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ČRo Plus | Measures to mitigate the energy crisis will continue

December 19, 2023

Enhanced solidarity, faster deployment of renewable energy and protection of EU citizens from excessive energy prices. EU energy ministers in Brussels today reached agreement on an extension of three measures adopted last year in response to Russia's war against Ukraine. Their aim is to mitigate the impact of the energy crisis. Our senior researcher Kateřina Davidová commented on the topic for ČRo Plus.

Policy Paper | European Union Values and Member States: Crises, Solidarity, and the Role of the Rotating Council Presidency

December 19, 2023

In order to fight major problems facing the European Union, including the constant accusations of the democratic deficit of the entire integration project, it is necessary to understand the importance of adopting, respecting, and implementing fundamental European values in member states. Writes Dario Čepo in his Policy Paper.

Policy Paper | Hodnoty Evropské unie a členské státy: Krize, solidarita a úloha rotujícího předsednictví Rady

December 19, 2023

Pro boj s hlavními problémy, kterým Evropská unie čelí, včetně neustálých obvinění z demokratického deficitu celého integračního projektu, je nutné pochopit význam přijetí, respektování a uplatňování základních evropských hodnot v členských státech. Píše Dario Čepo ve svém politickém dokumentu.

BLOG | The case of Lampedusa: A humanitarian crisis in the midst of a dilemma between EU solidarity and states’ sovereignty

December 04, 2023

In September 2023, Lampedusa, a small Italian island, faced an unprecedented surge in arrivals, sparking a heated debate within the EU. With conflicting perspectives from leaders like Ursula Von der Leyen, the focus has shifted from humanitarian aid to security concerns. This blog written by Nicolas Rouillard explores the complexities of the crisis, the divergent opinions, and the critical decisions ahead that could reshape Europe's approach to migration.

Op-Ed | The grain dispute is the first sign that Ukraine's EU accession will not be easy. What obstacles await on this path?

May 02, 2023

The Ukrainian grain situation is making waves in Europe. Deputy Director and Head of the Brussels Office Ziga Faktor wrote an Op-Ed about the impact of the situation on the country's EU accession and how some member states are reacting.

EURACTIV.CZ | Podcast: EU buduje ‚pevnost Evropa‘. Nic na tom nezměnili ani ukrajinští uprchlíci

May 19, 2023

Válka na Ukrajině, která zapříčinila příchod milionů uprchlíků do zemí sedmadvacítky, přišla v době, kdy Evropská unie řeší reformu migrační politiky. Jak se do ní zkušenost s uprchlickou vlnou propsala? K tomu se vyjadřuje náš zástupce ředitele Christian Kvorning Lassen.

ENERGY-HUB: Czech Presidency emphasises European energy solidarity

December 14, 2022

Our senior researcher Kateřina Davidová participated in the conference "How did the Czech Republic turn green during the European Presidency?". She commented on what she believes is the success of the Czech Presidency.

MF DNES: EU to buy gas together, no price ceiling yet

October 26, 2022

European leaders agree on how to tackle the current gas situation. The solution should be joint purchases or compulsory solidarity between countries in case of emergency. Two instruments to limit the price of gas were agreed. The first is a dynamic price limit, which should moderate prices in the event of a rapid increase. The second should ensure that prices are corrected in the event of fluctuations during daily trading on the stock exchange. Our research fellow Michal Hrubý provided his view on these solutions to Mladá fronta Dnes.

E15: Ukraine has been resisting Russian aggression for six months. A severe winter will test Western solidarity.

August 24, 2022

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has been going on for half a year. Despite constant fighting and pressure from Russia on Ukraine, the Russian Federation has failed to conquer Kiev. On the surface, it may appear that the war has stalled, but this is merely a deliberate tactic by Ukraine not to engage in major operations, but to wear down the Russian army. Western unity may be affected by new leadership in Italy and the UK, for example. However, the Czech Republic can play an important role, as it currently holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Our researcher Danielle Piatkiewicz also commented on the topic.

iRozhlas: 'Fresh' first month of the presidency. The Union is relieved that the Czechs have negotiated even a problematic point like gas

August 02, 2022

In their article on the current European energy policy, iRozhlas.cz refers to the study Gas in Numbers - European solidarity with gas: where does the Czech Republic stand?, which was prepared for EUROPEUM by our researcher Michal Hrubý. Michal Hrubý also commented in more detail for iRozhlas on the necessity of building energy independence from Russia, reducing annual consumption and Czech interests.