Countless scientists and experts have warned that solar geoengineering would give emitters an excuse not to end their fossil-fuel addictions and cause far-reaching unintended consequences.

Major industry players are working together to create a voluntary global standard that can certify minerals as responsibly produced. But such a framework would consolidate the power and influence of these mining giants and allow them to act with impunity.

The pursuit of food sovereignty in Palestine is a profound act of agency and a demand for food justice. It is rooted in agroecology and the control of local natural resources to achieve self-sufficiency.

Climate and species protection is indispensable – and costs money. Germany must not shirk its responsibilities in these areas by invoking the debt brake. Sources of financing are available – the next federal government should use them.

The migration agreement between Germany and Georgia has been in place since December 2023, and Georgia has been considered a safe country of origin for just as long. However, the increasingly repressive policies in Tbilisi make it necessary to rethink the German view of the country.

A look at the current situation of civil society in Afghanistan and potential approaches for international support.

With their cheerful music, Banda Comunale has been getting under the skin of Neo-Nazis in Saxony for over 20 years. Most recently, the brass band has played mostly in support of democratic alliances in rural areas of Saxony. Can they make a difference?

Rosa Balfour, Director of Carnegie Europe, attributes the rise of the far right not only to major issues such as the consequences of globalization and the spread of disinformation but also to a much more «banal» cause: the strained relationship between citizens and the institutions of representative democracy.

The German Bundestag has established a parliamentary committee to evaluate mistakes made during Germany’s 20-year engagement in Afghanistan. One thing is certain: From the outset, the goals of democracy building were set too optimistically and without regard for the cultural and social realities of the country. But there are also positives.

They fight against corruption, social inequality, or climate change: Social movements have taken on a key role in political change worldwide. How can international donor organizations support these movements?