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💬 Donald Trump's renewed interest in Greenland emphasises the island's increasing strategic significance. With vast reserves of rare earth minerals and a pivotal position in the Arctic, Greenland has become a focal point in the geopolitical competition between the U.S., Russia, and China. As climate change transforms global trade routes and security dynamics, the implications of Trump's Arctic ambitions warrant closer examination. Read more in "The Geopolitical Fallout of Trump's Arctic Ambitions: A Return to Greenland". #EuroProspects #EU #Europe #Geopolitics #ArcticStrategy #Greenland #USForeignPolicy #GlobalSecurity

🇵🇱 Poland’s Rule Under PiS and the Usefulness of ‘Illiberalism’ as an Academic Concept ⚖️ Poland’s decade under the Law and Justice (PiS) party has been marked by a steady erosion of liberal democratic norms. From judicial overhauls and the undermining of the separation of powers to media restrictions and historical revisionism in educational curricula, PiS has profoundly reshaped the country’s political landscape under an ideology many have termed ‘illiberalism.’ And while recently ousted by the liberal-conservative Civic Platform party, the legacy of PiS’ rule still lingers as the country grapples with a continuing constitutional crisis. While PiS’ governance has been widely covered in the media, its rise has also fuelled a growing academic field on the concept of ‘illiberalism.’ But to what extent is this notion truly useful in analysing similar populist governments? And more specifically, how coherent is ‘illiberalism’ as an ideology? Often framed as a poster child for the concept, PiS’ Poland offers a valuable case study in understanding this growing ideological trend, writes our Editor-in-Chief, Francesco Bernabeu Fornara. ✍️: Francesco Bernabeu Fornara 📰: https://lnkd.in/d9av7-BY #Poland #Illiberalism #LawandJustice #PiS #Democracy #Populism #ConstitutionalCrisis #PoliticalLandscape #JudicialOverhaul #MediaRestrictions #Academia #Research

📢 Are you passionate about European affairs, international relations, or political analysis? Have you written an academic paper or research article that deserves a wider audience? Euro Prospects is inviting submissions of already-written articles and research papers for potential publication. Whether you are a student, researcher, or professional, this is an opportunity to share your insights with a broader readership and contribute to meaningful discussions on European and global issues. If you have a piece you'd like to submit, send it to contact@europrospects.eu for consideration. Join the conversation—your perspective matters! #EuroProspects #Submissions #GetPublished #Research #AcademicWriting

🇬🇱🇺🇲 FAQ: Is the United States seeking greater control over Greenland? To access the full FAQ, please visit our Instagram post: https://lnkd.in/dCCjBTYg #EuroProspects #EU #Greenland #Denmark #UnitedStates #Geopolitics #ArcticSecurity #Trump #InternationalRelations #Diplomacy

🇫🇷🚨 France's Marine Le Pen banned from running for President in 2027 🏛️ ⚖️ A French court has found Le Pen guilty of embezzlement of EU funds. 📃 The verdict has sentenced her to a 5-year ban from running for public office (with immediate effect) and a 4-year prison sentence. 🗳️ Polls suggest that she and her far-right populist agenda would have plausibly won the next 2027 French presidential elections. 🏛️ The verdict may be rescinded if she wins an unlikely appeal. #Follow Euro Prospects for more European politics and policy analysis. #MarineLePen #France #Elections #RuleofLaw #Democracy #LePen

🇺🇸 Wilders to Trump: The Dutch and US Populist Approaches to the Ukrainian Conflict 🇳🇱 The Ukraine conflict has become a defining issue in global politics, arguably dividing populist movements. The differing responses from populist leaders to Russia’s 2022 full-scale invasion and the subsequent war have provided valuable insights into national attitudes and political strategies. By exploiting global affairs for rhetorical purposes, populist leaders like Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders and former U.S. President Donald Trump have cultivated support for their movements, though with notable subtle differences. While Wilders advocates for a more isolationist stance, questioning the European Union’s involvement and calling for limited support to Ukraine, Trump has echoed similar sentiments, often framing the war as part of broader American foreign policy fatigue. In contrasting their positions, how have these two populist figures shaped public opinion on international relations and the future of Western alliances, and how has their rhetoric pivoted in response to unfolding events? ✍️: Ximena López Pérez 📰: https://lnkd.in/duYnmZjW #USA #America #Netherlands #Trump #Wilders #Populism #Politics #Policy #EuroProspects

🇪🇺 The End of American Guarantees? Why Europe Must Take Charge of Its Own Defense 🇺🇸 As U.S. security commitments grow uncertain under shifting political tides, Europe faces a critical choice: continue relying on an increasingly unpredictable Washington or forge its own path to strategic independence. With NATO at a crossroads, European nations are reevaluating the continent's nuclear deterrence, arms production, and military cooperation. Is this the moment Europe finally breaks free from American dependence? Can Europe muster the necessary manpower, establish a new French/British-backed nuclear umbrella, and revitalise its defence-industrial base in order to successfully replace US military presence? The recent surge in political will and first steps towards it seem to allude so, but far more needs to be done. Dive into the pressing debate on the prospects of Europe's path towards self-reliance and strategic autonomy. ✍️: Sarmad Naeem & Muhammad Rauhan Rasheed 📰: https://lnkd.in/eF_r-EHA #NATO #EuropeanDefense #Geopolitics #StrategicIndependence #Defense #StrategicAutonomy #EU #Security #NATO

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The EU-US trade war presents challenges - but also strategic opportunities. In my latest article for Euro Prospects, I explore how Europe can turn tensions into advantages. Read more:

🇪🇺 EU-US Tariff Wars: A Strategic Opportunity Brewing? 🇺🇸 A new trade war is unfolding between the EU and the US, fuelled by a second Trump presidency. In prioritising protectionism, the White House accuses Europe of unfair trade, but the data tells a different story. In what seems to be an unavoidable breakdown of free trade, can tariffs be more than just a challenge to be coped? Backed by the EU's discrete diversification of trade over the past half-decade, can US tariffs, instead, become a strategic opportunity for the EU? From the expansion of trade with Mercosur, Mexico, and India, to the strengthening of energy and financial independence through the mobilisation of European capital markets, there might be pathways to a more resilient EU under Trump, writes our EP Finance Correspondent, Nuno Pereira. ✍️: Nuno Pereira 📰: https://lnkd.in/dfx-D-ip #TradeWar #UnitedStates #EU #EuropeanUnion #EUUSRelations #Economy #GlobalEconomy #Tariffs #Protectionism #EuropeanTrade #Policy #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #Innovation #EUCommerce #TrumpEra #Trump #TradePolicy #GreenEconomy #SupplyChain #TradeWars #Trade #CapitalMarkets