What happens when security challenges cross national borders and how do authorities react? The EU Strategy for the Danube Region (EUSDR) brings countries and institutions together to address shared challenges – from joint police operations on the river to strengthening resilience of people and communities.

Germany is at a turning point. Roderich Kiesewetter presents his new book and asks: Will Germany become a capable actor — or leave its future in the hands of others?

Guatemala’s 2023 elections show how digital platforms can defend democracy against authoritarian pressure - but also reveal the limits of digital resistance without deeper institutional reform.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has taken office with promises of political change, while facing significant economic and fiscal constraints. What are his priorities – and how much room does he really have to reshape British politics?

What can the Social Market Economy teach the world? At the 4th International Summer School, 23 young decision-makers from 18 countries explored ideas for sustainable economic and social models.

Transatlantic ties are going local. The new American-German State Legislators Council brings U.S. and German lawmakers together to strengthen cooperation - state by state.

Meet Joyce Pañares, PPI’s Training Director, who equips journalists and young people to confront disinformation, navigate AI and uphold ethical journalism in a changing media landscape.

For the past year, American Robert Francis Prevost has been at the helm of the global Catholic Church under the name Leo XIV. Until recently, one might have thought that he hadn’t really made a name for himself during these twelve months. But Donald Trump, of all people, has changed that.

Kenya’s Mrima Hill rare-earth and niobium tender highlights growing EU critical minerals ambitions, revealing gaps between Europe’s partnership model and Kenya’s evolving mining governance, institutional capacity, and geopolitical alignment challenges.

As Syria undergoes political transition, debate over the future of its Christian communities intensifies, shaped by deep uncertainty, historical rootedness, and increasingly emotional discourse within and beyond the country.