CALENDAR RELATIONSHIPS

“The Russians are very well prepared for these negotiations, they have a very stable team, not only Putin, but his men responsible for foreign affairs, especially Minister Lavrov, have been in power for two decades, while the team on the American side is comparatively unexperienced. The Russians want to use...

Dr. Bruno Surdel, CIR’s fellow, stated in an interview with Radio Wnet that China is becoming the dominant player in West African countries, and the perception of Chinese influence is highly diverse. “If we ask the people of Africa about this, we will receive completely different narratives,” he explained. “One...

“It’s a very difficult situation we are in, unexpected. Europe was preparing for second term of Trump, but we did not expect this at all. This is a shock and we need to react very fast. On the other side the European leaders and European public opinion expects the work...

Ideas Pod, 19 MarchSession: Why Can’t Europe Agree on China? Across the European continent, divergent positions on China have created a patchwork of policies and incoherent politics. This fragmentation has complicated EU’s ability to develop a unified and strategic approach toward Beijing. Speakers Laimonas Talat-Kelpša, Political Director, Ministry of Foreign...

This time the Warsaw Debate has taken the thesis: “NATO is dead” and the guests of hosts Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President, and Grzegorz Nawrocki have tried to defend or deny it. Those in favor were: Ambassador Janusz Reiter – former Polish Ambassador to Germany and the U.S., international relations expert and Mateusz...

This time the Warsaw Debate has taken the thesis: “The war in Ukraine will end in 2025” and the guests of hosts Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President, and Grzegorz Nawrocki have tried to defend or deny it. Those in favor were: dr Paweł Wojciechowski – Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic...

“Donald Trump says things he really believes, and this is very worrying because he repeats a big part of Putin’s propaganda, which is quite popular in some circles in republicans’ party. It means that Russian were able to reach out to the American establishment pretty well, while us, the Europeans...

The European Communities were established to overcome the devastating conflicts that had plagued our continent and to strengthen it as a whole through a framework of close cooperation. Despite significant progress, weaknesses in this project continue to emerge, hindering the full realisation of its potential. The European Union faces ever-evolving...

The defence relationship between India and Russia has historically been one of the most significant bilateral military partnerships globally. From the 1950s, when the Soviet Union first began supplying military equipment to India, through to the present day, this relationship has undergone numerous transformations. Over the decades, India has transitioned...

This time the Warsaw Debate has taken the thesis: “Trump will make America great again” and the guests of hosts Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President, and Grzegorz Nawrocki have tried to defend or deny it. Those in favor were: dr Milo Jones – Senior Advisor for Geopolitics & Technology, Arcano Partners (Madrid) and dr Clifford...

In the first episode of Poland in the Global Context, host Sylwia Ziemacka is joined by Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of the Centre for International Relations, to discuss Poland’s presidency of the EU Council, starting on 1 January 2025. This pivotal role offers Poland a chance to shape the EU’s...

“We are currently witnessing a global competition for critical and strategic raw materials such as lithium, cobalt, coltan, as well as nickel, copper, and rare earth metals. From Greenland to Serbia, Southeast Asia, Africa, and South America, this race involves China, the United States, Russia and Europe. The challenge lies...

“As the U.S. reflects on the results of its recent presidential election, Donald Trump’s confirmed return to the White House raises substantial concerns for European security. His presidency from 2017 to 2021 was marked by a transactional approach to foreign policy, creating deep rifts within NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation),...

“In any conflict, propaganda and the spread of false information is commonplace. For example, a study on the coverage of fatalities during the Russia-Ukraine war found that there are two times more emphasis on civilian deaths by the Russian and US media than by the Ukrainian media. The Russians report much lower number of casualties on their side than the West does. Sometimes, the governments...

“There is a prevailing belief in Europe that the presence of NATO troops in Ukraine could lead to an escalation of the conflict, which nobody wants. However, these ‘red lines’ continue to shift, so the West might take more decisive action,” said Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of the Centre for...

Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President, in an interview on TVP World highlights the urgent need to focus on the northern border, specifically the Baltic Sea, as a crucial area for security. While much attention has been focused on the eastern border, the Baltic Sea has gained strategic importance, especially with...

On Monday, December 9th, the Palace on the Isle in Warsaw’s Royal Łazienki Park transformed into a hub of European debate during the traditional holiday lecture organized by THINKTANK, the Center for International Relations, and its partners. 🌍🎄 The event, held under the theme “A Better Europe,” brought together distinguished...

Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, in an interview with TVP World, remarked: “During COP29, several challenges emerged. The foremost issue was the choice of venue. Not all leaders welcomed the decision to hold the conference in Azerbaijan, a nation that is among the largest producers of fossil fuels, including oil and gas....

Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska in an interview with TVP World said: “President Trump made a promise to end the war in Ukraine. He will likely focus on negotiating with the Russians to establish the conditions necessary for bringing the conflict to a close.” Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiPYDHBImx0

“Pandas are not merely ‘cute’ animals; they embody a profound sense of majesty, while the country that sends them abroad is one of immense power. China’s panda diplomacy serves multiple purposes: enhancing China’s global image, breaking the ice in challenging negotiations, and acting as a tool of scientific diplomacy as...