to protect commercial shipping in the Red Sea from attacks by the Houthis from Yemen. A welcome and necessary decision; and […]
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Beyond the Frontline Roar: Understanding Russia’s Societal Whispers
Last December, we published a paper highlighting that, even for Russia, time is not unlimited in the war in Ukraine. Beyond the facade of regained confidence and the retaking of […]
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Observateurs internationaux et élections en République Démocratique du Congo
Le 20 décembre 2023 les citoyens congolais ont voté pour désigner leur président ainsi que leurs représentants à l’Assemblée nationale, dans les assemblées provinciales, et dans les conseils municipaux. *****
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Time and again, Europe experiences how China uses its Economic Power for Geopolitical Purposes
In Dubai, Europe proudly presented itself as the leading ambassador of the climate. Its objectives are globally among the most decisive and ambitious. Europe’s performance at the COP28, however, conceals […]
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D-Day in Kinshasa
Today is voting day in Kinshasa. While it is very likely that incumbent President Tshisekedi will be proclaimed the winner, the question is at what cost. *****
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Ukraine: We are at a ‘Demosthenes moment’ in Europe
Alarm bells are ringing. While Ukrainian forces are struggling on the frontline, unequipped for a long war of attrition, Russia is cranking up its arms production, Europe is falling behind […]