3 Questions on Europe's policy of the new German Federal government to Chantal Kopf MdB 3 Questions With a new CDU/CSU–SPD coalition government in Berlin, the future direction of Germany's EU policy is in the spotlight. As the largest EU Member State, any shift in Berlin will inevitably echo across Europe. There are a lot of hopes and expectations and of course challenges that this coalition government will have to navigate. We asked Chantal Kopf MdB, the Europe Spokesperson for the German Green Parliamentary Group in the Bundestag, what this new coalition means for the EU. By Roderick Kefferpütz and Chantal Kopf
Böll EU Newsletter 4/2025 - Europe: looking back, moving forward Newsletter This May invites a moment of reflection. We mark Europe Day and 75 years of the Schuman Declaration, a proposal that laid the foundation for what would eventually become the EU. We also commemorate 80 years since the end of World War II, and 70 years since Germany joined NATO. These dates remind us of how our continent’s institutions have woven diverse countries together in peace, prosperity and shared values. By Roderick Kefferpütz
Vacancy: Head of Programme – Protection of Human Rights Defenders (temporary sick leave replacement), Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung's Global Unit For Democracy and Human Rights, Brussels Vacancy The Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung's Global Unit For Democracy and Human Rights in Brussels is welcoming applications for the open position of "Head of Programme: Protection of Human Rights Defenders" (temporary sick leave replacement). The deadline for applications is Thursday 15 May 2025, 23:59 CEST. By Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
Serbia: past the point of no return? Commentary A wave of pro-democratic uprisings is pushing back against the rise of authoritarianism in the United States, Turkey, Serbia, Hungary, Slovakia, Romania, and many other countries. In Serbia, four months of sustained protests have left the country in political limbo — without a functioning government and facing the prospect of yet another snap election. By Emma Quaedvlieg
How Brussels risks undermining Serbia’s democratisation potential Commentary While Brussels may see the Jadar lithium mining project as a strategic step toward a greener future, Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vučić sees it as a tactical tool to reinforce his grip on power - just as hundreds of thousands rise to reclaim democracy. By Bojan Elek
Böll EU Brief In this era of information overload and endless content streams, time is precious. That’s why we’re launching the Böll EU Brief—a format designed to cut through the noise and deliver clear, concise, and impactful analysis on pressing EU issues and emerging debates. Each brief is packed with sharp insights and key takeaways, presented in a format that takes just 10 minutes to read. We focus on what really matters: offering concise, thought-provoking content that informs opinions and sparks meaningful discussions. Written by experts, the Böll EU Brief complements our in-depth e-papers and publications with relevant and timely perspectives. By Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung European Union
Beyond the cuts: How the defunding affects feminist and civil society organisations Analysis The rise of the far-right movement and recent shifts in global politics have led to significant cuts in foreign development assistance. What are the impacts on feminist and civil society organisations? By Merima Šišić and Derya Binışık
Between and outside 0 and 1 Commentary To understand the importance of self-representation within photography, Merel Maan Galama sheds a light on the history of photography, showing how prejudiced representation of Roma became part of archives, how this influenced the widespread development of stereotypes and how these are now continuously spread through algorithms. By Merel Maan Galama
Böll EU Newsletter 3/2025 – The EU’s role in a shifting global order Newsletter The global order is shifting. Old certainties are crumbling, and the structures that once upheld stability are being tested, eroded, or dismantled. In this moment of flux, the question is: who will hold the line? By Roderick Kefferpütz
3 Questions on the political crisis in Turkey to Dawid Bartelt 3 Questions The arrest of Istanbul’s Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has sent shockwaves through Turkey’s political landscape. Civil society has been protesting every day, amidst a media crackdown that attempts to contain the unrest. What does this mean for Turkey's democracy and the rule of law, and for EU-Turkey relations? We asked 3 Questions to Dawid Bartelt, Director of the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung's Istanbul office. By Joan Lanfranco and Dawid Danilo Bartelt
