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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

A huge thank you to all our partners and guests who made this month so intellectually stimulating. We are already looking forward to what April has in store!

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🔹 March 30: Closing the month with the Gnosis Institute team with General Director Erik Molnár Jr. and Head of Research Anna Orosz, exploring new perspectives of cooperation with a specific focus on the Energy Forum 2026.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🔹 March 19: A productive visit to the Lithuanian Embassy for an enlightening meeting with Ambassador Lina Rukštelienė. 🔹 March 25: A deep dive into historical memory and justice with Alexander Schneidmesser from the Claims Conference.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🔹 March 9: An honor to welcome Doina Cajvaneanu, Minister-Counsellor at the Romanian Embassy, to discuss deepening ties within the Danube region. 🔹 March 16: A valuable change of insights with Igor Kogut from the Ukrainian Parliamentary Institute.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

It was a pleasure meeting with Veton Zekolli, Executive Director of the European Fund for the Balkans who was joined by Samir Beharić from the Balkans in Europe Policy Advisory Group and Ivan Blazevic, who leads the Engaged Democracy Initiative Programme.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🔹 March 4: Kicking things off with the European Fund for the Balkans (EFB), discussing shared visions for regional stability.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

A look back at the meaningful connections and expert dialogues that defined this month:

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

March Melanges at IDM! 💻 Our meetings this month have been a whirlwind of insightful exchange! At the Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe (IDM), we believe the best ideas are brewed over great conversation.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

For more information and to register please check our website at www.idm.at/events. And don’t forget to register for our newsletter!

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Events - IDM

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

On 22 April, we’ll be presenting Werner Anzenberger’s new book “Aufbruch ins Innere Europas. Von Hesse bis Handke”, before wrapping up the month the way we started it - with the 2026 Hungarian parliamentary elections, this time in the form of a follow-up.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

But the next parliamentary elections in our region are coming up soon: the Bulgarian parliamentary elections event will be held on 15 April in collaboration with the Renner Institute and Campus Tivoli.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

We’re kicking off the new month with the presentation of the S Hungarian Scenarios for the 2026 parliamentary elections by IDM Director Sebastian Schäffer and IDM Research Associate Péter Techet on 1 April.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

📢 April is almost here – Check out our upcoming events! IDM is looking forward to another month full of exciting events and fascinating insights.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

You can also read the publication on our website: www.idm.at/en/scenarios...

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Scenarios for the 2026 Hungarian Parliamentary Elections - IDM

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

If you are in Vienna on 1 April 2026 at 16:00, join us at IDM (Hahngasse 6, 1090 Vienna), where we will present and discuss these scenarios in person. Information is available via the link in the comments: www.idm.at/events/new-s...

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New Study: Scenarios Following the Hungarian Parliamentary Elections - IDM

April 1, 2026 @ 16:00 - 17:30 - New Study: Scenarios Following the Hungarian Parliamentary Elections 01 April 2026 16:00-17:30 CET IDM Seminar Room, Hahngasse 6/Mezzanin/17, A-1090 Vienna and o...

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

In our latest publication, Sebastian Schäffer and Péter Techet explore six potential scenarios for the aftermath of the elections, from a renewed Fidesz‑led government to a change of power and potential constitutional and institutional crises.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Almost two weeks until Hungary elects a new parliament 🇭🇺 But what happens next? What potential consequences could this election entail?

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Thank you to Sandra Poleksic and Milica Šušnjić from Vojvodina Travel for hosting us as well as to Urska Dolinar and Petra Klansek, CHIA from Iskriva Institute for the excellent project management.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

The results of the meeting will contribute to the co-creation of socially inclusive services and tourism products in the Danube Region.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

🔹 Alexandra Zlotea from URBASOFIA guided partners through a structured planning process for their pilot actions. 🔹IDM Research Associate Rebecca Thorne led a workshop on impact communication, during which partners planned the joint promotion of the innovative Danube Festival Caravan.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Alongside study visits to local cultural heritage sites, knowledge partners had prepared a programme full of interactive sessions: 🔹 Erzsébet Hosszu DLA from MOME Budapest facilitated a constructive reflection exercise on accessibility and evaluation methods.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Last week, the IDM took part in the CAST Project Steering Committee Meeting in #Serbia 🇷🇸

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Wir verbrachten einen wunderbaren Abend, an dem wir Erhard Buseks Lebenswerk würdigten und uns damit befassten, wie seine Ideen auch heute noch hochaktuell sind. Ein ausführlicher Bericht findet sich auf unserer Website: www.idm.at/der-ostflueg...

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Der Ostflügel des europäischen Hauses – das IDM und die Diplomatische Akademie Wien gedenken Erhard Buseks 85. Geburtstag - IDM

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Anwesend waren u.a. der ehemalige EU-Kommissar Johannes Hahn, die Journalistin und Autorin Dr. Hanna Molden, der Vorsitzende des IDM Vorstandes Mag. Friedrich Faulhammer sowie Botschafter Ferdinand Trauttmansdorff

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Unter dem Titel „Der Ostflügel des europäischen Hauses – die Donau als tragender Pfeiler der Zukunft“ leitete Botschafter Martin Eichtinger, Direktor der DA, das Gespräch mit Wegbegleiter*innen, Vorstandsmitgliedern sowie Vertreter*innen aus Diplomatie und Politik.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Am Vorabend seines 85. Geburtstags gedachten wir gemeinsam mit der Diplomatischen Akademie Wien (DA) Erhard Busek, dem ehemaligen Vizekanzler und langjährigen IDM-Vorstandsvorsitzenden, der sich stets unermüdlich für den mitteleuropäischen Gedanken eingesetzt hat.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

The panel will be preceded by an introduction by the Ambassador of the Republic of Bulgaria H.E. Desislava Naydenova-Gospodinova and the Ambassador of the Republic of Croatia H.E. Daniel Glunčić. 📅 March 25, 2026 🕕 18:00–19:30 (CET) 🥂Refreshments will be served after the discussion

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

If you are interested in these questions, join us for an insightful discussion with Ionela Ciolan (Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies), Ulrich Schneckener (Osnabrück University), and Thomas Starlinger (Former Federal Minister for Defence of Austria).

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

How can Europe strengthen its collective security? What role does EU enlargement play in enhancing Europe’s security? What opportunities and challenges come with Ukraine’s integration? What could a stronger European defense architecture look like, and how should it complement NATO?

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

⏰ Reminder: Upcoming Event Tomorrow! From Challenge to Capability: Shared Security in a Changing Europe

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Date & Time: March 25, 2026, 18:00–19:30 (CET) Location: IDM Seminar Room, Hahngasse 6/Mezzanin/17, A- 1090 Wien & online In cooperation with the NATO Contact Point Embassies (Bulgaria & Croatia) 🔗 Remember to register on our website. You can find the link in the comments.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

The panel focuses in particular on EU enlargement and Ukraine’s integration, exploring how these developments could contribute to a stronger European defense architecture that complements NATO.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

🛡️From Challenge to Capability: Shared Security in a Changing Europe Gain insights on how Europe can strengthen its collective security and defense in response to current geopolitical challenges.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Thank you to the International Visegrad Fund for their support.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Last week, the IDM was in Budapest for the final event of the project 'Central Europe and Future EU Enlargement'. During a roundtable discussion, think tankers from 🇦🇹, 🇨🇿, 🇵🇱, 🇸🇰, 🇭🇺, 🇷🇸, 🇦🇱, 🇲🇩, 🇺🇦 shared best practices and talked about how to continue the cooperation beyond the scope of the project.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Register and come visit us on 1 April at 16:00 at our office in Hahngasse 6, 1090 Vienna, or join online. Information is available via the link below: www.idm.at/events/new-s... You can also read the publication on our website: www.idm.at/en/scenarios...

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New Study: Scenarios Following the Hungarian Parliamentary Elections - IDM

April 1, 2026 @ 16:00 - 18:00 - New Study: Scenarios Following the Hungarian Parliamentary Elections 01 April 2026 16:00-18:00 CET IDM Seminar Room, Hahngasse 6/Mezzanin/17, A-1090 Vienna and o...

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

All eyes on 🇭🇺! With the Hungarian Parliamentary elections approaching fast, the IDM is organizing an event where the Director Sebastian Schäffer and Research Associate Péter Techet will present their publication on six potential scenarios for these elections and the days after.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Come visit us on 1 April at 16:00 at our office in Hahngasse 6, 1090 Vienna, or join online using the link below: www.idm.at/events/new-s... 💡You can also read the publication on our website: www.idm.at/en/scenarios...

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New Study: Scenarios Following the Hungarian Parliamentary Elections - IDM

April 1, 2026 @ 16:00 - 18:00 - New Study: Scenarios Following the Hungarian Parliamentary Elections 01 April 2026 16:00-18:00 CET IDM Seminar Room, Hahngasse 6/Mezzanin/17, A-1090 Vienna and o...

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Metka Majer (Pop TV), Dr. Manca Grgić Renko (University of Vienna), and Dr. Marko Zajc (Institute for Contemporary History) will discuss the Slovenian politics. Read also the briefing on the Slovenian elections by DDr. Peter Techet: www.idm.at/briefing-on-...

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Briefing on Parliamentary Elections in Slovenia 2026 - IDM

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

On Slovenian domestic politics and the significance of the elections for Europe, the Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe (IDM), together with the Karl Renner-Institut and Campus Tivoli, is organizing an online panel discussion.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Who will govern in Slovenia? 🇸🇮 On March 22, Slovenia will elect a new parliament. Can the current center-left government stay in power, or will the right-conservative SDS party led by Janez Janša return?

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

IDM Director Sebastian Schäffer moderated a panel discussion on enlargement momentum with Krševan Antun Dujmović, Filip Ilanković, Stevan Kandić and Grigorij Mesežnikov.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Last week, the IDM visited the Budapest Balkans Forum 2026. IDM Research Associate Rebecca Thorne presented the results of the project ‘Central Europe and Future EU Enlargement’.

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

🔗 You can access the publication via the link in our comments. www.idm.at/scenarios-fo...

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Scenarios for the 2026 Hungarian Parliamentary Elections - IDM

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IDM Vienna @idmvienna.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

🇭🇺🗳️ One month to go until Hungary’s parliamentary elections on 12 April and the stakes couldn’t be higher. What comes next? IDM Director Sebastian Schäffer and Research Associate Péter Techet map out six possible scenarios for the outcome and what reactions to expect in the aftermath.

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