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Germany and Uzbekistan

New Impetus for a Strategic Partnership

On the state visit of Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to Uzbekistan on 17 and 18 June 2026

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Power Shift in Colombia

Narrow Election Result Reveals Deep Political Divide

It remains to be seen whether the law-and-order lawyer can successfully transform from an aggressive campaigner into an inclusive statesman.

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The Ankara Summit and NATO’s Southern Neighbourhood

Partnerships in a Changing Strategic Environment

Ahead of the upcoming NATO Summit in Ankara, the Alliance’s Southern Neighbourhood is once again expected to feature promi-nently on the political agenda.

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Focus on digital agreements, economic dialogue and security

Deepening the Partnership at the 11th EU–Korea Summit

The summit constitutes another building block in the EU’s broader efforts to deepen partnerships with like-minded countries and to enhance its own resilience.

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Neuseeland gegen Iran, Fußballspiel bei der FIFA-Weltmeisterschaft IMAGO / Photosport NZ
A Summer Fairytale with Stumbling Blocks?

Background and Analysis on the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States

The 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico: heavily politicised – yet enthusiasm has so far remained surprisingly muted, particularly in the USA.

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Mann in Anzug spricht an einem Rednerpult im Freien bei Dämmerung IMAGO / Aton Chile
Disillusionment rather than a new beginning

100 days of the Kast government in Chile

The promised reforms are slow in coming, and the government has already had to weather its first cabinet crisis.

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Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer on Europe, Ukraine, and Transatlantic Relations

Between Russian aggression and geopolitical change: Europe is seeking answers to new security challenges.

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South Africa between Polarisation and Populism

South Africa is undergoing a political transformation. Populism, polarization, and coalition politics are reshaping democracy. What does this mean for Africa's future?

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After 16 years of Orbán: Can Magyar reinvent Hungary?

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Global Trade Hubs: The Power of Trade Routes and Raw Materials

Trade routes, raw materials, and supply chains are increasingly becoming instruments of geopolitical power. Just how vulnerable is Europe’s economy?

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Between loss of power, populism and new responsibilities: Europe’s political centre under pressure

In conversation with Klaus Welle, Chair of the Academic Council of the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies and former Secretary-General of the European Parliament.

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Latin America’s Party Landscape Shifts to the Right

Latin America is experiencing a political shift to the right. Following the ousting of several left-wing governments, right-wing populist forces are now dominating the region.

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Between escalation and containment—where is the conflict with Iran headed?

The conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran continues to escalate. Military attacks and political objectives are intertwined—with repercussions reaching as far as Europe.

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Conflict and control: Jihadists, military regimes and international interests in the Sahel region

Military regimes are consolidating their power, while international players such as the USA, Russia, Turkey and the Gulf states are systematically expanding their influence.

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Drones, AI, and a New Era – Ulrike Franke on the Future of Warfare

Drones, data, and AI are transforming warfare. Dr. Ulrike Franke explains what lessons the war in Ukraine holds for European security and military innovation.

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Backing with Side Effects: Israel’s View of Trump 2.0

The second administration of Donald Trump reshapes US–Israel ties, prompting debate over policy shifts, regional security and rising political divides

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East Central and Southeast Europe: Political and Social Impact One Year After the Start of Russia's War of Aggression against Ukraine

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