#globalization

[…] A new framework for EU external action funding A new framework for EU external action funding In July 2025, the European Commission kicked off the fight over the EU’s next long-term budget — and [...]

[…] Press Release: Autocracies are on the rise worldwide. A majority of the 137 countries assessed by the BTI – 77 in total – are now governed autocratically. Governments in these systems are increasingly [...]

[…] This policy brief highlights the extent to which the EU has developed strategic objectives in its southern neighbourhood, including through the New Agenda for the Mediterranean, the EU-Gulf Strategy [...]

[…] Through its work, the Bertelsmann Stiftung aims to make democracy crisis-proof and sustainable. Here is an overview of our activities and priorities in this area: Maia Sandu and Michael Otto to [...]

[…] China’s rise, the Unites States’ withdrawal, Russia’s attack – the world order is changing. Weakened multilateral institutions and increasing domestic political polarisation are shaping the [...]

[…] At the Digital Sovereignty Summit in Berlin in mid-November, representatives from politics and business discussed Europe’s position in global technology competition. The focus was on artificial [...]

[…] The closure of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) marks a decisive turning point in global development policy. For Europe, it creates both a strategic challenge and an [...]

[…] As Cameroon heads toward its October 12 election, President Paul Biya—the world’s oldest head of state—is seeking yet another term after 43 years in power. His rule has hollowed out democratic [...]

[…] The initiative aims to establish global standards for identifying high-quality information sources and to increase the visibility of science-based information on digital platforms. This will [...]

[…] In her opening speech, founder Liz Mohn reminded participants how vulnerable democracy and peace are in an increasingly divided world. "Europe's history and experiences give us a responsibility to [...]