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Recent developments in Italy pose a serious risk to media freedom in the country, prompting the European Movement International, together with the International Federation of Journalists, the European Federation of Journalists and others to write to the European Commission Vice President Vera Jourova, asking her to take action. Meloni is being constructive in Brussels, not least on Ukraine, but back home she is targeting minorities, removing the rights of rainbow families and undermining media freedom.   Despite efforts to normalise her and her party, and even entertain the notion of post-EP elections alliances, the above shows that her domestic agenda goes contrary to some of the EU’s fundamental values. See more here https://lnkd.in/ekNq5G8W Many thanks to Jakob Hanke Vela for featuring this initiative in POLITICO Europe’s Playbook this morning. The press, at the national and European level, have a crucial role to play in ensuring governments don’t violate our most fundamental freedoms and rights.

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Where does the #AIAct stand in terms of implementation? The call to participate in the GPAI codes of practice, consultation on a "sufficiently detailed summary," and AI Pact's draft pledges are expected before the end of the month, but the work at the EU level is progressing on several fronts. All details on MLex. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eeWfTfDd

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Tonight at #BeersPoliticsEU we discussed the #EUelections2024 🇪🇺 with Valentin Dupouey, Federico Maria Terreni and Bianca Baumler. I left with some reflections: 💬 71% of EU citizens replied that they would likely vote in the European elections, according to the very latest EP Spring 2024 Survey (really?). 💬 Young people are more likely to connect and identify with sectors/subgroups, whom they belong to than to their citizenship, which means we need more community-based communications. 💬 Russia's war on Ukraine, the impact the COVID-19 health pandemic, and the farmers protest in Europe are geopolitical examples with impact on citizens willingness to vote. 💬 Both the threat and promise of the far-right are driving voters. 💬 The increasing divide between progressive young women versus young (white) men with extreme right views on abortion, migration, equality etc. 💬 The need to understand the difference between old and newer EU member states, the specificity of Central and Eastern Europe and its culture, history, and (mis)trust in institutions/politics. Thanks to Ángela González Montes for moderating, Harold Tor-Daenens for organising and ZN for hosting! Join us next time! #thistimeIamvoting #UseYourVote #EU2024 P.s. Listen to the EU Elections Podcast by Arianna & Federico 👍

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EDA #AnnualReport 2023 | EDA facts and figures 📊 The Agency’s annual conference 2023 was exceptional, with several high-level speakers addressing the participants in the room and online. Keynotes included the President of the Council of the European Union Charles Michel, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and Head of Agency and EU High Representative Josep Borrell as well as senior national, #EU, and #NATO officials and executives from the EU defence industry. In 2023, EDA further strengthened its role as hub for #EUdefence cooperation: 🔹 94 projects, programmes and activities in progress; 🔹 9 PESCO projects supported; 🔹 €460.66 million in contributions from Member States to ongoing ad hoc Capability and R&T programmes and projects. To learn more, download the full report - bit.ly/4d7R1GJ #defence #europeanunion #EDAturns20

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🎙The #G7 summit starts today in Italy, and we at the European Council on Foreign Relations have just launched a new podcast series "Meloni goes Multilateral" on the priorities of the Italian presidency. In this episode, I am hosted by my colleague Teresa Coratella to talk with the great Mohammed Soliman about connectivity projects, infrastructural competition, and the role the Group of Seven can play in fostering the development of economic corridors beyond the develop world (and, obviously IMEC as well). Listen here👇

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A very interesting article showing how voters will turn a blind eye to authoritarianism to vote for parties that prioritise their interests, over democratic principles. In polarised societies voters may be given a choice: Sacrifice democratic principles, in favour of policies you care about, or sacrifice policies you care about, in favour of protecting democratic principles. This is a voters dilemma. #democracy

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⚡️Brilliant evening yesterday, about "Past and future: shaping Europe's industrial policy” with Politico Europe that made one forget about cold and rainy Brussels 😅! 🙌🏻 After a great discussion on EU competitiveness between Barbara Moens and MEPs Anna Michelle Asimakopoulou, Ville Niinistö, and Tsvetelina Penkova, a very inspiring and exclusive interview with Enrico Letta straight after his report's presentation, "Much More than a Market", to our leaders. 🔝My few takeaways to give you appetite to read the full report : * The report wants to present realistic solutions to review our Single Market. * Is is a big toolbox and the solution will be the best combination of them. * Speed and scale are the essence and it's a collective game. * Europe should find its unique and wonderful way🇪🇺. So, to sum up, there is a clear call for collective actions: ‼️Everybody, read the report and share what you think 🧐! ‼️A great complementary reading is "Letter to Europe", from Luca de Meo which proposes concrete measures to boost our competitivity 🚀. ‼️EU leaders, our future is in your hands 💪🏻! ‼️Looking forward for Mario Draghi's report on EU competitiveness 🤓! #IndustrialPolicyEU 📒https://lnkd.in/e7EUDkxG 📒https://lnkd.in/eKKQBBsb

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🌍 Concerned about the lack of coverage on the EU's new migration pact in Italian news? I am. As Mediterranean countries, we're at the forefront of this issue. It's disheartening to see such crucial topics not getting the attention they deserve. I recently came across an enlightening article by Daniel Trilling, where he delves into the potential risks posed by this pact. Through the lens of the film 'Io capitano,' Trilling sheds light on why millions could be at risk due to this pact. Check out the article to gain valuable insights into this pressing issue and join the conversation on how we can address the challenges ahead. #EU #MigrationPact #Mediterranean #IoCapitano #HumanitarianConcerns #GlobalIssues

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[18-12-2023 by Freddie del Curatolo] -- "The Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy, Adolfo Urso, has envisioned for the Luigi Broglio Space Center in Ngomeni (Malindi) a return to the glorious past of space launches of launchers and satellites, after the flight programs were discontinued in 1988. Urso said the government is thinking seriously about it, including as part of the celebrated "Mattei Plan" for Africa. He did so during the opening ceremony of the exhibition "Space Made in Italy. Observation, Exploration, Future and Technology: the Italian Journey from Earth to Cosmos" by the Italian Space Agency. "At present, the base also known as "San Marco" is exclusively engaged in monitoring satellites passing over the equator, but it could once again become the hub of space exploration, not only for our country, but especially for the African continent and nations, first and foremost Kenya, that are looking into space research. "Italy can be a protagonist in the space adventure of the African continent because we think our base in Malindi can become the space base for small satellite constellations of African countries." The idea, according to Urso, is to also create the ideal launch base for the Italian Vega launcher, thus avoiding paying France for the use of the French Guiana base."

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The situation can only worsen after the new EU electoral round. The Italian #civilsociety for years pragmatically exploited the #EU space to protect democracy and fundamental rights. Will #transnationalism continue to be a possibility in the future?

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Sunday's European Parliament elections in Greece produced an interesting set of results: The ruling centre-right New Democracy party took a somewhat unexpected hit, the parties of the left failed to gain much ground, while the hard right appeared to strengthen its position. Yiannis Mouzakis & Georgia Nakou joined us on The Agora podcast to discuss these developments and to work out if things are as they seem. #Greece #EuropeanParliament #EUelections2024 #politics #podcast

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I’m happy to present a report 📄 that Paul Taylor, Miles R. Maftean, and I have crafted for PartyParty! The EU's political scene and the upcoming elections 🇪🇺 can be overwhelming. If you do not know where to start, this might be the cheat sheet you need. 👇 "Europe Votes: A Comprehensive Guide to Political Families for the 2024 European Parliament Elections." This guide is carefully curated to explore the EU's political playground, offering valuable insights and analyses. What’s inside our guide? 👉 The Power Players: Comprehensive profiles of key figures within major political families. 👉 Behind the Scenes: Uncover the ideological and strategic foundations of these groups and gain exclusive insights of internal dynamics. 👉 In-depth Party Manifestos: A detailed comparison of each political family’s promises on critical issues. 👉 Voter Base Insights: Understand what drives their voters and the trends influencing voter behaviour. 👉 Election Forecast: Predictions based on the latest trends and data, helping you anticipate the outcomes of the elections. Europe is at a crossroads, and these elections could shape our democratic future for years to come. Whether you're a political professional, enthusiast, or student, we believe you’ll find our guide incredibly insightful. Download your free copy today! If you find this guide valuable, please share it with your network. Let’s spread the knowledge and foster informed discussions across our community. #EuropeVotes #EuropeanParliament #Election2024 #PoliticalFamilies #Democracy #PartyParty

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🔍 The Italian Far Right: Developments and Contemporary Networks🔍 🌍 The research sheds light on the complex landscape of Italy's right wing #extremism. Since 2015, there has been a noticeable rise in activity among radical #rightwing groups, both online and offline, reflecting a broader trend seen across Europe and the U.S. This study delves deep into the networks, ideologies, and operational methods of these groups, revealing a fragmented yet interconnected web of extremist factions. 🕵️‍♂️ 🏛️ The #Italian extreme right is not a monolithic entity but a diverse array of movements, ranging from #neofascist and #neonazi to #xenophobic and #antisemitic. Key players include Casa Pound, Forza Nuova, and Lealtà e Azione, each with distinct ideological roots and operational styles. 💣 The research also highlights the emerging trend of #accelerationist and #supremacist ideologies, characterized by their militant and often terrorist activities. These ideologies are heavily propagated through online platforms like Telegram and VKontakte, where extremists recruit, organize, and plan violent actions. Such groups operate both through organized #cells and as #lonewolves, exhibiting a high degree of geographical and organizational fluidity. 🚔 Despite the absence of recent major attacks, there has been significant police activity against these groups, leading to several arrests and the dismantling of cells like Nuovo Ordine Sociale and Ultima Legione. These operations underscore the persistent threat posed by radical right-wing ideologies and the critical need for continued vigilance. 🧵 The paper is available for free upon registration at the following link: https://lnkd.in/dg3k4e6F. 🔔 Subscribe to my Linktree page to stay updated on publications, articles, infographics, and much more: https://linktr.ee/emaodd

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Good news: 🐳 🐋 🦈 🐠 🐙 🦑 European Parliament consents by an overwhelming majority for the EU to ratify the #HighSeasTreaty. This is an important step forward for EU ratification; ifaw urges the EU Council to conclude the process as quickly as possible and all EU Member States to complete the ratification process domestically. The 27 EU Member States represent nearly half the remaining 56 ratifications needed for the treaty to enter into force. If EU Member States act quickly, they can be a driving force to conserve over half the Earth’s surface. Right now, only 1% of the High Seas are protected. The rest remains a mostly lawless space where millions of marine species have no protection. Yet oceans are the largest habitat on Earth, producing half the Earth’s oxygen, and absorbing about 30% of the carbon dioxide created. With this treaty, we have a formidable opportunity to help protect the planet and combat climate change. Governments around the world have committed to protecting 30% of our ocean by 2030, so we have no time to lose.   This is one of the most significant treaties of our times. While this decision by the European Parliament is an important milestone, EU Member States and other governments around the world need to take the plunge to make this a reality. #RaceForRatification High Seas Alliance 

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Here is my latest analysis on the rapidly deepening ties between Japan and Italy: Japan and Italy agree to beef up defense and diplomatic cooperation Japan and Italy have agreed on a plan to deepen cooperation over the next three years in key areas such as diplomacy, defense and trade, as Rome aims to intensify engagement in the Indo-Pacific and Tokyo seeks to bolster its network of “like-minded” partners amid shared concerns over rising regional tensions. Announced by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his Italian counterpart, Georgia Meloni, Friday on the margins of a three-day Group of Seven leaders’ summit in Italy, the roadmap through 2027 outlines a series of concrete steps and commitments designed to take the countries’ strategic partnership to new heights. The plan covers issues in seven areas, including diplomacy, defense and security, trade and economic security, cultural and people-to-people exchanges, science and technology as well as food and agriculture. Meloni, who chaired this year’s G7 summit, welcomed the “significant progress” made since the two countries elevated their bilateral ties to a “strategic partnership” in January last year, agreeing with Kishida at their meeting to work closely to further deepen relations. The plan — the first of its kind between Japan and Italy — serves as a testament to the importance both leaders have attached to advancing bilateral relations amid their countries’ growing alignment on issues such as the war in Ukraine, the Gaza conflict, Chinese actions in the Indo-Pacific, Africa’s development and boosting economic resilience. In terms of diplomacy, the action plan calls on both sides to institutionalize annual “strategic dialogue” meetings between their respective foreign and defense ministries, with Tokyo and Rome also pledging to work together both bilaterally and within multilateral forums such as the G7 and the United Nations to foster “peace, stability and development.” The strategic partners also pledged to diversify supply chains for critical minerals and semiconductors while promoting bilateral investments and trade in areas such as agritech, automotive, space and green energy transition, including through the Japan-EU Economic Partnership Agreement. In terms of military cooperation, Rome and Tokyo will regularize high-level talks as well as expand joint defense and security activities, including Italian port calls in Japan, joint training, exercises and greater defense-industrial cooperation. The two sides also agreed to launch formal negotiations on a bilateral acquisition and cross-services agreement, a move that would facilitate the smooth and prompt provision of supplies and services between the two militaries. Click here to read the full analysis: https://lnkd.in/ggyKgnVS

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Revitalizing Central Italy: Local Recovery Efforts Supported by EU Funds Central Italy🇮🇹 is making strides in its post-earthquake🫨 recovery with extensive efforts to rebuild infrastructure and support local communities. Key projects include restoring essential services, housing, and local businesses. These efforts are made possible through European funds🇪🇺, ensuring long-term sustainability and economic stability for the region. For more details, read the full article👇 #Reconstruction #CommunitySupport #EUFunds

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Political expedience gets us to the endgame of only a very small coalition of parties willing to actively support anti-discrimination. The current dialogue in the Council ends with ‘well, it’s the Member States’ competence whether they want to be bigots or not.’ The goal here, it seems to me, is not just continuing the Anti-Racism Action Plan, but keeping the dream alive of adopting an dynamic, legal framework - a process that will obviously take decades.  The fact that it’s now difficult to get delegates to agree to even continue high-level dialogues into countering racism and discrimination across the EU is a worrying reflection of how good we're getting at placating the far right. 

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I have often been asked why there should be Roma journalists, why there should be Roma media. The answer is simple. The task of the Roma journalist is to ask the questions that other journalists will not ask. Today I contacted the communication team of the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola to request an interview regarding the MEPs from anti-Roma political parties, including those convicted of racism. She was re-elected at the first parliamentary session yesterday and it is logical to ask her for an official position as the presence of these people in Brussels calls into question Parliament's commitment to fighting antigypsyism. I am giving publicity to this because I think publicity is also a way to put pressure on the institutions. Freedom of speech is a European value that we should not give up in advance. How many people practice it? Why did we cede this right to the "bad guys"? How is it possible that we have access to so many social networks and yet we are so quiet and so careful? Self-censorship?

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