China is tightening its grip on critical raw materials. Export restrictions risk crippling Europe’s rearmament, warns @joristeer.bsky.social in @fd.nl. 🔗 Read the article: fd.nl/bedrijfsleve...

New piece for @euiss.bsky.social Europe’s effort to rebuild its defences hinges on whether Europeans can cooperate more effectively with each other and with Ukraine. EU instruments can play a key role in driving this effort forward. www.iss.europa.eu/publications...

⚠️ Without smarter coordination, Europe risks wasting much of its growing defence investments. Europeans should embrace flexible small-group cooperation and strengthen their partnership with #Ukraine, writes @lscazzieri.bsky.social. www.iss.europa.eu/publications...

Contestation is reshaping global politics. Russia, China & others are challenging Western democracies, norms, and overall global governance. As #UNGA80 opens, explore the trend: ow.ly/NBba50X0ep6.

👋 Welcome to our new trainees! We look forward to the fresh ideas & perspectives you’ll bring and wish you an enriching and rewarding experience!

Europe's critical energy infrastructure is a security risk. Reactive measures against attacks, like burying cables or speeding up repairs are not enough. Europe must build an energy system resilient by design, with security at its core, argues @casparhobhouse.bsky.social. Read: ow.ly/QStv50WT8EF

Russian #drones entering EU airspace show the urgency of Europe’s drone gap. The EU must quickly learn how to play the drone game both defensively and offensively, drawing on Ukraine’s hard-won expertise. www.iss.europa.eu/publications...

Russian #drones entering EU airspace show the urgency of Europe’s drone gap. The EU must quickly learn how to play the drone game both defensively and offensively, drawing on Ukraine’s hard-won expertise. www.iss.europa.eu/publications...

🎉 Congratulations to Bojana Zorić on starting her new role at EUISS! She will continue to lead the #WesternBalkans file while also focusing on security challenges in the Eastern Neighbourhood through the lens of EU enlargement and its strategic implications. www.iss.europa.eu/about-us/aut...

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"For Europe, #Myanmar is more than a humanitarian concern. It is a test of its credibility." After serving as Head of the EU Delegation in Myanmar, @sabatuccieu.bsky.social reflects on the country he first encountered & the one he left behind. 👉 ow.ly/vlVh50WWL7h

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Europe cannot fix Myanmar’s turmoil. But its presence still matters, argues former ambassador @sabatuccieu.bsky.social. It is one of the few lifelines left for Myanmar’s people. To leave would be to abandon them, and Europe’s credibility. ➡️ ow.ly/vlVh50WWL7h

Europeans want the EU to play a bigger role globally. But how? At our annual conference, experts pointed to one barrier above all: risk aversion. ➡️ More in @sbeverts.bsky.social commentary: ow.ly/Lgii50WVBI4

The violation of Romanian airspace by Russian drones is yet another unacceptable breach of an EU Member State's sovereignty. This continued reckless escalation threatens regional security. We stand in solidarity with Romania. I am in close contact with the Romanian government.

Europe’s main problem isn’t resources or unity but courage, warns @sbeverts.bsky.social. Without resolve, it risks remaining a plaything for the US & China. Read more 👉 ow.ly/Lgii50WVBI4

The EU must stop being complacent & self-flagellating. It is an economic & political force, and has the military will to defend our freedom & interests. "That’s what we must continue doing,” said Delphine Pronk at #EUISS2025.

With visa-free access to just 11 countries, the Russian passport is one of the weakest. In a global economy built on flows, Russia's connectivity is shrinking. More on Moscow’s strengths, vulnerabilities & how the EU can leverage them in #UnpowerRussia ➡️ ow.ly/MgPL50VWxzx

With visa-free access to just 11 countries, the Russian passport is one of the weakest. In a global economy built on flows, Russia's connectivity is shrinking. More on Moscow’s strengths, vulnerabilities & how the EU can leverage them in #UnpowerRussia ➡️ ow.ly/MgPL50VWxzx

Russia’s targeting of electricity cables & gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea has exposed deep vulnerabilities at the heart of Europe’s energy system. Critical energy infrastructure must be recognised as a core security risk warns @casparhobhouse.bsky.social ➡️ ow.ly/QStv50WT8EF

How is Europe perceived by its partners? A key question at #EUISS2025. “For Georgians, Europe is associated with peace, prosperity & freedom,” says Salome Samadashvili.

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How is Europe perceived by its partners? A key question at #EUISS2025. “For Georgians, Europe is associated with peace, prosperity & freedom,” says Salome Samadashvili.

What’s the most important change Europe should make to stay relevant globally? "Appreciate its own strength & power", explains @kschake.bsky.social at #EUISS2025.

Ukraine’s security guarantees, EU-Mercosur trade, France’s political turmoil: Director @sbeverts.bsky.social joined #BrusselsMyLove to discuss it all. Watch ⤵️ www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...

Power & Purpose at #EUISS2025 🎥 “Europeans need strong answers on how to deal with the escalating threats they face,” explained Director @sbeverts.bsky.social Catch up on the event ➡️ ow.ly/ZgBR50WO1VI

#EUISS2025 brought Europe’s strategic community together to rethink the EU’s global role. 🎥 Some highlights from a day of ideas, insights & exchanges on how the EU can act with power & purpose.

“The scenario that we were going to end up in a relatively quick ceasefire and then a bigger peace deal I think is moving further away.” Good to be at #Brusselsmylove on why Europe needs to be bold on Ukraine: get Mercosur done and for France to avoid paralysis. @euronews.com @euiss.bsky.social

#EUISS2025 brought Europe’s strategic community together to rethink the EU’s global role. 🎥 Some highlights from a day of ideas, insights & exchanges on how the EU can act with power & purpose.

“These aren’t just anti-western optics: This is a direct challenge to the international system built on rules,” said Kallas. “And it’s not just symbolic, Russia’s war in Ukraine is being sustained by Chinese support.”

Grateful for the strong turnout & rich discussions at #EUISS2025 yesterday! Europe’s strategic community came together around one key question: how can the EU act with power & purpose in a world of escalating challenges?

Grateful for the strong turnout & rich discussions at #EUISS2025 yesterday! Europe’s strategic community came together around one key question: how can the EU act with power & purpose in a world of escalating challenges?

Europe is engaged in a battle for freedom and democracy. It must build its geopolitical power to participate as an equal player. That’s why we have embarked on the biggest military undertaking in recent history. Extract of my speech at EUISS conference ↓

📢 The #EUISS2025 annual conference wraps up after a day full of rich debates and workshops! 👏 Thank you to all speakers and participants for contributing to the debate on re-imagining Europe's global role. And to our staff for making it all possible. See you next year!

🔴 NOW LIVE: @hennavirkkunen.bsky.social takes the stage at #EUISS2025 to discuss the link between tech and geopolitics. 🎥 Watch the livestream: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nfx...

🎤 Next up at #EUISS2025: Delphine Pronk, @nathalieloiseau.bsky.social and Lene Mandel Vensild debate how the EU can boost its capacity to act. 💡 How can the EU decide faster, act at scale, and mobilise the resources needed to deliver on its goals?

📢 How can the EU navigate a transatlantic relationship marked by low trust? @gspataf95.bsky.social takes the stage to present our upcoming new Chaillot Paper at #EUISS2025.

🎤 Next up at #EUISS2025: @kschake.bsky.social, Salome Samadashvili, Priyanka Chaturvedi and Robin Niblett debate how key international partners see the EU. ❓ What must Europe do differently to be more successful in this hyper-competitive world?

🔴 NOW LIVE: High Representative @kajakallas.bsky.social takes the stage at #EUISS2025. 🎥 Watch the livestream: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AKx...

📢 Director @sbeverts.bsky.social opens the #EUISS2025 annual conference. This year's watchwords: power and purpose.

At #EUISS2025, the day begins with scenario-based workshops for policy practitioners: 🛡️ Hybrid attack 🌍 Shifting alliances 💻 Digital dependencies How can Europe prepare, adapt and respond?

What must Europe do to take its future into its own hands? The #EUISS2025 annual conference is happening today! With @kajakallas.bsky.social, @hennavirkkunen.bsky.social & more in high level discussions to rethink the EU’s global role. 📌 ow.ly/ZgBR50WO1VI

Europe faces years of maximum danger. Tomorrow at #EUISS2025, leaders & experts gather to debate how the EU can rethink its foreign policy to confront escalating threats. 🔗Programme: ow.ly/ZgBR50WO1VI

Europe faces years of maximum danger. Tomorrow at #EUISS2025, leaders & experts gather to debate how the EU can rethink its foreign policy to confront escalating threats. 🔗Programme: ow.ly/ZgBR50WO1VI

One of the EU’s greatest challenges is improving its capacity to act. Looking forward to hearing Delphine Pronk, @nathalieloiseau.bsky.social & Lene Mandel Vensild on "how to get it done" at #EUISS2025. 🗓️ 3 September 📍 ow.ly/ZgBR50WO1VI

How is Europe perceived abroad: trusted partner or slow-moving, less relevant actor? We'll explore this question & more at the #EUISS2025 annual conference on 3 September. 🎙️ With: @kschake.bsky.social Salome Samadashvili Priyanka Chaturvedi Robin Niblett Moderated by @sylviekauffmann.bsky.social

How is Europe perceived abroad: trusted partner or slow-moving, less relevant actor? We'll explore this question & more at the #EUISS2025 annual conference on 3 September. 🎙️ With: @kschake.bsky.social Salome Samadashvili Priyanka Chaturvedi Robin Niblett Moderated by @sylviekauffmann.bsky.social

Finally. EU MS seriously considering to train Ukrainian soldiers *inside* the country. As proposed by @euiss.bsky.social a year ago! Maybe we can also get going on some of the other ideas we proposed…?

How can Europe shape the rules & realities of tomorrow’s tech-driven world? Delighted to welcome @hennavirkkunen.bsky.social to the #EUISS2025 annual conference to share her vision for a more resilient & autonomous Europe in critical technologies. 🔗 Programme: ow.ly/ZgBR50WO1VI

The #EUISS2025 Annual Conference is approaching! A full day of high-level debate on re-imagining Europe’s global role. We're honoured to welcome HRVP @kajakallas.bsky.social for a live-streamed keynote. 📌 Details: ow.ly/ZgBR50WO1VI