Myanmar’s Natural Resources: Blessing or Curse? Myanmar’s progress since the 2010 general elections has been astounding, with political transition greatly encouraging citizens and international diplomatic and investment communities. The diplomatic climate for Myanmar has changed dramatically as a result and sanctions have been eased progressively. By David Allen and Rainer Einzenberger
Europe on the Move “Because Europe’s not always in good working order, some demand less of it. We, on the other hand, want more Europe!” At the conference “Europe's Future – Europe’s Young Generation” young Europeans came together to discuss deficits and options of an Europe based on solidarity. By Cornelius Wüllenkemper
"Multilateralism is not a threat to sovereignty, it is its modern expression" Speech High multipolarity, low multilateralism: In a world in crisis, María Fernanda Espinosa challenges our assumptions, critiques the global financial architecture, and offers a bold vision for the future of the United Nations. By Maria Fernanda Espinosa
13th European History Forum: Commemoration in Disruptive Times Conference Report The 13th edition of its European History Forum was held under the title: “80 Years of Narratives about the End of the Second World War”. How is the pivotal year 1945 remembered in the countries of Eastern and Southeastern Europe? By Marion Kraske
COP29: Baku Dossier The 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024 under the motto “In Solidarity for a Green World”. This dossier contains analyses and comments on the most important negotiating points.
Disruption Is a Job Description for All of Us Speech Global power is fracturing, demographics are diverging, and trade is no longer a win-win game. Carlos Lopes outlines why aid is outdated, AI is unequal, and multilateralism is on life support – and what that means for a world in flux. By Carlos Lopes
As Gaza is devastated, so is international law President's column The destruction of Gaza is not only a humanitarian catastrophe, but also a violation of international law. Germany and the EU must finally leverage all the means at their disposal to stand up for human rights. By Imme Scholz
Trump's Budget: Climate Losses, Welfare Cuts, and More Deportations Analysis The Trump Administration’s new budget law is a back door to implementing major portions of the MAGA agenda. It could become one of the most destructive, anti-climate, anti-poor, and anti-working class pieces of legislation in US history. By Teresa Eder, Drew Mitnick, Katharina Obser, Brendan O'Donnell, Carl Roberts and Hannah Winnick
COP30 in Brazil: Climate Change and the Point of No Return Analysis Climate governance has been captured by solutions that involve the financialization of nature. The first COP in the Amazon is an opportunity to face the impacts of these projects, betting on the rights and territorial sovereignty of Amazonian populations. By Camila Moreno