Publications

Enduring Partnership or Ambitious Agenda?

Read the article by Dr. Lilit Klein, Insights into International Order from Canada and the EU’s Security and Defence Partnership.

Take a look at what drives this unprecedented security cooperation between two prominent middle powers, and what insights does it offer into an evolving international order shaped by changing strategic commitments?

Putin visits New Delhi

Between photo shoot and unpleasant topics

On December 4, Russian ruler Putin is expected in New Delhi for the first time since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine. India and Russia are linked by a long-standing friendship, but for the Modi administration, this state visit is not a matter of course. As the world's largest democracy and emerging world power, India must be concerned about its international reputation while keeping its own interests in relation to Russia in mind. For Putin, there is an opportunity in India to present himself on the international stage and demonstrate his ability to act

What's next for Morocco after the UN Security Council vote on Resolution 2797 ?

Our seventh Morocco Radar report explores how UN Resolution 2797 marks a decisive turning point in Morocco’s international standing.

Clauspeter Hill in der Stiftung

Im Rahmen eines dreitägigen Arbeitsbesuches in Sofia führte Clauspeter Hill u.a. ein Gespräch in der Deutsch-Bulgarischen Industrie- und Handelskammer (DBIHK) über die Einführung des Euros und die Situation der Wirtschaft in Bulgarien und Deutschland.

South Africa’s G20 Presidency

A Signal for Multilateralism

The South African G20 summit was a prestige boost for the country at the Cape. South Africa proved itself a capable host, a skilful negotiator, and a determined advocate of multilateral solutions. However, the presidency faced the challenge that the United States, in particular, increasingly boycotted the format over the course of 2025 and stayed away from the summit itself. In addition, new developments in the war in Ukraine as well as the sobering outcome of the COP30 negotiations shaped international reporting and overshadowed the summit.

The Nexus Between Climate Change, Labour Migration, And Radicalisation Among Tajik Labour Migrants

RUSI Project Report

This report examines the interplay between climate change, labour migration, and radicalisation among Tajik labour migrants. As Tajikistan grapples with the dual pressures of environmental degradation and socio-economic challenges, understanding these dynamics has never been more critical.

Navigating Multipolarity: Southeast Europe in the EU’s China Strategy

Research paper

by Ana Krstinovska, Plamen Tonchev, Stefan Vladisavljev and Zlatko Simonovski

The 2025 Chiang Mai Mayoral Election

Case Studies on Candidates, Campaigning, and Changes in Thailand’s Local Elections and Decentralisation

One key aspect of political decentralisation in Thailand is through local elections. Municipal elections, particularly at the level of city municipalities, are significant and highly competitive. Chiang Mai Municipality holds historical significance as it was the first city municipality in Thailand, established in 1935. Regarding budget, the projected revenue for Chiang Mai Municipality from fiscal years 2023 to 2025 is 1.6 billion, 1.8 billion, and 1.9 billion Baht, respectively. When compared to the provincial budget, in fiscal year 2023, Lamphun Provincial Administrative Organisation had a total revenue of 394 million baht, which is approximately four times less than that of Chiang Mai Municipality (Lamphun Provincial Administrative Organisation, 2022). Given this budgetary significance of Chiang Mai Municipality and the involvement of national politics in local elections, this research implemented by research team at the Faculty of Political Science and Public Administration of Chiang Mai University with the support of KAS seeks to examine candidate selection processes, election campaigns, political family influence in Chiang Mai, and voter decision-making factors in the 2025 Chiang Mai mayoral election. This study aims to contribute to the broader understanding of decentralisation in Thailand with Chiang Mai as a case study.

Die Chance, Chancen zu schaffen: Ideen aus und für die Bildung

Publikation

Ein Werk, herausgegeben vom Lehrstuhl Andrés Bello der Katholischen Universität Andrés Bello in Zusammenarbeit mit der Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung in Venezuela. Dieses Buch lädt dazu ein, Bildung als zentrales Element für den Aufbau eines gerechteren Landes mit mehr Möglichkeiten zu betrachten. Die Chance, Chancen zu schaffen vereint Reflexionen und Vorschläge, die dazu inspirieren, die Schule in einen Raum zu verwandeln, in dem jeder Mensch sein Potenzial entfalten kann.

„America First“ verändert den Welthandel

Trump’s Trade Policy and Its Impact on Transatlantic Relations

After more than a century of U.S. policy centered on free trade, the Trump administration has significantly shifted the country’s position in the global economy by renegotiating trade agreements and imposing comprehensive tariffs. The goal is to revive U.S. industrial production. Yet rising tariffs risk burdening businesses and consumers while straining relations with key allies. (Report in German)