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Public Debate | Green and Digital — Did We Miss Social?

As Europe charges ahead with green and digital transformation, one question grows louder: What about people? Innovation and sustainability are reshaping the continent—but can the European Social Model keep up? Be part of the dialogue shaping Europe’s future—where green, digital, and social must go hand in hand.

Live Podcast Recording – How Is Europe Doing 80 Years After the End of World War II?

“People are dying near Kharkiv for Prague as well.” Come to our scout neighborhood on the last Thursday of the month and join the open discussion that will follow after Štěpán Černý presents this hot take. Štěpán Černý is the Director General of the European Section at the Office of the Government, and in June he will be leaving for Brussels as an ambassador to COREPER I.

JustGreen Climate Forum | Engaging households and citizens in a just transformation

Join us for the JustGreen Climate Forum, taking place on May 27, 2025, at the Scout Institute in Prague. Come and discuss how households and citizens can contribute to a just climate transformation. The event features three thematic blocks focused on the labor market, transport, and housing-including energy poverty. The forum offers space for sharing opinions, experiences, and concrete suggestions on how to build a more sustainable future together. Take part in an open dialogue with experts and other participants, and discover what steps we can take collectively!

Europe as a Task

On Monday, May 12, and Tuesday, May 13, the conference “Europe as a Task” took place at Prague Castle and the Czernin Palace, focusing on the future of European security. The event featured speeches by President Petr Pavel, former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, and Executive Vice-President of the European Commission Teresa Ribera. See summary of the conference and photo-report below.

EuroLens Journal #1: Europe’s Security at Stake

And it's out! EUROPEUM’s journal EuroLens, which will be published biannualy from now on, is our new magazine full of interviews with experts, commentaries, and articles on both political and non-political topics. You will also find an overview of planned events, conferences, and of course much more. We hope it will be an interesting and inspiring source of information and helpful in your work!

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2. June 2025

Public debate | Green and Digital — Did We Miss Social?

As Europe charges ahead with green and digital transformation, one question grows louder: What about people? Innovation and sustainability are reshaping the continent—but can the European Social Model keep up? We would like to invite you to a debate that puts social inclusion back in the spotlight. We’re joined by Katarina Ivankovic-Knezevic, Director for Social Rights and Inclusion at DG EMPL, European Commission. Be part of the dialogue shaping Europe’s future—where green, digital, and social must go hand in hand.
29. May 2025

European Thursdays in Scout Institute

“People are dying near Kharkiv for Prague as well.” Come to our scout neighborhood on the last Thursday of the month and join the open discussion that will follow after Štěpán Černý presents this hot take. Štěpán Černý is the Director General of the European Section at the Office of the Government, and in June he will be leaving for Brussels as an ambassador to COREPER I.
27. May 2025

JustGreen Climate Forum | Engaging households and citizens in a just transformation

Join us for the JustGreen Climate Forum, taking place on May 27, 2025, at the Scout Institute in Prague. Come and discuss how households and citizens can contribute to a just climate transformation. The event features three thematic blocks focused on the labor market, transport, and housing-including energy poverty. The forum offers space for sharing opinions, experiences, and concrete suggestions on how to build a more sustainable future together. Take part in an open dialogue with experts and other participants, and discover what steps we can take collectively!
22. May 2025

Climate Week Prague | Implementing the Net Zero Industry Act

This workshop, organised by a business association Change for the Better together with Europeum, is a unique opportunity for Czech businesses to formulate a collective position on the implementation of the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) and discuss its impact on the Czech industrial sector. The session will focus on key strategic issues such as financing, regulation, and the competitiveness of the Czech industry in the context of the green transition.
12. May 2025

What's new in the European Parliament? Reflection on the plenary session

We would like to invite you to the next in a series of debates that provide an up-to-date perspective on key topics discussed in the plenary sessions of the European Parliament. The aim of the debates is to offer a clear overview of the decisions taken and their wider impact on the European Union and the Czech Republic. Each debate will provide a space for reflection on major legislative and political steps taken by the European Parliament, direct discussion with MEPs and experts, and an open dialogue with the professional and general public.
9. May 2025

Public podcast - How is Europe 80 years on from the end of World War II?

The Second World War was a fundamental event in the development of Europe and its current shape. But are we still aware of this today? How does the younger generation feel about the conflict, which is 80 years away this year? And do we still need to remember it?
30. April 2025

Report | Reconstruction of Ukraine and support for its membership in the EU and NATO

The round table discussion focused on current issues of Ukraine's post-war reconstruction and its position in the European and security framework. The expert panellists debated the possibilities of providing credible security guarantees to Ukraine, the role of NATO and the EU in ensuring its long-term stability, and the challenges of its future EU membership.The discussion […]
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30. May 2025

CNN Prima News | A congress of politicians held in a morgue is the ultimate insult, outraged residents say in shattered Valencia

Valencia welcomes European politicians with banners in hand. Their message is clear: the resignation of regional Prime Minister Carlos Mazón (Partido Popular), whom they hold fully responsible for the mishandling of the floods. The situation was commented on for CNN Prima News by Carlos Gómez del Tronc, an analyst at the EUROPEUM Institute and head of the Just Europe project.
29. May 2025

Euractiv | Almost two-thirds of Czechs do not want Ukraine in the EU, poll shows

Do Europeans support the EU’s decision to grant Ukraine candidate status with a view to future enlargement? A new Eurobarometer survey found that 61% of Czechs disagree with this move – the highest share in the entire Union. What could be behind this? Analysts from the Institute for European Policy EUROPEUM – Jana Faktor Juzová and Maria Gorbatova – shared their insights with Euractiv.
28. May 2025

Taiwan Insight | V4-Taiwan Industrial Cooperation As A Strategic Response To A Shifting Global Order

The European Union finds itself caught between new dependencies – on US LNG and Chinese clean tech. The Visegrád Four (V4) countries stand out as both highly exposed to these pressures and well-positioned to seize the opportunities from the ongoing green transition. Taiwan is navigating its own energy transformation while striving to maintain a technological edge amid growing geopolitical tensions and shifting supply chains, opening doors for potential V4-Taiwan collaboration. The article for Taiwan Insight was written by Filip Křenek, an analyst at the EUROPEUM Institute for European Policy.
26. May 2025

Český rozhlas Plus | The future of duty-free imports from Ukraine is uncertain. EU ministers meet in Brussels

Two years ago, the European Union temporarily lifted tariffs on Ukrainian agricultural imports to support a country under attack by Russia. However, the duty-free regime is due to expire in less than two weeks and its future is uncertain. Member States' agriculture ministers are discussing the matter today in Brussels.
25. May 2025

TN.cz | EU wants a free trade agreement with India

The European Union could strike one of the biggest trade deals in the world - with India. Indeed, because of a potential trade war and deteriorating relations with the United States, the EU is looking to expand its reach into other global markets. This agreement was first mentioned in 2008. Martin Vokálek, Executive Director of EUROPEUM Institute, discussed the topic.
25. May 2025

iROZHLAS | 'Trump's policies are bringing us closer together' European Union working on free trade deal with India

The European Union could strike one of the biggest trade deals in the world. At least that is what European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says about the free trade agreement with India, which after years of negotiations should be successfully concluded this year. Zuzana Krulichová, an analyst at the EUROPEUM Institute, commented on the agreement for iRozhlas.
1. June 2026

JustGreen

JustGreen project aims to engage the V4 citizens in debates and other forms of public engagement around decarbonization in three areas that are intimately linked to their everyday lives: housing, transport, and the job market. The public engagement activities, along with the ancillary research, shall pinpoint specific obstacles citizens and communities encounter when implementing climate-friendly steps or adapting to the EU decarbonization policies.
31. December 2025

Assisting Independent Media and CSOs in Enhancing the Access to Reliable Information on the European Union and EU Enlargement on Social Media in Armenia

The aim of the project is to provide access to reliable information about the European Union and its enlargement process in the Armenian social media environment.
31. December 2025

Celebrating 25 Years of Czech Republic’s NATO Accession

This project aims to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Czech Republic’s NATO accession, which occurred on March 12, 1999. Anchored in the historic context of NATO’s formation on April 4, 1949, the primary goals of the campaign are to celebrate this significant milestone, effectively communicate the tangible benefits of Czech NATO membership to the public and cultivate a deeper understanding of NATO and U.S.’s pivotal role in safeguarding the nations and Central and Eastern European security. Additionally, the project’s goal is to underscore the strength and benefits of the U.S.-Czech partnership.
2. December 2025

Low-emission materials for the Czech automotive industry

The Low Emission Materials for the Czech Automotive Industry project is the fifth EUROPEUM project aimed at decarbonising the Czech automotive industry. The aim of the project for 2024/2025 is to improve understanding of material flows and regulatory barriers in the automotive sector; to transfer best practices from the international context to the Czech environment; and to identify key areas of Czech and European policies that need to be improved to enable the automotive industry to meet the challenges of decarbonisation and remain competitive.
31. October 2025

Platform Revolution: shaping the future of work in the EU and Western Balkans

The Project centres around the fast development of platform work in the Western Balkans and the EU. This new phenomenon has witnessed fast growth since the pandemic, particularly with digital platforms like “Upwork”.
31. October 2025

REWEU

The project (Re)uniting the East and West: Reflections on the 2004 EU enlargement (REWEU) is focused on the commemoration of the 2004 “big bang” EU enlargement at the occasion of its 20th anniversary in May 2024. This event had numerous positive effects on shaping Europe as we know it today, boosting its security, economic potential, and spreading democracy, good governance and European values across the European continent.
30. May 2025

Policy Brief | The EU's Tactical Approach and 'Conditional Engagement' with China in the Context of a Challenging Transatlantic Relationship

In this Policy Brief, Marcin Przychodniak analyzes the European Union’s current approach to China in the context of shifting transatlantic relations and growing tensions between the US, the EU, and China. The paper highlights key challenges – from increasing dependency on Chinese raw materials and investment concerns to the need for stronger EU defensive tools against economic coercion. It offers recommendations on how to more effectively protect European interests and security amid rising geopolitical tensions.
21. May 2025

Position Paper | Civil society and industry demand measures to boost the use of recycled steel in the automotive sector

The European automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation. As EU legislation on vehicle circularity is being updated, non-profit organisations, think tanks, and representatives of the recycling sector are calling on the European Parliament and the Council to set more ambitious targets for the use of recycled steel in car manufacturing. The signatories of the joint statement are urging stronger measures to ensure that recycled steel becomes a standard component in automotive production.
19. April 2025

Roundtable Report | Germany in Multi-Dimensional Change: Implications for Central Europe

On April 29th, the Brussels Office of EUROPEUM, representing the Think Visegrad Platform, hosted an expert roundtable discussion entitled ‘Germany in multi-dimensional change: implications for Central Europe.’ The event took place at The Library Ambiorix, Square Ambiorix 10, under the Chatham House Rule with a participation of 14 experts. The aim of the discussion was to explore Germany’s ongoing transformation amid overlapping economic, geopolitical, and structural challenges, and their implications for broader European politics.
8. April 2025

Policy Brief | The EU’s Tech Dilemma Under Trump: How to Set Higher Ambitions That Europe Can Actually Achieve - 10 Recommendations for a Targeted European Tech Strategy

In a rapidly changing geopolitical environment, the European Union faces new challenges in its tech policy, especially under a second Trump administration. The EU’s Tech Dilemma Under Trump: How to Set Higher Ambitions That Europe Can Actually Achieve outlines ten targeted recommendations to help the EU build a realistic and effective tech strategy. The policy brief stresses the urgency of reducing Europe's technological dependencies, prioritizing critical areas, fostering tech adoption to boost productivity, and ensuring open, competitive digital markets. Drawing on insights from leading European think tanks, the paper calls for an ambitious yet achievable mission-based approach to safeguard European democracy, sovereignty, and competitiveness.
31. March 2025

Policy Brief | How to Prevent Transport Poverty Using the Social Climate Fund: Recommendations for Policymakers in the Czech Republic

Our latest policy brief is aimed at policy makers, government representatives and experts who influence the development of climate policy in the Czech Republic. The text, written by Rebeka Hengalová, Research Fellow, and Jana Abíková, Head of the Green Europe Programme, maps the transport needs of the most vulnerable groups in the Czech Republic and provides arguments for the timely and full adoption of ETS2 and the appropriate allocation of the SCF to minimise transport poverty. The brief assesses possible solutions and discussed measures that could be funded by the national Social Climate Plan to reduce the impact of ETS2 on low-income households.
31. March 2025

Policy paper | Tackling Transport Poverty in the Czech Republic

While transport poverty does not affect the majority of the population, available data shows that it impacts a significant and growing portion of Czech society, making it a serious issue that cannot be overlooked or expected to resolve itself over time. This policy paper by research fellow Rebeka Hengalová and head of Green Europe programme Jana Abíková details the experiences of transport-poor citizens, outlines good practice of measures from abroad and explains the potential utilisation of the Social Climate Fund in alleviating transport poverty.

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