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14/09/2026
The State of (emergency of) the Union
On 16 September, the President of the Commission is due to deliver her annual State of the Union address to the European Parliament. Little is expected of this ritual, awkwardly inspired by the US Congress, and it could very well again prove disappointing given its broad sweeping nature. Yet...
06/09/2026
When Europe reveals its strength… without politicians
All those involved in the continent’s economic and social life have realised that most of the issues our countries face can now only be resolved in coordination with – or even in agreement with – our neighbours and partners. Entrepreneurs, trade unionists, military personnel,...
05/07/2026
Trump, NATO and Europe
On 7 July, Donald Trump will not be able to resist taking centre stage in Ankara, where the NATO summit is being held. His oversized ego compels him to put on a show.  But does he actually know what he wants for the Atlantic Alliance? Nothing could be less certain. His administration is...
14/06/2026
Artificial intelligence: a weapon or a public good?
The US authorities’ decision to ban non-US citizens from using two pieces of software developed by Anthropic has sent shockwaves through the world of artificial intelligence. Firstly, because it is unlikely that it can be enforced; secondly, because it reflects a profound misunderstanding of...