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Weekly perspectives on current topics
The Format Groups Blog – A weekly series of opinionated briefs (500-1000 words) discussing current issues in foreign affairs and security policy. Topics range from geopolitical analysis and international conflict to diplomatic strategies and global governance. The format presents well-researched, succinct insights to engage both academic and general audiences in timely security policy discussions.
Beyond Borders?
On the feasibility of external processing of asylum claims
Has Giorgia Meloni set a precedent in Europe? A critical view on the Italy-Albania Migration Deal and its implications for the EU.
BRICS plus Six
A serious threat to Western hegemony
The BRICS countries and other emerging economies confidently demonstrated their will to challenge the West. Will their endeavour succeed?
Building Bridges
Insights from the German-Korean Junior Forum 2023
This year's German-Korean Junior Forum privded an excellent opportunity for young people from both countries to discuss various issues.
Cable Sabotage in the Celtic Sea
Ireland's mandate to protect its underwater infrastructure
Main question: How should Ireland cope with sabotage risks of its underwater infrastructure? Argument: Ireland should invest more in protecting its subsea infrastructure from sabotage by adversaries. Conclusion: The Irish government must modernize its outdated naval services so that Ireland’s adversaries refrain from sabotaging underwater infrastructure in Irish waters.
Changing Strategy in Space
Unleashing Europe's potential
With the renewal of European space cooperation, private investment in space will accelerate economic growth and bring security advantages.
China's Approach to the New War in the Middle East
China's current Gaza policy might be helping its stakeholders to criticise the USA but in the long term, it can lead to self-damage.
Chinese Standards 2035
The new outlet for Chinese economic expansion
China Standards 2035' shapes the PRC's futures fostering economic isolationism and political assertiveness.
Collaboration is Everything
Insights from the MSC@Amerikahaus - Emerging Leaders
MSC@Amerikahaus showcased discussions on vital security issues and strategies for Germany and NATO amidst ongoing crises.
Correspondence from Brussels TEPSA's #RADARisinfo Conference
Strategies to address fake news were the focal point of #RADARisinfo conference organised by TEPSA.
Correspondence from the Riga Conference
European security between pragmatism and pessimism
Which security challenges will Europe face in the coming years? Antonia Pup has attended the Riga Conference and shares her insights.
Cyber Security as a Cost-Inefficient Game
In cybersecurity, there's no "winning." Instead, organisations must strive for effective cyber protection to ensure long-term growth.
Cyber-Insecurity: Regulating the Future
How can we secure ourselves against the vulnerabilities of everyday devices?
1. In the aftermath of the Lebanon pager explosions, how can we be sure of ourselves against the threat of cyber attacks as individuals? 2. Through understanding crisis points such as CrowdStrike outage, it is possible to analyse the vulnerabilities we have in the modern world. All these accidents prove that states, organisations and individuals all have vulnerabilities. 3. Against the vulnerabilities, we need to push our policy makers to develop resilience policies.
European Peacebuilding
When's South- Asia going to learn?
Which lessons can nations in South Asia learn from the European process of peacebuilding and reconciliation?
European Soft Power after Gaza
EU countries support Israels campaign in Gaza, critics argue that this leads to a loss in Soft Power
The article concers itself with Europe and the European response to the war in Gaza. It argues that the almost universal European support for israel has damaged it´s ability for diplomacy in many parts in the world. The conclusion drawn is that European standing in the world has been damaged in a time that calls for unity and projection of values
European Union of Defence
Why the European Christian-Democrats are betting on the wrong Horse
The EPP proposes a dedicated Defense Minister for the EU, facing challenges of defence spending and divergent threat perceptions.
Europeans Role in Transatlantic Security
From dependency to strengh
For long, Brussels has enjoyed protection from Washington's security umbrella. Time has come for Europe to take a more independent stance.
Flying the Flag
Is the EU finally Taking Up Responsibility in Indo-Pacific Maritime Security?
The EU's role in Indo-Pacific security is evolving, marked by updated strategies and increased naval engagement to address emerging threats.
From Combat Zones to Climate Zones
A common security threat
International cooperation is vital for establishing and enforcing military capabilities to protect against global climate threats.
From Honor to Unrest
How Bangladesh's quota system fuels the student protests
The Bangladeshi student protests against the quota system highlight deep-seated issues of inequality and high youth unemployment.
Geopolitics and the World's Ecosystem
Geopolitics should encompass human impact on ecosystems, enabling more effective environmental protection.
