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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.
Prevention, Prevention, Prevention
Reviewing the Japanes-German Security Dialogue Track 2023
What challenges will the German-Japanese partnership encounter in the coming years, and how can both countries cooperate to champion these?
Redefining Global Polarity
How the Ukraine-Russia Conflict Challenges Traditional Western Dominance
1.Main question: How is the Ukraine-Russia conflict reshaping global power dynamics and challenging traditional Western dominance? 2.Argument: The war has exposed the limits of Western economic power, reduced its diplomatic influence, and highlighted the emergence of a multipolar world, where rising powers like China, India, and the Global South are gaining prominence. 3.Conclusion: The conflict accelerates the West's decline in global hegemony, as non-Western powers assert their autonomy.
Road to COP28
What can we expect?
The upcoming COP28 Conference in Dubai should be watched closely as it could provide new directions for a more climate-friendly future.
Russia House
Lynchpin for Russian influence in Germany
A publication by OSINT for Ukraine has revealed connections between the Russian state-run “Russia House” in Berlin and the German AfD.
Serbia at a Crossroad
Democratic concerns, geopolitical balancing and the EU's role
Serbia's democratic backsliding is a cause for concern, given its crucial role in maintaining stability across the broader Balkan region.
Shaping Policy for Tomorrows's Transatlantic Challenges
Insights from the European Student Conference
AN EPIS delegation attended the European Student Conference 2024 and received an award for their policy memo on transatlantic security.
Skills are Everything
Insights from the European Conference on skills in the defence sector
The leak in the STEM pipe poses a major challenge to Europe's defence sector. How should this problem be fixed?
Stop Worrying and Love the Missile
The hesitation of Western decision-makers to deliver certain weapons to Ukraine plays into Putin’s hand and hurts the Ukrainian war efforts.
Sudan’s Civil War
A battleground for UAE’s ambitions
1. What drives the UAE’s engagement in Sudan? 2. The UAE is prioritizing its own strategic and economic interests 3. There is a need for a strategic and coordinated European response.
Sweden in NATO
Exploring the Future of Defense AI
Sweden's accession to NATO will bring about contributions of AI technology in the defence sector.
The Baltic States
Key facilitators for European integration in the eastern neighbourhood
The Baltic States offer vital lessons to Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia on their EU path, guiding them towards deeper European integration.
The Conflict in Myanmar is Escalating
The Military Junta of Myanmar is Facing Many Problems, From Diplomacy to Military
The main question is what lies in the future ahead for Myanmar. For it I make a comparison with the conflict in the Congo back in the 90s as well as see the different position of foreign actors. My conclusion is that the military might lose power but that wont necearily bring peace to region.
The Counterweight
A New Era of European-Indian relationships
India's significance for the European Union is steadily rising. Yet, human rights concerns and Delhi's ambiguous stance pose a challenge.
The EU's Role as a Security Actor and its Impact on its Identity
Did the EU forget about its values?
As global security threats rise, the EU is at a crossroads between upholding its liberal roots or embracing defence.
The European Chips Act
A strategic move towards semiconductor autonomy
Amidst the semiconductor shortage, the EU aims to step up and become a chip leader using the Chips Act.
The European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI)
A milestone for a common European air defense?
The European Sky Shield Initiative - an enhancement of Europe's air defence or the catalyst for heightened tensions?
The Fall Policy Convention
London
Our delegation to the Transatlantic Leaders Fellowsip Programme recaps their experience at the Fall Policy Convention in London.
The Impact of Private Tech Companies on Cyberwar
The significance of the digital realm has increased in international conflicts - and with it, too, the impact of private tech companies.
The Importance of Civil Defence in a Society
What can Sweden learn from civil defense in Ukraine
Sweden must recognise civil defence as not only about preparing for ongoing conflicts but also developing resilience for future challenges.
The Importance of Local Knowledge Production for African Rising Powers
Education in Africa must challenge colonial frameworks, promote independence, and amplify local voices for inclusive global representation.
