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Visegrad Insight PodcastMar 12, 2024

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Mar 12, 202421:03
Will the Rule of Law Hold in Slovakia?
Mar 05, 202422:01
The V4 Summit: A Clash of Western Voices and Russian Narratives
Feb 28, 202421:54
How to Govern Future Europe
Feb 20, 202422:20
Hungarian Pardon for Paedophile Accomplice Rocks Budapest, President Resigns as Scandal Grows
Feb 14, 202434:32
Contemplating Change: Exploring the Economic Realities of Euro Adoption in Central Europe

Contemplating Change: Exploring the Economic Realities of Euro Adoption in Central Europe

In a special episode of Visegrad Insight, Adam Jasser talks to Zsolt Darvas, a renowned economist from Breugel, about the prospects of eurozone membership for the leading economies in CEE.

Feb 08, 202435:00
Hungary's Defeat at EU Summit Is a Ukrainian Victory

Hungary's Defeat at EU Summit Is a Ukrainian Victory

In today's episode, Galan Dall and Adam Jasser discuss reasons behind Hungary's surprising defeat at the EU summit over Ukraine funding, as Prime Minister Viktor Orbán seems to have finally lost all allies over his pro-Russian stance. Visegrad Insight editors also look at the broader implications of revelations that a Latvian member of the European Parliament is accused of being a  long-standing Russian intelligence asset.

Feb 06, 202415:03
Orbán's Chaotic Hypocrisy
Jan 30, 202420:54
Poland's Struggle To Revive Democracy Is Not Over Yet

Poland's Struggle To Revive Democracy Is Not Over Yet

In today's podcast, Deputy Editor Adam Jasser talks to Professor Barbara Brodzińska-Mirowska, a leading Polish political scientist, about the rocky transition of power in Poland as the new government seeks to consolidate its power ahead of local and European elections in the spring.

Jan 24, 202421:39
Tensions In Poland Skyrocket As New Government Seeks To Restore Rule Of Law

Tensions In Poland Skyrocket As New Government Seeks To Restore Rule Of Law

Adam Jasser and Galan Dall discuss the backdrop behind last week's protests in Warsaw, how they compare against the growing grassroots demonstrations in Slovakia as well as what support Ukraine can expect from Europe in the coming weeks and months.

Jan 16, 202424:18
 Impact of Charles Michel's Resignation on the EU Council and EP Elections

Impact of Charles Michel's Resignation on the EU Council and EP Elections

Adam Jasser and Galan Dall discuss what to expect from the EU Council President's resignation and how autocratic leaders share the same playbook in European and American democracies.

Jan 10, 202420:58
Orbán’s Isolation: How Poland’s New Government Changed the Game for Ukraine and Moldova
Dec 19, 202319:09
Donald Tusk To Be Sworn In As Polish PM
Dec 05, 202325:24
Hungary's EU Presidency in 2024 Will Be Sidelined By EP elections
Nov 28, 202301:06:25
How European Democracies Are to Survive a New Trump Era

How European Democracies Are to Survive a New Trump Era

Adam Jasser interviews Wojciech Przybylski about the release of a new report, How European Democracies Are to Survive a New Trump Age, which outlines four possible foresight-driven scenarios for EU strategic policy. These scenarios stem from developments in the democratic security, economic and security arenas, as well as the state of transatlantic relations. Click the link below to learn more and download the report.

https://visegradinsight.eu/eu-values-foresight/

This podcast is co-funded by the European Union. The Foresight On European Values and Democratic Security programme is part of a 4-year framework partnership to support European networks, civil society organisations active at the EU level and European think tanks in Union values (CERV).



Nov 17, 202329:39
EU Enlargement and the Western Balkans

EU Enlargement and the Western Balkans

Albin Sybera discusses with Faris Kočan - assistant professor at the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ljubljana and author of the forthcoming book "Identity, Ontological Security and Europeanisation in Republika Srpska" - the recent EU enlargement report. The report attempts to balance the strategic need to integrate the Western Balkans (WB) and the reforms WB countries need to carry out. Interesting to note are the shared regional narratives prolific in the WB ahead of the 17 December elections in Serbia.


Nov 14, 202328:54
High Turnout In Poland and Slovakia Shows Attachment to Democracy in V4 Remains Strong

High Turnout In Poland and Slovakia Shows Attachment to Democracy in V4 Remains Strong

In today's podcast, Deputy Editor Adam Jasser interviews Dr Jakub Šrol of the Slovak Academy of Science about the results of a major survey on attitudes to democracy in Visegrad Four countries and Germany, which seem to have chimed well with the latest election results in Poland and Slovakia.

Nov 08, 202319:15
Ukraine's EU Path Straightens As Its War Effort Runs Into Trouble
Nov 07, 202321:18
Hungary's Orbán "fascinates" with his contradictory stance on Ukraine and Israel

Hungary's Orbán "fascinates" with his contradictory stance on Ukraine and Israel

In his pursuit of being the eternal EU rebel and Donald Trump's chief European acolyte, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán demonstrates glaring inconsistency by refusing to acknowledge Ukraine's right to defend itself against Russia and advocating a ceasefire while univocally supporting Israel's offensive in Gaza.

Oct 31, 202319:42
Anne Applebaum on the Polish Elections – How Autocratic Populism Failed

Anne Applebaum on the Polish Elections – How Autocratic Populism Failed

Editor-in-Chief Wojciech Przybylski analyses with the journalist and Pulitzer Prize winner how the outgoing government in Poland used unfair election tactics in the recent campaign and how these elections will be studied by pro-democratic forces wishing to turn back illiberal forces in Central and Eastern Europe.

Oct 25, 202325:06
The Radical Nominees for Slovakia's Cabinet

The Radical Nominees for Slovakia's Cabinet

Editors Galan Dall and Albin Sybera discuss the controversial developments unfolding in Bratislava's next government in light of Viktor Orban's meeting with Vladimir Putin and the recent Polish elections.

Oct 24, 202319:27
Restoring Rule of Law In Poland Will be a Long Process

Restoring Rule of Law In Poland Will be a Long Process

Poland's victorious opposition may wait several weeks before it can form the government due to stalling by the outgoing government and its ally, President Andrzej Duda. Duda and the constitutional tribunal packed with political appointees will make it hard to pass legislation, Jakub Jaraczewski, a leading constitutional scholar, tells Visegrad Insight.

Oct 19, 202319:48
Polish women turned out to vote in the election to defend their rights

Polish women turned out to vote in the election to defend their rights

The large turnout shows the high level of engagement by Polish women, who, despite the rise in child benefit by the ruling Law and Justice, are afraid of getting pregnant because of cases where medical care is denied,  Amanda Coakley, award-winning journalist and Europe's Futures fellow at the IWM in Vienna, tells Visegrad Insight.

Oct 18, 202314:30
 Young Poles turned out in huge numbers to reject social conservatism

Young Poles turned out in huge numbers to reject social conservatism

In today's episode, Deputy Editor Adam Jasser interviews Krzysztof Izdebski, a Visegrad Insight Fellow and policy officer at Batory Foundation, about the results of Poland's historic general election marked by the high turnout and mobilisation of young voters.

Oct 17, 202321:48
Polish Election Pivotal for EU Direction

Polish Election Pivotal for EU Direction

In this week's podcast, Visegrad Insight editors Wojciech Przybylski and Adam Jasser discuss the potential impact of the Polish parliamentary election next Sunday on the EU's ability to move forward with  its ambitious strategic agenda, including enlargement.

Oct 09, 202314:30
Fico's Win Risks Undermining EU Unity on Ukraine

Fico's Win Risks Undermining EU Unity on Ukraine

In today's podcast, Visegrad Insight editors Wojciech Przybylski and Adam Jasser discuss the outcome of the Slovak election, which may bring firebrand pro-Russia ex-Prime Minister Fico to power, as well as the potential impact of the huge weekend rally of Polish opposition supporters on the country's parliamentary vote on 15 October.

Our guest this week, Richard Giragosian of the Regional Studies Center in Yerevan, an independent think-tank, argues that Azerbajan's military takeover of Nagorno-Karabakh reflects the growing self-confidence of Baku and Russia's dwindling power in the South Caucasus. The West's passive approach so far must be replaced by a resolve to prevent another military attack by Azerbaijan on its democratic neighbour. 

Oct 03, 202333:03
What Will Happen to Slovakia If Fico Returns to Power?
Sep 25, 202318:18
Migration Becomes a Hot Topic for Europe Again

Migration Becomes a Hot Topic for Europe Again

In this week's episode, Wojciech Przybylski and Adam Jasser discuss why migration will remain a policy issue for the EU and more acutely Central Europe, specifically in Hungary and Poland where both governments that are nominally anti-migration have been running visa-for-cash programmes.

This week's guest is Marjorie Castle, a professor at the University of Utah, who explains the need for right-wing populists to have international elites to fight against as well as their weaponisation of the enlargement process and the future of democracy.

Sep 21, 202339:17
India Launches Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor

India Launches Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor

In this week's podcast, Deputy Managing Editor Adam Jasser and Agnieszka Homańska discuss the launch of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor at the G20 meeting in New Dehli,  which seems to be a challenge to China's Belt and Road and its claim to lead the Global South. The podcast also gives an update on the election campaigns in Poland and Slovakia, as surveys indicate a very close race in both countries.

Sep 12, 202314:05
The Ukrainian Renaissance: Rebuilding and Transparency

The Ukrainian Renaissance: Rebuilding and Transparency

In this week’s podcast, Editor-in-Chief Wojciech Przybylski sits down with Volodymyr Omelyan, the Former Minister of Infrastructure of Ukraine, to discuss the future of Ukraine: the costs of rebuilding the country, meeting the challenge of instability and tackling corruption through transparency.

Sep 05, 202333:21
Hybrid Threats in Poland Amidst EU Expansion Talks

Hybrid Threats in Poland Amidst EU Expansion Talks

Weekly Outlook by Adam Jasser and Miles R. Maftean: European Council President Charles Michel’s recent statement at the Bled Strategic Forum has opened up a Pandora’s Box of questions. He stresses that the EU should be ready to accept new members by 2030, feeling the already complex discussion. From a mysterious outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease that has killed seven people to alarm-induced train halts across multiple cities, Poland’s domestic security is under scrutiny. Authorities suspect intentional tampering with the water system and are investigating the digital stop messages sent to trains.

Special guest: Spasimir Domaradzki, Visegrad Insight Fellow, sits down with Adam Jasser to discuss the death of prominent Bulgarian businessman Alexey Petrov, and how murders in Bulgaria are another opportunity for former political elites to secure their background to make sure that some of the potential threats are eliminated.

Aug 29, 202326:33
Can Inward Europe be Self-Reliant?
Aug 22, 202336:15
Wagner Group's Military Role Overshadowed by Propaganda and Politics

Wagner Group's Military Role Overshadowed by Propaganda and Politics

Weekly outlook by Adam Jasser and Wojciech Przybylski: The official Polish election campaign for the October 15 parliamentary vote is now in full swing. Jarosław Kaczyński, the leader of the ruling Law and Justice party, has levelled accusations against the opposition, branding them as traitors. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will visit Hungary on August 20 to discuss "security issues", a Hungarian government spokesman said.

Special guest: Piotr Łukasiewicz, Former Poland Ambassador to Afghanistan, sits down to discuss the importance of Wagner group mercenaries in Belarus from a military and political perspective.

Aug 16, 202334:51
Duda’s Date: The Countdown to Poland’s Elections

Duda’s Date: The Countdown to Poland’s Elections

Weekly outlook by Agnieszka Homanska and Wojciech Przybylski: President Duda is constitutionally obliged to announce the start of Poland’s election campaign by Sunday, with voting expected between 15 October and 5 November. Unofficial campaigning has already begun in Poland, with the ruling government party using a number of tricks to boost their campaign budgets. Threats to NATO’s Eastern Flank continue with hybrid aggression on the Belarus border.

Aug 08, 202324:27
Negotiating Peace Amid Conflict: Ukraine's Military Successes and Diplomatic Efforts

Negotiating Peace Amid Conflict: Ukraine's Military Successes and Diplomatic Efforts

Weekly outlook by Galan Dall and Miles R. Maftean: The situation in Ukraine is escalating, with recent gains on the battlefield in the Western Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions and a significant strike on the Chonhar bridge. An upcoming peace summit set for early August in Jeddah. Developments involving the Wagner Group near the Polish and Lithuanian borders spark heightened tensions across the Baltic states.

Aug 01, 202314:57
The Centre Holds in Spain a Setback for Populist Alliance

The Centre Holds in Spain a Setback for Populist Alliance

Weekly outlook by Miles R. Maftean and Adam Jasser: The extreme-right Spanish party, Vox, suffered a notable loss in the elections, leading to a hung parliament. Vox had the endorsement of right-wing leaders Viktor Orban from Hungary and Jarosław Kaczyński from Poland. Odesa’s Orthodox Cathedral was razed by Russian missiles, escalating the city’s bombardment. Kyiv threatens to halt all ships heading to the Black Sea. Poland, leading a group of five other Central and Eastern European nations, has called for extending a temporary EU ban on Ukrainian food and grain imports. The European Commission has filed a lawsuit against Poland over a controversial ruling by its Constitutional Court.

Jul 25, 202319:17
Polish Election Looms Large amid Ukraine War Effort

Polish Election Looms Large amid Ukraine War Effort

In this week's podcast, Editor-in-Chief Wojciech Przybylski and Deputy Managing Editor Adam Jasser discuss the outcome of the NATO Summit in Vilnius and Ukraine's counteroffensive, as well as take a deep look into Polish politics ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for October. The most recent polling suggests a possibly hung parliament, which could result in Warsaw's inability to take a leading role in EU and NATO affairs.


Jul 17, 202324:48
The Urgent Need for EU Enlargement

The Urgent Need for EU Enlargement

Weekly outlook by Galan Dall and Albin Sybera: Israeli-style security guarantees likely to be offered to Ukraine at the NATO Summit in Vilnius, as well as a "pathway" for Ukraine to join the alliance. President Zelenskyy's trip through Central Europe (CE) not only showcased Ukraine's adeptness in combating Russian disinformation narratives, but his speeches suggest an awareness of how these campaigns are targeting elections in CE.

Special guests - Editor-in-chief Wojciech Przybylski, Vice President Magda Jakubowska and Visegrad Insight Fellow Jan Farfal sit down with Visegrad Insight Fellow Pavel Havliček and Assistant to the Czech Deputy Minister of European Affairs Marek Bičan to discuss the urgency for EU enlargement.

Jul 11, 202337:22
Framing History: Capturing Transformation from Berlin to Gdansk

Framing History: Capturing Transformation from Berlin to Gdansk

Weekly outlook by Galan Dall and Wojciech Przybylski: As Sweden hands over the EU presidency to Spain, the first stop for Prime Minister Sanchez is a visit to Ukraine. The deception and theatre of the Wagner group moving to Belarus continue, with an already tense situation on the border of Belarus with their forced migration actions into Latvia, Poland, and Lithuania. One week before the NATO summit in Vilnius, the question remains about what will be offered to Ukraine regarding security guarantees. Poland and Hungary joined ranks and vetoed the EU's proposal for asylum, despite the demographic challenges in each country — a breakdown of what this means for the Polish election cycle in the coming months.

Special guest – Executive Assistant Agnieszka Homanska sits down with renowned British-Polish photographer Christopher Niedenthal to discuss some of his most famous photographs, from the Berlin Wall's fall to the Gdansk protests in 1989.

Jul 04, 202337:17
 European Populism - Down, but Not Out

European Populism - Down, but Not Out

Weekly outlook by Miles R. Maftean and Adam Jasser: Yevgeny Prigozhin's rebellion and subsequent exile in Belarus spotlight Putin's weakening grip on power, amplified by Russia's war with Ukraine. The shift towards Belarus' President Lukashenka's role, who resolved the rebellion and now hosts Prigozhin, exhibits his growing significance in Putin’s scheme. Amid this turmoil, Ukraine’s struggle to quickly access international reconstruction funds, along with Slovak President Čaputová’s decision not to seek re-election and Jarosław Kaczyński’s reappointment as Poland’s deputy prime minister, highlight the escalating political complexity in the region.

Special guests – Marcin Krol Fellow Iván László Nagy sits down with political scientist Cat Mudde to discuss how Europe has incorporated populism rather than creating effective tools to mitigate its rise. Mudde highlights how the West’s promotion of liberal democracy is rooted in strategy, not ideology.

Jun 29, 202331:35
China’s Ascent and Western Democracy - What’s Next?

China’s Ascent and Western Democracy - What’s Next?

Weekly outlook by Miles R. Maftean and Wojciech Przybylski: Poland and Hungary amplified their objection to an EU asylum deal, wrongly labelling it as imposed migration from south to central Europe. Polish leader Jarosław Kaczyński proposed a referendum on the value in an attempt to boost his struggling election campaign. However, a poll revealed that just a third of Poles backed his challenging position. At the same time, 42% would accept the deal if it included financial aid for many Ukrainian refugees residing in Poland. Germany unveiled its long-delayed national security strategy. Tactical nuclear weapons have been deployed to Belarus, and Putin mused the possibility of using them if the war in Ukraine "threatened Russia's territorial integrity".

Special guests – Christopher Coker (Director, LSE Ideas) sits down with Editor-in-chief Wojciech Przybylski to discuss the situation between China and the West. They discuss the global struggle between democracy and autocracy in the global world.

Jun 20, 202319:47
Ukraine on the Offensive, NATO at a Crossroads

Ukraine on the Offensive, NATO at a Crossroads

Weekly outlook by Adam Jasser and Miles R. Maftean: Ukrainian forces have breached Russian lines in a counter-offensive amid severe ecological warfare showcased by the Kakhovka dam explosion. Polish President Duda discussed NATO’s Ukraine offer with French President Macron and German Prime Minister Scholz in Paris. A pending EU court ruling on June 15th will decide the legality of certain pre-2008 foreign currency loans by Polish banks. Banks may face costly write-offs if declared abusive, although Polish regulators assure their financial resilience.

Special guests – Sigita Struberga (Marcin Krol Fellow, LATO) and Matej Kandrik (Marcin Krol Fellow, Adapt Institute): Editor-in-chief Wojciech Przybylski sits down with our guests to discuss the Ukrainian counter-defensive and what this means for next month’s NATO summit in Vilnius.

Jun 13, 202331:49
Poland's Largest Political Protest in 30 Years Explained

Poland's Largest Political Protest in 30 Years Explained

Weekly outlook by Miles R. Maftean, Wojciech Przybylski, and Agnieszka Homanska: We unpack how an estimated 500,000 demonstrators have stormed Warsaw and other Polish cities in a unified outcry against the PiS party's escalating authoritarian tendencies. These gatherings, unprecedented since communism's downfall over three decades ago, signal a pivotal moment in Poland's political history. As the tussle between the PiS and PO parties intensifies, we're witnessing a distinct political polarisation. This dynamic threatens to limit the country's political landscape, forcing both right-leaning and left-leaning factions to choose sides in a heated, two-camp arena.

Special guest – Peter Balík (Minister for Investments, Regional Development and Informatization for Slovakia): Live at Globsec, our conversation with Minister Balík provides valuable insights into Slovakia's strategic utilisation of EU funds. In the upcoming months, the interim government will grapple with significant challenges, including the energy crisis and the ripple effects of Ukraine's refugee crisis. 

Jun 05, 202342:42
Poland’s Lex Tusk Bill May Strip Opposition of Political Rights

Poland’s Lex Tusk Bill May Strip Opposition of Political Rights

Weekly outlook by Adam Jasser, Miles R. Maftean and Wojciech Przybylski: Poland’s controversial new law, dubbed “Lex Tusk,” allows a government commission to ban individuals from holding public office. This measure has raised alarm bells in EU capitals and Washington, as it potentially hinders opposition candidates from running in upcoming elections. Read more on this Lex Tusk law in Wojciech Przybylski’s latest piece on Visegrad Insight. An EU proposal to strip Hungary of its EU presidency due to concerns over the rule of law and its controversial stances on Russia and Ukraine may inadvertently strengthen certain anti-EU narratives, potentially influencing future European Parliament elections. Erdogan’s victory in Turkey shows how strong his hold on the country is and how powerful the rhetoric of “making Turkey great again” resonates with voters despite economic hardships.

Read up on our foresight project on the future of EU 2024 Parliamentary Elections here.

May 31, 202317:07
Justice Beyond Borders - A Transatlantic Cooperation

Justice Beyond Borders - A Transatlantic Cooperation

Weekly outlook by Miles R. Maftean and Wojciech Przybylski: The pull between unity in the EU and unilateral action continues, with Hungary blocking the ammunition package for Ukraine and saying it will veto the EU’s 11th sanctions package against Russia. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy continues his tour in the far East where the larger community of democracies stands firm and backs Ukraine, this time delivering more fighter jets for the potential counter-offensive likely to occur this year.

Special guest – Deborah Enix-Ross (President of the American Bar Association): The rule of law hinges on three critical elements - civics, civility, and global collaboration across the Atlantic. We sat down with the President of the American Bar Association to discuss her recent trip to Poland and the crucial role that all legal professionals play in upholding justice.



May 23, 202324:55
Autocratic Resilience and the Future of Turkish Politics

Autocratic Resilience and the Future of Turkish Politics

The latest tremors are shaking the illiberal union of Hungary and Poland. Major European powers are ramping up their support for Ukraine, dramatically underscored by Germany's generous packages announced during President Zelenskyy's recent visit to Berlin. Tensions rise in the first round of the Turkish elections, with Erdogan maintaining a slight lead over his rival Kilicdaroglu, leading to a runoff election on 28 May. In the second part of our podcast, we discuss the labyrinth of autocratic politics in Turkey. Our Deputy Managing Editor, Adam Jasser, exchanges views with Humeyra Pamuk (Reuters). They delve into the resilience of autocratic leaders, using Erdogan's current precarious lead as a point of departure.

May 16, 202339:37
Ukraine’s Quest for Victory in a Race Against Time

Ukraine’s Quest for Victory in a Race Against Time

The ongoing saga between the EU and Hungary over access to post-pandemic recovery funds continues. Hungary's legal tricks continue with complex judicial reforms added to a bill at the last minute. Historic elections are underway in Turkey. Tensions in the Polish ruling party coalition continue. In the second part of the podcast, Visegrad Insight's Agnieszka Homańska sits down with esteemed journalist Anne Applebaum to discuss the future of Crimea and democracy in the CEE region.


May 09, 202349:32
Are CEE Democracies Effectively Sovereign in the Eyes of China?

Are CEE Democracies Effectively Sovereign in the Eyes of China?

Outrage and condemnation from CEE after Chinese Ambassador Lu Shaye claimed former-Soviet states do not exist. Poland’s nationalist government is becoming increasingly erratic on the domestic and international scene as opinion polls show it may find it hard to retain power in the October elections after angering farmers, a key electorate, over Ukrainian grain imports. In the second part of the podcast, Editor-in-chief Wojciech Przybylski and Marcin Krol Fellow Jan Farfal sit down with Samuel Ramani (Royal United Services Institute) to discuss the changes happening in Russia and how Russian policy has changed since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Apr 25, 202327:28
The European Way to Pacify AI

The European Way to Pacify AI

EU rejects the bans on Ukrainian grain imports introduced by Poland and Hungary. Hungary and Poland have been on opposite sides of the spectrum of reactions to Russia's war on Ukraine but remain aligned on their internal challenge to EU institutions. Reports mount of a bipartisan US Congress bill being drafted to sanction leading political figures in the Orbán's government. Last week, the US sanctioned three of the IIB's officials, including Russian Chairman Nikolai Kosov and Hungarian Deputy Chairman Imre Laszlocki. In the second part of the podcast, Editorial Director Miles R. Maftean sits down with Filip Konopczyński (Panoptykon Foundation) to discuss the European way to regulate artificial intelligence and emerging technologies and of the amended EU AI Bill aimed at curbing this potentially dangerous revolutionary tool.

Apr 19, 202337:41
Events in CEE Cause a Ripple Effect on EU Democratic Security

Events in CEE Cause a Ripple Effect on EU Democratic Security

The EU’s overall democratic security developments are impacted by the events in CEE countries. As the new EU Strategic Agenda is in preparation, the Visegrad Insight expert group scans for weak signals across multiple scenarios and recommends a relevant course of action. Editorial Director Miles R. Maftean and Deputy Managing Editor Adam Jasser discuss at length the first policy brief on the state of democratic security in the Visegrad countries as part of our Foresight on European Values and Democratic Security project co-funded by the European Union. European unity on defence and security in question. Security issues trump democratic security. Elections in Slovakia and Poland are on the horizon.

Apr 13, 202330:08