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Recent publications

Trump’s Reshuffling of US Foreign Aid Endangers Internet Freedom

Why Germany and Europe Must Step into Shaping a New Digital World Order

The open internet and digital rights are being challenged more fundamentally than ever before. This time, however, the challenges are not coming from China or Russia but from the United States, which for years was considered a key player in promoting internet freedom. Donald Trump’s unprecedented suspension of US foreign aid to civil society threatens to strengthen state surveillance and censorship worldwide. This could affect Germany, too, if China and Russia expand their spheres of influence using digital technologies. The German government and its allies must not leave the digital future to authoritarian regimes. 
 

Author/s
Alena Epifanova
Memo

Burden Sharing Revisited

How to Keep the United States Engaged in Europe’s Security
Author/s
Dr. Aylin Matlé
Policy Brief

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War in Ethiopia

Domestic and Regional Implications
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Deradicalization Work and Recidivism

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