Publications

Odyssey of Courage

Nyakueth's Migration Story

The Republic of South Sudan and a significant part of Northern Uganda share a long and tumultuous history of violence. The two regions have borne the brunt of decades-long armed conflicts that have left thousands of the inhabitants displaced. Although the neighbouring governments have brokered peace deals with dissidents, they have also at times supported guerrilla movements fighting against each other.

Political Thought Nr.70

The Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Institute for Democracy "Societas Civilis" from Skopje would like to present you the 70th issue of the journal “Political Thought”

2025 Dialogue on ASEAN Maritime Security

KAS Philippines is honored to have participated in the recently concluded 2025 Dialogue on ASEAN Maritime Security (DAMS), held from 21-23 May at Conrad Manila.

Parliamentary elections in Portugal

Continuity and turning point

Portugal has voted for the third time in just three years. Although the Portuguese were tired of voting, voter turnout only fell by 1.6%, probably also thanks to repeated appeals from President Rebelo de Sousa for voting. The moderate center-right alliance Aliança Democrática under the leadership of Prime Minister Luis Montenegro won the elections with a relative majority, which makes the continuation of his minority government likely. In this respect, there is continuity. However, the collapse of the Socialist Party PS and the strong rise of the right-wing populist party Chega must be seen as a turning point. Chega even moved into second place. Nevertheless, Portugal will remain a stable political EU partner.

Just How American Is the American Pope?

U.S. Reactions to the Election of Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV.

The election was a surprise: for the first time in the history of the Catholic Church, there is a Pope from the USA. Leo XIV was born in Chicago, lived in Peru for a long time and most recently worked in Rome. For Catholics in the USA, his election is a gift - and a challenge.

Morocco’s Defense Modernization: Strategic Investments in Security

Check out now our second report from Morocco Radar!

Estado Social: Orígenes, límites y desafíos

El autor Eugenio Yáñez aborda el tema del Estado social y reflexiona sobre algunas lecciones para Chile.

Third EU-AU ministerial meeting in Brussels

New impetus for the anniversary?

On May 21, the foreign ministers of the European Union and the African Union met for the third time in Brussels. The aim of the meeting was to take stock of the progress made since the sixth EU-AU summit in February 2022 [1] . Both sides also wanted to explore how the partnership can be further deepened in the face of global challenges. The adopted declaration gives an idea of the potential for cooperation. However, it cannot hide existing differences on key issues such as migration. To ensure that cooperation is not limited to solemn declarations and ambitious announcements at summit meetings, it was agreed to set up a monitoring mechanism.

German Basic Law Day – 76 Years of Constitutional Democracy

Germany’s Constitution remains a symbol of freedom, dignity, and the rule of law

On 23 May, we mark the anniversary of Germany’s Basic Law – a foundation of post-war democratic reconstruction and Konrad Adenauer’s enduring European vision.

OAS: New Secretary General caught between political polarisation and financial hardship

Albert Ramdin, Foreign Minister of Suriname, is the new Secretary General of the Organisation of American States

On 10 March 2025, Albert Ramdin, Foreign Minister of Suriname, was elected as the new Secretary General of the Organisation of American States (OAS). His election marks the first time that a representative of the Caribbean states has held this office, which is considered a historic step for the OAS. Until now, the Caribbean was unable to assert itself among the politically much stronger states of the mainland with its candidate proposals. Ramdin will take over from Uruguay's Luis Almagro on 25 May 2025 and will hold the office until 2030. With a view to his upcoming term of office, three points are likely to become more relevant: Firstly, dealing with the ideological dichotomy between a left-wing and a market-liberal camp within the OAS; secondly, stabilising the organisation's finances; and thirdly, focusing more attention on the Caribbean.