EU: Political commitment crucial for successful European Media Freedom Act
The Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) partners today welcome the historic entry into force of the European Media Freedom Act…
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Build, Buy, or Blend? Europe must make a defense decision for strategic autonomy.
European defense leaders are confronting a historic moment of change in their security environment. In the past, Europe has been…
A Coalition of the Willing for Ukraine: Europe tries to return to the negotiations table
The new buzzword in European defense is the “coalition of the willing”. Proposed by France and the United Kingdom in…
CPI 2024 for Western Europe & EU: Leaders’ hollow efforts cause worsening corruption levels
In fragile times, Europe’s ability to combat corruption is falling short, hindering the bloc’s response to challenges that range from…
DRI Statement on Platforms Reducing Commitments Ahead of Strengthened Code of Conduct on Disinformation
On 22 January, the European Commission published updated subscription documents by major platforms on the Code of Practice on Disinformation.…
EU: Human rights must guide the Commission’s upcoming AI Act implementation
On 11 December 2024, the European Commission’s consultation on its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act guidelines closed. These guidelines will determine…
A Protection Mechanism for Human Rights Defenders and Civil Society Organisations in Europe
The European Partnership for Democracy and an informal coalition* of Civil Society Organisations led by Civil Society Europe and the…
A cross-party partnership strengthens women in local politics
A cross-political partnership between six Danish parties and their international partners will strengthen women’s influence and representation in local politics.…
EU as a fundamental step towards strengthen democracy in North Macedonia
Insights into North Macedonia’s path towards EU integration: A Q&A with Monika Zajkova, President of the Liberal Democratic Party and…
Building Resilience Against Election Influence Operations: Preparing for the European Elections in 2024 and Beyond
In 2024, nearly half of the world’s population is heading to the polls. One of the biggest of these contests…