Studies (free of charge)

Asia's transition from resource-driven, export-led economies to more sustainable growth models based on human capital development, new technology and innovation can be both a challenge and an opportunity for European countries over the next decade. Such development may have...

What do Europe’s millennials think about the EU and the euro? What do they know about the EU? And what changes would they like to see to the common currency? Anna auf dem Brinke, Katharina Gnath and Philipp Ständer analyse public opinion data for all 28 EU member states and...

The political landscape across Europe is changing rapidly: support for populist parties is on the rise while mainstream parties are losing ground. This report examines whether it is fears or values that drive these changes.

Germany is taking over the G20 presidency at a time of increasing economic and political isolation. All in all, though, international integration has a positive influence on the prosperity of all countries involved. The rising levels of isolation at present mean that...

The decision made by Britain to leave the EU and the political and economic consequences that will follow have made a measurable impact for citizens of other member states: their support of the European Union has grown.

Refugee flows to Europe are unlikely to subside soon, as many conflicts persist and the average duration of protracted refugee situations worldwide is on the rise. The paper puts forward policy recommendations for a paradigm-shift from reactive to pro-active refugee...

Based on 36 indicators, the Social Justice Index compares the 28 EU states across six dimensions: Poverty prevention, equitable education, labor market access, social cohesion and non-discrimination, health, as well as intergenerational justice.

Low and socially divided turnout harms Germany´s Democracy. To vote by mail - the only flexible way to cast one´s Ballot - citizens still have to apply before each election. If this hurdle were removed, voter turnout could go back up.

Whether a founder, owner of a small-to-medium business or self-employed as a freelance professional, people with a migrant background contribute significantly to the diversity and economic strength of Germany’s labor market and its mid-ranking businesses (Mittelstand). In...

In recent days alone, 12,000 migrants have been rescued in the Mediterranean and taken to Sicily. Most of them departed from the Libyan coast seeking refuge and a better life in Europe. That means more than 140,000 people have arrived in southern Italy so far this year....