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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Following allegations of embezzlement, Marine Le Pen has seemingly been barred from the French 2027 presidential race. Read William Drozdiak's latest on what this means for French democracy and the political road ahead. www.wilsoncenter.org/article/futu...

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The Future of France's Far-Right Party

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

As the EU tightens rules on ‘Big Tech’, the US warns of threats to free speech and innovation. Richard Wennberg explains how this divide in regulation is reshaping the transatlantic relationship ⤵️ www.wilsoncenter.org/article/grow...

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The Growing Transatlantic “Big Tech” Rift Explained

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Foreign interference in European elections has reached Cold War levels — from vote-buying in Moldova to disinformation campaigns in Romania. Read Rickard Lindholm’s latest piece on why democracies are struggling to respond — and how they can fight back. www.wilsoncenter.org/article/incr...

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Increased Election Interference Activity in Eastern Europe Reveals Difficulties for Democracies to Fight Back

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The Wilson Center @wilsoncenter.org · 20/03/2025

What has #Sweden contributed to #NATO in its first full membership year? @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social Program Associate & Research Director @jasoncmoyer.com provides an overview of Sweden's value in the alliance and its importance to security in the Baltic Sea and Arctic region ⬇️ buff.ly/10sxFbM

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From Partner to Ally: Sweden’s First Year in NATO

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Yesterday, the @ec.europa.eu released its White Paper on European Defence — Readiness 2030, outlining the #ReArm Europe initiative to support Ukraine and enhance European security. Read our analysis of the Commission's first 100 days and defense efforts ⤵️ www.wilsoncenter.org/article/secu...

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Security and Defense Dominate the First 100 Days of the New European Commission

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

🎦 @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social’s Robin Quinville speaks with @kaijaschilde.bsky.social about how the recent surge in European defense spending is part of a long-term trend and explores the EU's pivotal role in strengthening the defense industry. ⤵️ www.wilsoncenter.org/video/eus-ro...

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The EU's Role in the Future of European Defense

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

The first 100 days of the new @ec.europa.eu have been dominated by security and defense. @masaocvirk.bsky.social & @jasoncmoyer.com analyze the #ReArm Europe Plan, the Commission’s initiative to significantly boost defense spending of #EU members. Full article ⤵️

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Security and Defense Dominate the First 100 Days of the New European Commission

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

TOMORROW at 11AM | Join us for an online discussion with Christoph von Marschall, @tbenner.bsky.social and Robin Quinville on the future of Germany's foreign policy in the wake of the elections. RSVP ⤵️

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Germany’s Election Aftermath: Implications for Foreign Policy

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss expanding #defense spending after the US suspended military aid to #Ukraine. Distinguished Fellow Baroness Catherine Ashton provides insight into the #security discussions and the current state of the #transatlantic relationship. ⤵️

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Europe scrambles to bolster defense in the aftermath of US pausing support for Ukraine

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

EVENT | Join us for an online discussion with Christoph von Marschall, @tbenner.bsky.social and Robin Quinville on the future of Germany's foreign policy in the wake of the elections. RSVP ➡️ buff.ly/nSq1RVf

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

OUT NOW | Can the Ukraine crisis make #Europe less reliant on the United States? Read the latest article from William Drozdiak for @wilsoncenter.org. ⤵️

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Can the Ukraine Crisis Make Europe Less Reliant on the United States?

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

ICYMI | What are the geopolitical implications of the ongoing demonstrations in #Georgia for the United States and the EU? Read the excellent analysis by Giorgi Benashvili for @wilsoncenter.org ⤵️

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Turmoil in Georgia: Geopolitical Implications for the United States and the EU

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

OUT NOW | The far-right #AfD party came in second in Sunday's German snap #election. Read Lena Schorlemer's analysis for @wilsoncenter.org on how this is reshaping Germany’s political landscape. Full article⤵️

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Germany’s Far-right AfD Doubles Vote Share and Reshapes Germany’s Political Landscape

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

The @munsecconf.bsky.social was held amid increasingly strained #EU-US relations. In this #SmartTake our Director Robin Quinville provides insight into the growing uncertainty about the future of the #transatlantic relationship. ⤵️

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EU-US Alliance Faces Uncertainty: Tensions Over Trade, Security, and Democracy at Munich

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

What do the results of the #German federal #election mean for the future of German-US relations? Read the excellent analysis by Robin Quinville for the @wilsoncenter.org. Full article ⤵️

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In Germany’s Elections, America was an Issue

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Today, marks 3 years since #Russia launched its full-scale invasion of #Ukraine. As discussions on the resolution of the war intensify, it’s important to reflect on why and how it began in the first place. Check out the @wilsoncenter.org timeline of key events ⤵️ www.wilsoncenter.org/article/two-...

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Two Years of War in Ukraine: Timeline to Invasion

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

ICYMI | Last weekend world leaders gathered in #Munich for the @munsecconf.bsky.social. Our Director Robin Quinville writes about why this year's conference shook the #transatlantic relations. Full article ⤵️

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Making Sense of the Munich Security Conference

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

ICYMI | After the parliamentary elections in #Kosovo, current PM Albin Kurti now faces coalition politics. Visar Xhambazi writes about the challenges the new government will face as it seeks to to rebuild ties with the #EU and the #US. Full article ⤵️

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Kosovo’s Incoming Government Faces an Uphill Battle to Secure US and EU Support

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu & @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu met in Brussels to bolster transatlantic ties as US #tariffs and geopolitical tensions escalate. Read @wilsoncenter.org analysis on what this means for the future of 🇨🇦-🇪🇺 relations. ⤵️

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The Canada-EU Leaders' Meeting: A New Era of Cooperation?

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Over the weekend world leaders gathered in #Munich for the @munsecconf.bsky.social. @wilsoncenter.org Global Europe Program Director Robin Quinville writes about why this year's conference shook the #transatlantic relations. Full article ⤵️

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Making Sense of the Munich Security Conference

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

After the parliamentary elections in #Kosovo, Prime Minister Albin Kurti now faces coalition politics. Read Visar Xhambazi article for @wilsoncenter.org on the challenges facing the new government as it seeks to rebuild ties with the #EU and the #US. ⤵️

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Kosovo’s Incoming Government Faces an Uphill Battle to Secure US and EU Support

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

We were delighted to partner with the Polish Institute for International Affairs for an event on Poland's EU Presidency and the #transatlantic alliance in 2025. Excellent discussion on the challenges and and opportunities ahead to boost #security and defense. Watch the full event ➡️ bit.ly/4h7FpFr

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

TODAY | "Security in Focus: Poland’s EU Presidency and the Transatlantic Alliance in 2025" Follow the event ⤵️ bit.ly/4h7FpFr

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

As Poland’s EU leadership shapes the next six months of transatlantic cooperation, join us on February 3rd for a conversation with @wilsoncenter.org & PISM Poland's experts on security and defense. RSVP ▶️ bit.ly/4h7FpFr

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

On the occasion of the International #Holocaust Remembrance Day, watch the conversation with Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Israel’s Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism on Israeli government’s global efforts to combat #antisemitism.⤵️

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Honoring the Past, Confronting the Present: A Conversation with Israel's Special Envoy on Combating Antisemitism

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Join us on Mon, Feb 3 at 2pm @wilsoncenter.org for a discussion on Poland’s EU Presidency and the #Transatlantic Alliance in 2025, in partnership with PISM Poland. Don’t miss this conversation on key #security challenges! RSVP ▶️https://bit.ly/4h7FpFr

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

On Jan 1, Finland assumed the OSCE Chairpersonship. Read the excellent @wilsoncenter.org piece by Robin Quinville, @jasoncmoyer.bsky.social & Rickard Lindholm on the country's priorities to strengthen OSCE’s role in promoting security in #Europe. Full article⤵️

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The Enduring Spirit of Helsinki: Finland Becomes OSCE Chair for 50 Years of Helsinki Final Act

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

NEW EVENT | "Security in Focus: Poland’s EU Presidency and the Transatlantic Alliance in 2025" 🗓️Monday, February 3 🕑2:00–3:15pm 📍 In-person & online Join us for a discussion, organized in cooperation with the Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM). RSVP⤵️

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Security in Focus: Poland’s EU Presidency and the Transatlantic Alliance in 2025

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

With new leadership now in place on both sides of the Atlantic, read our joint @wilsoncenter.org & Friedrich Naumann Foundation report on the key #issues shaping the future of US-EU cooperation. 🧵Follow us as we highlight individual analyses from our experts! ⤵️

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

What are the key bright spots in foreign policy for 2025 and beyond? With new leadership on both sides of the Atlantic, our Director Robin Quinville, sees unique opportunities to strengthen and enhance #transatlantic cooperation. Read the @wilsoncenter.org Rays of Optimism publication here ⤵️

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Rays of Optimism | Bright Spots in Foreign Policy

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Bulgaria has established a new government, but the country has faced years of political turmoill. What has caused this prolonged crisis? Read the analysis from @irenmarinova.bsky.social and Rickard Lindholm. ⤵️

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Bulgaria: Political Crisis With No End in Sight?

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

OUT NOW | How can the US play a role in developing a modernized, efficient, cleaner #energy system in #Ukraine? Read the latest piece by Oleksandr Kharchenko and Andrew Fovorov for @wilsoncenter.org. ⤵️

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Ukraine’s Energy Future: A Modern Blueprint with American Inspiration

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

"Poland’s EU Presidency focus on #security is hardly a surprise." @masaocvirk.bsky.social analyzes the challenges and opportunities ahead in her latest piece for @wilsoncenter.org. Read here⤵️

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Poland's EU Presidency: It’s all about Security

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Today, the Baltic Sea #NATO Allies Summit is taking place in Sweden. Read our latest analysis on the hybrid attacks on Baltic undersea cables. ⤵️

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Risky Game: Hybrid Attack on Baltic Undersea Cables

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

‼️Don't forget to #RSVP and join the discussion with renowned global leaders and experts, including a keynote from Amb. Deborah Lipstadt, on combating antisemitism as a global challenge. ⤵️

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Combating Antisemitism as a Global Threat

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

OUT NOW | What's in store for Poland's #EU Presidency that started on Jan 1? @masaocvirk.bsky.social breaks down the challenges and ambitions for a secure and competitive #Europe. Read the full analysis. ⤵️

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Poland's EU Presidency: It’s all about Security

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

✨ New year, new amazing insights! This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act. To commemorate this milestone, we’ve created a timeline highlighting the key events that led to the establishment of the OSCE ⤵️

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Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Timeline: 50th Anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

NEW EVENT | Combating Antisemitism as a Global Threat 🗓️Monday, January 13 🕒10:00–11:30am 📍In-person & online RSVP ⤵️

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Combating Antisemitism as a Global Threat

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

OUT NOW | While war rages on in Ukraine, one #EU and #NATO member has been been stunned by a political crisis going on its fourth year. Read @irenmarinova.bsky.social and Rickard Lindholm's analysis on the situation in #Bulgaria, and the road ahead. ⤵️

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Bulgaria: Political Crisis With No End in Sight?

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Maša Ocvirk @masaocvirk.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Today’s Council conclusions on #EU #enlargement call for more decisive efforts to foster reconciliation in the Western Balkans. Check out my piece for @wilsoncenter.org on how the EU can do that and why transatlantic cooperation in the region remains key. ⤵️

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Putting Reconciliation in the Western Balkans Back on the EU Enlargement Agenda

Deep-rooted regional tensions and nationalist rhetoric, as displayed during the 79th UN General Assembly, continue to hinder regional cooperation in the Western Balkans as well as that with the EU. Bo...

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Today was the first meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council chaired by the new #HRVP @kajakallas.bsky.social. Read @wilsoncenter.org analysis on what challenges she faces in this new role. ⤵️

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Challenges Facing Kaja Kallas, the New High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

German Chancellor #Scholz today submitted a request for Parliament to hold a vote of confidence next Monday. Watch the @wilsoncenter.org Smart Take, in which our Director Robin Quinville provides insight on the current political situation in #Germany. ⤵️

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Collapse of German Coalition Sparks Leadership Struggle and Calls for Early Vote

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Together with Friedrich Naumann Foundation we are excited to present a joint report "Transatlantic Relations Under the New European Commission." A great resource for US policymakers that analyzes opportunities and challenges for EU-US cooperation. Read it here ▶️ www.wilsoncenter.org/publication/...

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Transatlantic Relations Under the New European Commission

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

SMART TAKE | Romania's Constitutional Court annulled the results of the first round of the 2024 presidential election. @masaocvirk.bsky.social says this should ring alarm bells for the #EU and its member states on the need to counter Russian interference. Watch the video ⤵️

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Romanian Court Annuls Presidential Election Results Following Russian Interference Allegations

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Global Europe Program @wilsoncentergep.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

As part of our 2024 Ahtisaari Syposium we were honored to host former 🇫🇮FM Pekka Haavisto for a fireside chat on Finland's decision to join #NATO. Excellent discussion moderated by our Global Fellow Spencer Boyer. Thank you to everyone who joined us at @wilsoncenter.org!

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