Institut für Europäische Politik

Research, forum, training. Analysing topics of European politics and integration and bringing them to practical implementation. Our mission since 1959. The IEP is a non-profit organisation and one of the leading foreign and European policy research institutions in the Federal Republic of Germany.

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Koordinator:in Finanzen, Verwaltung und Personal

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Round Table on European Democracy: Presidential election Romania

At the first Round Table on European Democracy 2025, Professor Dr Melania-Gabriela Ciot presented an analysis of voting behaviour, Russian influence and the European political consequences of the presidential election in Romania.

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Multistakeholder Dialogue in Kyiv

Pathways to Progress

EU integration is helping to advance rule of law reforms in Ukraine despite ongoing Russian aggression. During the hybrid exchange on the status of the accession process in Kyiv, Ukrainian representatives expressed their determination to maintain the reform momentum.

Permanent ‘temporary’ border controls?

Berlin Perspectives

At the time of the 40th anniversary of Schengen, Germany is controlling all borders. The controls are costly, legally questionable and can strain relations with neighbouring countries. Dr Johanna Hase provides a breakdown and possible solutions in Berlin Perspectives.

Presidential Elections Poland 2025

EU Election Monitor

Election year 2025: What are the European policy implications of national elections in the EU? The IEP identifies their implications for Germany and Europe. The presidential elections in Poland took place on 18 May 2025.

First Research Findings: InvigoratEU Mid-term Conference in Brussels

In Brussels, the InvigoratEU conference brought together representatives of academia, politics and civil society from all over Europe. It provided a space for intensive professional exchange, networking and dialogue on the future of enlargement and neighbourhood policy.

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Early parliamentary election Portugal 2025

EU Election Monitor

Election year 2025: What are the European policy implications of national elections in the EU? The IEP identifies their implications for Germany and Europe. The early parliamentary elections in Portugal took place on 18 May 2025.

InvigoratEU Youth Lab at the University of Passau

EU enlargement, need for reforms and prospects for EU accession - 30 students discussed these topics at the Invigorat EU Youth Lab in Passau. They developed concrete recommendations for the future of EU enlargement policy.

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IEP in the media

Prof Dr Funda Tekin in an interview with Агенда 35

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In an interview with Агенда 35, Prof Dr Funda Tekin talks about the importance of the rule of law as a foundation and basic principle of the EU member states and their candidate countries. She emphasises the need for clear criteria and credible processes in the accession process.

Prof Dr Funda Tekin interviewed by radioeins

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On the 40th anniversary of the Schengen Agreement Prof. Dr Funda Tekin emphasises its central role in European integration and freedom of movement. Simultaneously, she warns of the effects of temporary border controls - a balancing act between security and openness.

Lyudmyla Melnyk talks with experts on the phoenix programme ‘Trump's call with Putin - big words, meagre results?’

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‘It is very important for Ukraine to have its partners on its side. Ukraine has shown its will, we are ready,’ said Lyudmyla Melnyk in the phoenix expert panel on the question of real peace negotiations and Trump's phone call with Putin.

Ljudmyla Melnyk on DER TAG: ‘Peace for Ukraine? Putin's game for time’

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Lyudmyla Melnyk in the ARD podcast ‘Der Tag. One topic, many perspectives’ on the topic of peace in Ukraine: ’In Ukraine, people know that the war will unfortunately last a long time.’

Prof Dr Funda Tekin in an interview with NDR Info

Prof. Dr Funda Tekin, Director of the IEP, spoke to NDR Info about the support for the imprisoned designated CHP presidential candidate and the democratic implications of political developments in Turkey.

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