European Student Think Tank

📘 Our new publication ‘America First 2.0 - the new Trump administration and the next four years’ is out now! ♟️ ⚖️   With #DonaldTrump's return to the White House as U.S. President, we are excited to present our latest work, focused on exploring the relationship between the EU and the new US administration.     The work includes analyses of specific EU countries, geographic areas, and international organisations outlining the impacts on:  🔹NATO and security: With the return of Trump's ‘’America First‘’ policies, Europe faces uncertainty over #USdefencecommitments. Will the EU strengthen its strategic autonomy?  🔹Political relations: #Populist leaders such as Marine Le Pen and Viktor Orbán are growing in popularity, multiplying divisions within the EU.  🔹Economic challenges: Tariffs, inflation and the energy crisis. Are Trump's policies putting a strain on #US-EUtrade relations?    Thanks to the impressive work of our writers and editors, this volume examines crucial aspects of the future of the EU and international organisations in an increasingly polarised and complex world.    ✍ Manal Mouaid, Zuzanna Miernik, Alexandra Sima, Paola Testa, Camilla Cialone, Miguel Toscano, Francesco Palmieri, Ntina Manoli, Emma de Gabriele, Hayrunnisa Çelik 👉 Read it here: https://lnkd.in/ekJdUDmU

What effects did reunification have on women's caregiving responsibilities in East Germany? Women still had to shoulder the "double burden" of unpaid caregiving and paid labour, even though the GDR encouraged them to enter the workforce. Care arrangements changed after 1990 as a result of market-driven policies, which frequently made gender inequality worse. The impact of changing economic systems on care policy and women's labour, both historically and currently, is examined in our most recent research paper. ✍ Bianca Emanueli, Deputy Head Gender Equality WG, Malaika Afridi, Pauline Huillard, Camilla Winterhager 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e9XdRHAy

✍ This infographic, created by Camilla Cialone, examines how U.S. policies from 2016 onward influenced Italy’s trade relations, political discourse, and global positioning. From tariffs affecting key exports to shifts in nationalist rhetoric, these dynamics shaped Italy’s economic strategies and policy debates. Discussions on immigration, human rights, and environmental policies also evolved in response to broader global trends. As Italy adapted to changing international priorities, its approach to trade, governance, and sustainability reflected both challenges and opportunities in an interconnected world. 🌐

🌍❄️ Join us for an insightful webinar on The Future of Arctic Governance: Balancing Strategic Interests and Environmental Challenges! How is the Arctic's evolving security landscape shaping global powers' strategies? What role does the EU play through Greenland? Hear from experts Claude Véron-Réville, Jakob Henius, and Laurent Mayet as they tackle these critical questions. 🗓️ March 26, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM CET on Zoom. Register now (link in bio)! #Arctic #EUExternalAction #Environment #Defense #Security

The relationship between the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) and the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) remains a key issue in European fundamental rights protection. While both courts influence each other’s case law, tensions persist regarding legal autonomy, particularly following the CJEU’s rejection of the EU’s accession to the ECHR. ⚖️🇪🇺 This article examines the principles governing their interaction, the selective use of ECtHR jurisprudence, and the legal uncertainties that arise. Read the full analysis to understand the evolving dynamics of European human rights law. ✍ Author: Guillermo Arranz Sánchez 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/evp9n_U3

🕊️ Can understanding conflict narratives shape peace and transform conflict? At #EYE2025, our workshop "The Power of Scriptwriting: Raising Awareness of Conflict Narratives" will explore how understanding the internal narratives of conflict through scriptwriting can foster empathy, a powerful tool for advancing the peacemaking process. 💡🫂 Learn more in the graphic below! ⬇️ #YouthForPeace #ConflictResolution #Storytelling

In today's infographic, we go over some key takeaways from last February's Munich Security Conference. Want to learn about the latest developments and discussions on security? Swipe right to learn more! 🔎 By Miguel Toscano #MunichSecurityConference #EUSecurity #Defence

This article evaluates legislative attempts at combatting rising digital hate speech. It finds that digital hate speech regulation is an important symbol of our communal values. On the contrary, the research highlights that hate speech regulation without addressing: digital architecture, a clear definition of hate speech, and taking into account perceptions, fails to adequately balance an individual's right to freedom of expression with attempts to stem hateful views. ✍  Imogen Raleigh, WG Human Rights 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dmaND2AP

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With the conclusion of the COP29 negotiations a few months ago, it is time to explore the results achieved and the implications for European Union (EU) climate policy. ♻️🌱 This article focuses on the decision-making procedures of the COP, specifically explaining the EU's negotiating mandate, and analysing in detail the outcomes of COP29 and its implications for the EU's international climate leadership. 🌍 📝 Author: Pola Zabuska 📚 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_T76gNw