Everywhere you look, democracy feels more fragile. The US. Europe. Even long-stable systems. In the latest Language of Power episode, Paul Taylor, Amanda Sloat & Richard Youngs break down what’s driving the global slide — and where real resilience might still come from. www.epc.eu/podcast/the-...

🛡️ The European Commission unveils its new #DemocracyShield today – a plan to protect the EU from foreign interference and manipulation. But can the EU defend democracy without turning it into a security project? @carlosdolan.bsky.social weighs in. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

✈️ Russia’s #GNSS interference is testing Europe’s defences below the threshold of war. With 40% of Europe's air traffic already affected, Maria Martisiute warns the risk of a major disaster is rising. Read her 17 proposals for a coordinated defence here: www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇪🇺 Rising living costs, precarious work and shrinking access to quality public services are driving disillusionment. Valentina Caimi argues that Europe’s best defence of #democracy is to invest in inclusive and resilient societies. Ahead of 2025 #EPCAnnualConference. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇷🇸 The EU changed its tone on Serbia's accession progress in the 2025 Enlargement Package – now, it needs to change its strategy. Read the latest by Berta López Domènech: 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/... #Serbia #enlargement

🌍 #COP30 in Brazil: Ambition → Action NOW! EU at crossroads: 📉 2040 target = walk-back? bit.ly/4p1hJWJ 🌱 Energy-food-nature fix: bit.ly/3WFqbip 🌐 Europe '25 realism: lnkd.in/eBtC5_Qg Join us post-COP debrief: lnkd.in/eGw7DZJi #EUClimatePolicy

💬 Facts keep meeting feelings — and losing. Corina Stratulat explains why #EU debates misfire, from #enlargement to #climate. It's time to rethink how Europe talks to its citizens, aspirants and self. Leading up to EPC Annual Conference 2025. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

💶 Is cost-of-living now the defining political issue? @javiercarbonell.bsky.social on #Mamdani win – and why #affordability now shapes the future of European politics. 🔗https://www.epc.eu/publication/its-the-affordability-stupid-what-mamdanis-victory-means-for-europe/

🇪🇺 As #Ukraine moves closer to the #EU and the #UK reconsiders its post-Brexit path, Europe faces an east-west enlargement dilemma. @andrewduffeu.bsky.social argues for fast-tracking Ukraine’s accession — and reigniting debate on the UK’s future in Europe. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

#Democracy in #Europe stands at a crossroads Can we preserve #liberal democracy — or are we drifting towards #illiberalism? In his latest To the Point, Fabian Zuleeg calls for courage, unity & resistance against self-censorship and #authoritarian pressure. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇪🇺 Brussels still mistakes procedure for purpose In her latest To the Point, Corina Stratulat argues the EU can’t spreadsheet its way into strategic relevance. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇷🇸 One year after Serbia’s student-led protests have started, repression of activists, media and civil society has intensified. Join our Policy Dialogue on 5 November to examine what’s next for democratisation and EU engagement. Register 👇 www.epc.eu/events/serbi...

📣 Connecting Europe Fellowship Young professionals from EU enlargement countries can now apply for a 3-month fellowship in Brussels to advance research on EU enlargement, democracy, climate, digital and foreign policy. Apply by 4 December 👇 www.epc.eu/vacancies/co...

🇪🇺 What will it take to deliver on EU enlargement? Join us on 7 November for a Policy Briefing with Gert Jan Koopman, DG for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood at the European Commission, on the #EnlargementPackage2025 and the EU’s next steps for reform and readiness 👇 www.epc.eu/events/enlar...

Power, patience, prestige — not compromise. In a new EPC Discussion Paper, former Danish Ambassador to Russia, @carsten1634.bsky.social, explores how Moscow’s negotiating style turns diplomacy into an extension of conflict — and what Europe must learn to deter it. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇪🇺 Can Europe renew its liberal democracy? Join us on 02 December in Brussels for the EPC Annual Conference — Liberal Democracy Under Threat: Shaping a renewed vision for Europe. We’ll explore how to strengthen democracy, resilience and shared values in turbulent times. Stay tuned for more!

How can the #EU rebuild trust in enlargement? A new @epc-official.bsky.social Policy Brief by Johannes Greubel, Liza Saris, Vanna Curin & Constanze Sendler argues that civil society must be at the heart of the process. Read more 👉 www.epc.eu/publication/...

We’re honoured that the @epc-official.bsky.social has been recognised as one of the 100 Think Tanks to Watch in 2025 by On Think Tanks. This peer-nominated list highlights organisations driving innovation, collaboration and impact in policymaking. Find out more 👇 onthinktanks.org/100towatch/

🇳🇱 The Netherlands faces another coalition test — and a credibility one. With D66 and Geert Wilders’ PVV separated by just over 2,000 votes, coalition talks promise to be long and uncertain. Read Elizabeth Kuiper's analysis 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

@epc-official.bsky.social will host an online Policy Dialogue on 5 November exploring how the G20 can drive climate action amid geopolitical rivalry — and what role the EU can play. Register here 👇 www.epc.eu/events/the-g...

🔴 #Europe’s “crown dilemma” goes deeper than protocol. Flattering #Trump abroad while #democracy erodes at home is becoming politically untenable — especially as #EU leaders still rely on #Washington for security. Read this week's To the Point by @almutm.bsky.social 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

#Europe can’t defend itself with yesterday’s innovation model. Paul Taylor, Chris Kremidas-Courtney and Jonas Singer explores why the #EU must shift from “dual-use” to omni-use if it wants to stay competitive in defence — and what #Germany must change to get there. 🔗 www.epc.eu/podcast/the-...

🇷🇸 One year after Serbia’s student-led protests have started, repression of activists, media and civil society has intensified. Join our Policy Dialogue on 5 November to examine what’s next for democratisation and EU engagement. Register 👇 www.epc.eu/events/serbi...

🇳🇱 The #Netherlands votes tomorrow in a pivotal election that could reshape Dutch politics and the #EU’s balance of power. Far-right #PVV leads the polls — but #coalition math remains uncertain. Join our Elections Monitor for analysis of the outcome👇 www.epc.eu/events/dutch...

As engines of both commerce and innovation, #EU ports could become frontline accelerators of the circular economy. A new @epc-official.bsky.social Commentary by Emma Seppänen explores how ports can drive reuse, #recycling and compliance with #sustainability rules. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🔴 Türkiye’s renewed Kurdish peace process could reshape EU–Türkiye relations, migration policy and regional security — but it is unfolding under authoritarian conditions. Peace without democracy is fragile. Read our latest commentary by @selvinkorkmaz.bsky.social 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🔴🟡 #Montenegro’s accession is a credibility test for the #EU A low-risk, high-impact case to show that #enlargement still delivers — and that promises to candidate countries mean something in practice. Read our Policy Brief by Corina Stratulat 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🔴 Russia wants war Airspace incursions, cyberattacks & disinformation are part of a wider effort to weaken Europe. In his latest To the Point, Fabian Zuleeg warns: curbing Moscow’s capacity for aggression is the best way to safeguard global security. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

Over 19,500 Ukrainian children abducted by Russia — fewer than 1,600 returned, with estimates up to 35,000. Paul Taylor speaks with Mykola Kuleba (Save #Ukraine) and Thordis Kolbrun Gylfadottir (Council of Europe Special Envoy) on how #Europe can help bring them home. 🎧 www.epc.eu/podcast/the-...

#EU leaders meet this week: delivery or more division? The #EuropeanCouncil must decide on: 🇺🇦 #Ukraine support & frozen Russian assets 🛡️ Defence & capabilities 🌍 Role in #Gaza ceasefire 💶 #Competitiveness reset #JoinUs for the Post-Summit Briefing on 24 October 👇 www.epc.eu/events/octob...

#Europe’s seabed is becoming a frontline. US cloud giants now control 71% of subsea capacity, while #EU repair and defence gaps leave cables exposed to sabotage. Our latest Discussion Paper calls for a holistic #subsea strategy. 🔗 epc.eu/publication/...

🇧🇪 Belgium’s #Defence at a Turning Point On 21 October, @epc-official.bsky.social hosts Minister of Defence of Belgium, Theo Francken, for a keynote address followed by a discussion on strengthening #Europe’s security, defence industry, and cooperation with allies. Register 👇 epc.eu/events/epc-t...

🇭🇺 Trump and Putin plan to meet in Budapest, Putin’s first EU visit since 2022, as Zelensky heads to Washington. A turning point for Ukraine, Europe, and transatlantic unity? Revisit relevant @epc-official.bsky.social publications 👇

🌍 The EU’s New Pact for the Mediterranean aims to turn vision into impact — deepening ties through education, mobility & renewable energy cooperation. But can it succeed without new funding or stronger political will? Read @helhahn.bsky.social’s Flash Analysis 👇 epc.eu/publication/...

🌍 #Europe’s digital backbone is under threat. Join us on 20 October (14:00–15:30) for our Policy Dialogue, organised with Vodafone, on how the #EU can protect its #subsea cables from hybrid attacks, boost industrial resilience, and safeguard digital sovereignty. 🔗 www.epc.eu/events/secur...

🇪🇺 Why aren’t #EU countries trading more with each other? Despite decades of integration, barriers still hold back #Europe’s Single Market — the #IMF estimates the equivalent of a 110% tariff on cross-border services. Join our Policy Dialogue 👇 epc.eu/events/betti...

🕊️ After Gaza, can Trump deliver peace in Ukraine? In her latest To the Point, @almutm.bsky.social argues that Trump’s “moment of peace” in Sharm El Sheikh offers lessons far beyond the Middle East. 🔗 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🕐 Planning for Uncertainty: How the EU’s New Migration Pact Could Succeed — or Fail Alberto-Horst Neidhardt & Virginie Jacob outline four possible futures for the EU’s asylum system — from smooth coordination to systemic collapse. Read more 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇪🇺🇺🇸 #Europe must move from reliance to responsibility. Under #Trump, Washington’s priorities are shifting — leaving Europeans to #secure their own continent. Iana Maisuradze outlines how to accept, prepare & leverage in this new era 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

✈️ #Russia’s airspace violations over the #Baltic & #Romania aren’t accidents — they’re rehearsals. After ZAPAD-2025 & the Alaska Summit, #Moscow is testing #NATO’s resolve as #US support wanes. Read @epc-official.bsky.social’s Maria Martisiute on #Europe’s next move 👇 epc.eu/publication/...

🛡️ #Europe needs its own Sky Shield — not an #IronDome copy. With drone swarms and hypersonic missiles rising, Europe must build a layered, integrated #defence that matches its geography and threats. Read Chris Kremidas-Courtney's latest commentary 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🌊 In the age of #AI, everyone is a “thought leader.” But as #algorithms flood the web with automated words and images, what’s left of real #influence? EPC's @biancabaumler.bsky.social asks whether credibility & authenticity can survive the #digital noise 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇨🇿 #Czechia’s elections mark a turning point for #Europe. With Babiš’s ANO victory, the Visegrád Four risks hardening into an illiberal bloc — weakening #EU unity on #Ukraine, the rule of law & enlargement. Read @epc-official.bsky.social analysis by Tabea Schaumann 👇 epc.eu/publication/...

🇪🇺 The EU’s 19th sanctions package marks a turning point: for the first time, Brussels moves to ban Russian LNG imports. As @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu put it: “It is time to turn off the tap.” Read @svt29.bsky.social's Commentary 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🎙️Are #Washington & #Europe on different planets over #Palestine? Trump’s Gaza plan vs Europe’s recognition of a Palestinian state — what do they mean for the future? Listen to our podcast with Paul Taylor, Aaron David Miller & Silvia Colombo 👇 epc.eu/podcast/the-...

⚙️ #Europe still treats #technology as “dual-use” — civilian vs. military. But in reality, AI, semiconductors & 3D printing are omni-use, shaping defence, industry, and health all at once. Chris Kremidas-Courtney calls for #EU policy to adapt 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇪🇺 #Values matter. Interests shape choices. But only imperatives determine survival. Fabian Zuleeg argues #Europe must move beyond rhetoric. Read our latest To the Point 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🧠 Brain disorders account for one-third of all healthy life years lost in the #EU and could consume 11% of #healthcare budgets by 2050. Policy Brief by @pswieboda.bsky.social & Elizabeth Kuiper shows why innovation in #BrainHealth is a #medical necessity. Read 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/...

🇪🇺As #EU leaders meet in Copenhagen to strengthen defence, Russia’s airspace violations test #NATO’s red lines. #InternationalLaw complicates when, and if, aircraft can be shot down. Commentary by Juraj Majcin 👇 www.epc.eu/publication/... #EUCO

🇺🇸🇪🇺 Trump’s #Gaza peace plan raises tough questions for #Europe: stability, statehood & the #EU’s role in reconstruction. @epc-official.bsky.social experts react 👇