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Energy Governance in the Republic of Moldova

How can the Republic of Moldova achieve greater energy independence? What role do energy efficiency measures have? Dr Shushanik Minasyan-Ostermann analyses the challenges of energy governance in Moldova.

In the heart of Europe, Europe at the heart? European policy implications of the German federal election 2025

The CDU, which emerged from the elections as the strongest force, is committed to European cooperation. Our trilateral debate with experts from the partner countries France and Poland shows how the major European policy challenges can be addressed.

Moldova’s Path to the EU: Insights from the Local Dialogue in Ciadîr-Lunga

What do people in the autonomous region of Gagauzia think of Moldova’s EU integration process? What are the impacts of the current energy crisis on the upcoming parliamentary elections? These questions were discussed at the fourth local dialogue in Moldova.

The composition of the European Parliament 2024-2029

EU Election Monitor

The European elections in June 2024 illustrate the complexity of European electoral procedures. We need to know more about voting types, seat distribution and the path of the 720 MEPs into parliament - from the vote to the political group.

Kick-off Conference: Germany-Ukraine Dialogues on Rule of Law for EU Accession

Pathways to Progress

Ukraine is the first country to undergo the EU integration process while at war. Despite daily attacks by Russia, Ukraine is advancing with reforms in the rule of law. The topics elections, migration, and justice were the focus of the conference held on 17.01.2025 in Berlin.

Presidential election Croatia 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 2nd round of the presidential election in Croatia will take place on 12 January 2025.

CAPACITY4EU Exchange Visit in the Republic of Moldova

What awaits the Republic of Moldova at the turn of the year? With the EU referendum and the presidential elections just a few weeks ago, a group of German civil society representatives travelled to Moldova to get an impression of the challenges facing the country in 2025.

Lunch Debate: German European Politics at a crossroads?

After the super election year 2024, German European policy is facing major challenges and profound upheavals. With regard to European foreign, security and trade policy, the new German government must become proactive.

On the future of transatlantic relations – IEP Strategy Group Berlin Futures

Donald Trump's second presidency will once again put transatlantic relations to the test. How will the future relationship between Washington and Berlin develop and what strategic approaches are needed for productive cooperation?

Expert Exchange: Germany-Ukraine Dialogues on Rule of Law for EU Accession

Pathways to Progress

At the expert exchange on Ukraine on 12 December 2024 in Berlin, experts discussed the state of reforms, as well as the role of civil society in Ukraine’s EU accession process.

Quo vadis, Georgia? Exchange visit with German experts

After the rigged re-election of the government, repression against opposition parties and civil society is rising in Georgia. The government suspended EU accession talks until 2028. During the GEO4EU Exchange Visit, German experts gained a better understanding of the situation.

GEO4EU training on EU rule of law benchmarking

Supporting Georgian civil society and deepening their knowledge of the EU is more important than ever, especially in these uncertain times. The training component of the GEO4EU project contributes to this.

Parliamentary Election Romania 2024

EU Election Monitor

Election year 2024: What are the European policy implications of national elections in the EU? In the run-up to the parliamentary elections in Romania, which will take place on 1 December 2024, IEP is identifying their implications for Germany and Europe.

Parliamentary Election Ireland 2024

EU Election Monitor

Election year 2024: What are the European policy implications of national elections in the EU? In the run-up to the parliamentary elections in Ireland, which will take place on 29 November 2024, IEP is identifying their implications for Germany and Europe.

Research Project Facilitator - Publications

ua-transformation-lab

Ukraine's social, economic and environmental challenges require sound research and practical solutions. Together with the Ukrainian think tank Cedos, IEP has supported three regional NGO projects. The resulting publications are presented here.

Moldova's path to the EU: Findings from the Local Dialogue in Glodeni

What role do regions and local authorities play in EU accession negotiations? What economic opportunities will EU accession create in rural areas? Findings from the third local dialogue in Moldova.

Presidential Election Romania 2024

EU Election Monitor

Election year 2024: What are the European policy implications of national elections in the EU? In the run-up to the European elections in June, the IEP identifies their implications for Germany and Europe. The 1st round of presidential election in Romania was on November 24.

Roberta Metsola, President of the EU Parliament

What does the President of the European Parliament actually do? In our latest #EUle video, we introduce you to Roberta Metsola, the current President of the European Parliament.

16th Annual Conference of the German-Nordic-Baltic Forum

Due to the high geopolitical relevance of the region, the GNBF plays a key role in promoting dialogue. The focus in 2024 was on central topics such as transatlantic relations, critical infrastructure, EU enlargement and social polarisation.

António Costa, the new President of the European Council

What does the President of the European Council actually do? In our latest #EUle video, we introduce you to António Costa, the new President of the EU Council, who is considered a skilful mediator but whose election was controversial.