On the Agenda: Trends That Will Define PR & Advocacy in 2026
2026 will not reward those who wait and see. PR and advocacy are shifting fast — from AI-driven storytelling and micro-targeted messaging to new rules in public trust, crisis response, and political communication. The campaigns that succeed next year will be the ones that understand the new playbook. Join Julia Kril, the Executive Director of […]
The EU Enlargement Package: Vision, Progress and Challenges Ahead
The European Commission has adopted its annual Enlargement Package, while MEPs concluded discussions on the EU’s long-term budget for the next programming period without reaching an agreement. The EU Budget in Parliament’s Crosshairs Yesterday, EU Budget Commissioner Piotr Serafin met with Members of the European Parliament to discuss the €2 trillion Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) […]
Dutch Elections: Electoral Tie and the Uncertainty That Follows
Projections from the Dutch elections are in: centrist D66 and far-right PVV both won 26 seats, ending Geert Wilders’ lead in parliament and prompting Frans Timmermans to step down after a disappointing result. The Past After the parliamentary elections held in November 2023, Geert Wilders’ Eurosceptic Party for Freedom (PVV) became the largest party in the House […]
Gaza Ceasefire Deal: What Is Next for the Middle East
In today’s newsletter, we analyse the implications of the release of hostages held by Hamas and the beginning of the ceasefire for the Middle East and Europe. Gaza Ceasefire Deal: What Is Next for the Middle East On Monday, after more than two years of captivity, the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza were finally […]
Czech Parliamentary Elections: The Grand Return of Andrej Babiš
Today, we are looking at the Czech Republic’s parliamentary elections that took place last week, as well as their potential implications for the future of the country and the EU as a whole. Czech Parliamentary Elections: The Grand Return of Andrej Babiš The political geography of Central Europe is slowly changing, and the latest news […]
Japan’s New Era of Governance: Sanae Takaichi Becomes the First Female Prime Minister
In this week’s edition, we analyse the historic appointment of Sanae Takaichi as the new Prime Minister of Japan and what can be expected in regard to the domestic policy and regional stability in East Asia. Japan’s New Era of Governance: Sanae Takaichi Becomes the First Female Prime Minister On 21 October, Sanae Takaichi was […]
UK-Greenland Deal: Securing Critical Minerals
In this week’s edition, we look into the implications of the UK’s deal with Greenland on critical materials, and what this means for the European industrial future. Enjoy! UK-Greenland Deal: Securing Critical Minerals On Wednesday, 1 October, the UK and Greenland finalised a deal on critical minerals that will allow UK companies to extract minerals […]
80 Years of the UN: Celebrating Success or Facing Challenges?
In this week’s newsletter, we take a look at the United Nations General Assembly dedicated to the organisation’s 80th anniversary – a historic event where eight European countries recognised Palestine as a state, and where Indonesia recognised Israel’s right to defend itself. Enjoy! 80 Years of the UN: Celebrating Success or Facing Challenges? On Tuesday, […]
A Misguided Approach: Europe and Israel
Earlier this week, the European Commission unveiled its plan to impose sanctions on Israel due to the humanitarian situation in Gaza. The implications are far-reaching, affecting not only Israel, but also Europe and its security. Let’s dive into it. A Misguided Approach: Europe and Israel In recent days, tensions between Europe and Israel have escalated, […]
Xi – Modi: friends for a day
In today’s newsletter, we analyse the results of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting and what it means for Europe’s global initiatives. Enjoy! Xi – Modi: friends for a day The meeting between the Chinese President Xi Jinping and the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Tianjin, which was held just a few days ago, has […]