Tag: FOREIGN AFFAIRS
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Hungary’s EU Presidency: A Controversial Journey Under Orbán’s Leadership
Viktor Orbán’s provocative meeting with Donald Trump following NATO’s anniversary has incited outrage among EU leaders as Hungary adopts the presidency of the European Council under the slogan “Make Europe Great Again.” The agenda emphasized economic competitiveness while sidelining environmental initiatives and dismissing EU fundamental rights. Orbán’s diplomatic overtures have been met with calls for…
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Examining Leadership in Europe: Scholz and Macron at a Crossroads
The article highlights the upcoming European Parliament elections and the formation of a new European Commission, raising questions about the leadership in Europe. Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany struggles to meet expectations, while President Emmanuel Macron of France strives to assert his influence as a progressive thinker. The discourse features insights from policy experts discussing…
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Russian Disinformation Operations: The Case of “Voice of Europe”
Investigations into the Czech online portal “Voice of Europe” reveal its role in spreading pro-Russian propaganda across Europe. Authorities in Czechia and Poland are scrutinizing the operation, which is implicated in funneling money to politicians, including AfD candidate Petr Bystron. The portal is linked to Viktor Medvedchuk, an oligarch with ties to Putin. Experts warn…
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Informal Summit in Hungary: New Draft of the Budapest Declaration
On October 30, 2024, the drafting of the Budapest Declaration progressed under the guidance of Permanent Representatives, targeting approval at the informal summit on November 8. The focus is on establishing a New Deal for Competitiveness, with the current draft encompassing ten pages, accessible through Table.Briefings. A new draft of the Budapest Declaration is making…