Tag: Bilateralism & Multilateralism
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European Integration and EU External Action
Main question: How does legal fragmentation across EU external action frameworks—security, human rights, economic policy, and digital governance—affect its capacity to act as a unified global actor? Argument: Structural fragmentation and intergovernmental dominance create legal uncertainty, weaken enforcement, and reduce strategic effectiveness and coherence. Conclusion: The EU must clarify competences, expand selective QMV, and close…
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Rise of the Rest
In a time of geopolitical uncertainty whether grounded in historical ties, economic relations, pacts, treaties, or a combination of these. This article examines the influential role that Ireland lays in its relationship with the US and how it can leverage this position to promote democratic values within the international system. It challenges the assumption that…
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Editorial of the 2nd report
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Monetary Blocs and International Currency
As in the past, the fragmentation of the global economy and the formation of geopolitical blocs inevitably lead to the emergence of monetary blocs and changes in the system of international payments and international currency. In this text, we will attempt to outline some key elements of the dynamics of these changes and the possible…
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Beyond Sanctions
Main Question Has Western strategy accurately assessed North Korea’s true strategic role beyond its nuclear program? Argument North Korea is a central node in a Russia–Iran–North Korea axis, sustaining Russia’s war through munitions and troops, and enabling Iran’s missile capabilities, while receiving advanced technology in return. Conclusion North Korea is a neglected transregional enabler linking…
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ME Instability & the US-China Power Balance
1: How does the escalation of instability in the Middle East affect the global balance of power between the U.S. and China, and what are the secondary implications for stability in the Indo-Pacific? 2: While the U.S. faces a “credibility gap” as a security provider, China acts as a “free rider,” leveraging M. Eastern energy…
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Strategic Engagement
Main Question: How can young professionals successfully enter and influence the highly competitive United Nations ecosystem? Argument: Entry requires a “Show Up” mindset that pairs professional-grade language skills with strategic branding, where personal experiences are packaged to fill specific policy gaps. Conclusion: Real influence is achieved not through seeking prestige, but by focusing on a…
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Meloni-Trump
Main question: What elements led to the breakdown of the Meloni-Trump partnership and what are the risks for Italy’s Atlanticist vision? Argument: The crisis stemmed from Italy denying the use of Sigonella airbase for Iranian operations and Trump’s harsh attacks on Pope Leo XIV, which Meloni declared unacceptable Conclusion: Geopolitical reality and core cultural values…
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High North and “La Dolcevita”
The 2026 Italian Arctic Policy responds to the end of Arctic exceptionalism by defining Italy as a “Near-Arctic State”. Through the concept of “teleconnections,” Italy links Arctic stability to Mediterranean security. It employs science diplomacy and the Navy’s “High North” operation to protect interests. Despite Russia’s isolation, Italy views functional dialogue as a “creative necessity”…
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Global South Korea
Main question: How does South Korea navigate through the current geopolitical landscape? Argument: Considering the fact that the country has a new administration since June 2025, South Korea has been “reseting” and “recalibrating” current relations with major international actors in 2026. Conclusion: South Korea must find a balance in managing its alignment with Western countries…