Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President for TVP World: “India has emerged as a significant global power. It is not only the world’s 5th largest economy, with a strong likelihood of becoming the third largest within the next 2-3 years, but it is also a key player in security matters in the Pacific region”

“As the most populous country, with 1.4 billion people—surpassing even China—India’s economy is thriving. It operates under a legal system based on British common law, and English serves as a unifying language for its businesses, connecting them effectively to the global market. India is, without a doubt, an incredibly vast...

Date: October 2nd, 2024Time: 16:00 – 16:40Warsaw Room Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring prominent leaders and experts as they explore the challenges and divisions within the rules-based international order. The session will delve into the global perspectives on whether the world is increasingly split into competing camps....

Dr Bonikowska explained for the TVP World: “Russia’s stance as an adversary to the West has been clearly defined, especially in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine. Russia perceives the West as an enemy, and this is a deliberate position they have chosen. This situation is especially dangerous...

“And it’s very much to do with what people think about it, not only politicians, because the politicians go also basing on the opinion polls, very much into what people want. And that’s the danger also because in the same time people people started to express their views radically on...

“Trump’s inner circle and, above all, direct contacts with influential figures within the Republican Party are very important. Establishing direct connections with Donald Trump himself is also crucial. Understanding his thought process is essential, and the presence or absence of our contacts can significantly impact our ties after the presidential...

At the 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) in Dubai, youth emerged as pivotal players in global climate negotiations, marking a significant shift in their influence and participation. Despite the skepticism towards the host country and outcomes, the event underscored the growing importance of youth voices. Initiatives like the ‘Youth Circles’...

_________________ 23 July 2024 (Tuesday)14:30-16:30 CET (Warsaw)The Polish Institute of International Affairs1a Warecka Street, WarsawConference room, 1st floor_________________ At the G20 Summit in New Delhi, several countries and international organisations, including the United States, EU, and India, announced the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) to connect India with Europe by a...

The fact sheet on Indian Elections 2024 was prepared by our intern, Akshaya Venkateswaran, for whom it was the first voting in her life!

In the “Dzien na Świecie” show on polsatnews.pl, Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of CIR – CSM, talked to Grzegorz Dobiecki. According to Dr. Bonikowska, politics in Europe is still national and member states prefer weak players in Brussels.In the new composition of the European Parliament, the European People’s Party remains...

“Macron is right: the EU should become an independent and self-reliant defense community in the face of the potential paralysis of NATO in the case of a veto of even one country. But it all comes down to the question: who will decide and be accountable to whom for the...

“Good preparation for a conflict with Russia requires the West to “mentally switch,” because Western Europe and the entire European Union do not act as if they were at war. Russia has been declaring information and cyber war on us since at least 2014 (…). Such an attack is more...

18th General Elections in India are scheduled from April 19, 2024, to June 1, 2024. They are aimed at electing 543 members for the Lower House of the Indian Parliament House of the People (Lok Sabha). The fact sheet on Indian Elections 2024 was prepared by our intern, Akshaya Venkateswaran,...

“…The imperative issue is stepping up military and financial aid to Ukraine. With Russia’s threat, Warsaw will support realistic projects to strengthen Europe’s defense capabilities, especially with the prospect of Donald Trump’s possible return to power in the United States.” –  Eugeniusz Smolar – expert and member of the Council of...

“Most EU member states – apart from Hungary – benefit from these measures; they are emergency measures. It would be a pity if we did not use these funds or only partially used them. We already have one advance payment, and now the second advance payment has appeared – the...

    Some progress has been made since the Paris Agreement in 2015. But it is not enough. We must switch to zero-emission energy, we must increase investments in renewable energy, and phase out fossil fuels – added Dr. Bruno Surdel, senior analyst at the Centre for International Relations, in...

    “Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska tells ‘Fakt’ straightforwardly that the discussion is still ongoing and its outcome is by no means a foregone conclusion. Everything will depend on the readiness of the states, politicians and societies of Europe.” “The vote in the EP means only that there is a discussion...

  “President Erdogan’s  rhetoric on Israel and Palestine resonates strongly with conservative and nationalist elements within Turkey. By positioning himself as a champion of the Palestinian cause and a critic of Israel, Erdogan reinforces his support base, consolidating his political power. Additionally, this approach aligns with his broader agenda of...

“Poland’s new incoming government will seek to mend fences with Germany, but despite Berlin’s turn away from the flawed Russia policy, both countries will need to bridge several fundamental differences over security and the future of Europe.” – writes  for “Visegrad Insight ” Eugeniusz Smolar – expert and member of...

  “The question that needs to be asked today is how to act quickly and efficiently in the situation of challenges posed by countries such as Russia, China and the US. When there are 27 countries in the EU, it is very difficult to decide something unanimously, ” – Dr....