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Agriculture Atlas - Facts and figures on EU farming policy

Atlas

The European edition of this atlas combines elements from various already published national editions, giving both an overview of Europe as a whole as well as insights into the agricultural structures in various EU member states. This atlas aims to strengthen civil society and social movements throughout the continent, thereby advancing the ecological and social transformation in our agricultural and food systems.

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Dossier

The Ocean Atlas

Dossier

Overfishing, the loss of biodiversity, and an immense pollution – the seas are under stress. The Ocean Atlas 2017 delivers in more than 40 infographics and articles all the relevant data, facts and contexts.

Dossier

Geoengineering

Dossier

Our web dossier sheds light on the risks of geoengineering for human rights, indigenous and community rights, peace and democracy, food security, biodiversity and ecosystem integrity.

Democracy

International Politics

Publications

Gender-Based Violence in the Context of Conflict and Crisis

Factsheet

Gender-based violence is a devastating consequence of crises and conflicts, disproportionately affecting women and girls. This factsheet highlights the international dimension and the impact of declining funding for aid projects.

By Aida Fatić

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For human security in Middle East policy: Options for political action

Security, dignity, and self-determination for all people in Palestine and Israel are the basis for lasting security. An approach based on international law and feminism offers further options for action.

Tapping into the Momentum

Policy Brief

The EU and India are seeking strategic partnerships to shape a more multipolar order. The TTC offers a platform to align on key issues related to trade, digital policy, and green tech - but translating intent into impact remains a work in progress.

By Rajat Kathuria and Amaia Sánchez-Cacicedo

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Economy & Social Issues

Ecology

Education & Culture

Africa

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"It's essential for me that the audience grasps the true scale of Sudan's crisis."

Interview

In April 2023, war broke out in Sudan and is still raging - also in the capital Khartoum. A Sudanese film team captured the lives of five residents before and during the war. Their film is now showing at the Berlinale. Clara Müller spoke to them.

Asia

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Rare Earths: Why European Industries Are Dependent on Myanmar

Commentary

Almost two-thirds of the heavy rare earths dysprosium and terbium on the global market come from Myanmar. How should Germany and Europe deal with the mining of urgently needed rare earths in the civil war-torn country of Myanmar?

By Johanna Sydow

Latin America

COP30 Without the US: Climate Negotiations in Brazil Under Pressure

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Article

Brazil is positioning itself as an important player for multilateralism and international law in global crises and geopolitical upheavals. This raises high hopes for COP30 in November under the Brazilian presidency – but the challenges are also immense.

By Linda Schneider , Liane Schalatek, Marcelo Montenegro and Regine Schönenberg

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Middle East & N. Africa

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Death by Design: Capital Punishment as an Instrument of Governance and Oppression in Iran

Analysis

In the shadow of the war with Israel, the Iranian regime stepped up its internal repression and resorted to even more politically motivated executions. As long as there are no real political consequences for the regime, state violence through capital punishment will continue.

By Rezvaneh Mohammadi

North America

Europe

The Trump Administration's Brazil Tariff Offensive Targets Sovereign Responses to Big Tech

Analysis

Trump’s tariff hike on Brazil targets its digital sovereignty, pressuring it to ease Big Tech regulations. Backed by tech giants and Bolsonaro allies, the move drew backlash from Brazil’s government and civil society defending democratic control over tech platforms.

By Alexandre Arns Gonzales and Jonas Valente

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