Addressing the Environmental and Humanitarian Challenges of Landmines
On 4th July 2024, a significant conference titled “Confronting the Landmine Challenge: Environmental Implications and Policy Responses” was held at the VUB Etterbeek Campus in Brussels, drawing together experts, diplomats, and stakeholders from various nations to deliberate on these pressing issues.
EU 14th Sanctions Package: A New Chapter for EU Businesses in Sanctions Compliance
On 25 June, the European Union implemented its 14th sanctions package targeting Russia, marking a significant shift in its strategy to undermine Russia’s economy through restrictive measures. This latest package includes unprecedented sanctions on Russian gas, alongside new sectoral restrictions and prohibitions on transactions and services. The primary aim is to tackle and prevent sanctions evasion, thereby strengthening compliance and enforcement efforts.
The Strategic and Economic Implications of Ukraine’s EU Accession
In a recent report titled “The Benefits and Opportunities of Ukraine’s EU Accession: The Strategic and Economic Implications of Ukraine’s EU Accession,” issued by the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, the prospect of Ukraine joining the European Union emerges as a pivotal development with profound implications for Europe’s geopolitical landscape, particularly as the EU prepares to commence membership talks with Moldova and Ukraine on 25th June 2024.
Cooperation with Kazakhstan Discussed at the Council of Europe
On Thursday, amidst the proceedings of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, France, an insightful event delving into the “Experience and Perspectives of Cooperation between Kazakhstan and the Council of Europe Parliamentary Assembly” took place, marking the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Cooperation Agreement between the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and PACE.
Unveiling Russia’s Enforced Disappearances: Ukrainian Delegation Chair Urges International Action
At the recent Conference at the Council of Europe (CoE) titled “Victims of Enforced Disappearances: how Russia captures Ukrainian civilians and violates international law,” Maria Mezentseva, Chairperson of the Ukrainian delegation to the CoE, shed light on the harrowing reality faced by Ukrainian civilians.
EU Today & QuestComms.eu Conference: Navigating Nuclear Diplomacy: Challenges and Priorities for Europe
In the midst of escalating tensions and geopolitical challenges, Europe finds itself at a critical juncture in navigating the complex terrain of nuclear diplomacy.
Exploring Ukrainian Business Integration with EU Experts
This week we had a very productive meeting with Marcin Nowacki, co-chair of the EU-Ukraine Civil Society Platform at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels, and Oleksandr Kamenets, representative of the Ukrainian League of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs.
EIAS Briefing Seminar explores the future of EU-Sri Lanka relations
The European Institute of Asian Studies (EIAS), in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka, hosted a thought-provoking seminar titled “EU-Sri Lanka Relations: Potential for Stronger Ties and New Economic Opportunities – A Vision for Sri Lanka.”
Davos 2024: Ukraine’s Resilience Takes Center Stage Amid Global Diplomacy
Every year, Davos, a tranquil Swiss ski resort, becomes the epicentre of global dialogue and decision-making as it hosts the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting.
Unprecedented Third Term Victory for DPP: Taiwan Elects Lai Ching-te Amidst Rising Tensions
Taiwan has made history by electing Lai Ching-te as its president, marking an unprecedented third consecutive term for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).
