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International Peacekeeping Forces in Ukraine: What Is the West Concerned About? – Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of CIR – CSM, for Radio Svoboda
“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...
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Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President, in TVP World about the need to focus on the northern border
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...
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Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President for TVP World about COP29 in Azerbaijan
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....
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Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President for TVP World: “Ukraine may become a buffer zone between Russia and the West”
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
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“Soft-cuddly power: China’s new face of panda diplomacy” – Dr Bruno Surdel, senior analyst at CIR, on TVP World’s show How We Got Here.
“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...
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Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President for TVP World: “No one in the NATO wants war with Russia, but in the same time we are determined not only to help Ukrainians, but let them to win this war”.
Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President explained for TVP World: “The official line of NATO is that the Alliance is not directly engaged in the Ukraine – Russia conflict and we don’t want escalation. No one in the NATO wants war with Russia, but in the same time we are determined not...
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Turkey’s closer ties with the BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation is part of Ankara’s tactical game with the West.” – Dr Bruno Surdel, CIR – CSM’s senior analyst for TVP World
Dr Bruno Surdel, senior analyst with CIR- CSM, during an interview with TVP World as part of the “How We Got Here” series, expressed the view that “Turkey is engaged in a tactical game with the West, particularly with the European Union and the United States, and part of this...
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“The best fruits for Europe in Asia lie outside China” -another episode of the current affairs program WARSAW DEBATE, which was created in cooperation between the Centre for International Relations and TVP World. This time we talked about Asia!
This time the Warsaw Debate has taken the thesis: “The best fruits for Europe in Asia lie outside China” 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: JJ SINGH – an Indian entrepreneur, social...
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Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President for TVP World: “The visit of Antony Blinken to Poland underscores that Poland is truly one of the key countries in the new security architecture of Europe”.
Dr Bonikowska added: “Nothing of significance happens in this domain without Polish involvement. It’s also a positive indication that the partners are strictly coordinating all decisions, particularly between the Americans and the British, while jointly engaging with the Ukrainians in this critical phase of the war. I believe this sends...
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“It seems to me that this is the beginning of the end of this initiative, and that Intel won’t return to this investment in two years.” – Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of the Centre for International Relations, in an interview with TOK fm on the future of Intel’s frozen investment in Poland.
Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of the Centre for International Relations, said in an interview with TOK fm radio: “It should be emphasized that this was a risk from the very beginning, as Intel has been struggling financially for years. It’s not a matter of the last few weeks, but at...
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Ambassador Krzysztof Płomiński for Polish public Radio “3”: “Hopes for a ceasefire in Gaza are practically non-existent”.
Mr. Krzysztof Płomiński – Former Polish Ambassador to Iraq and Saudi Arabia and CIR’s expert in an interview for Polish public Radio “3” stated: “Hopes for a ceasefire in Gaza are practically non-existent, because on one hand, there are extremely radical expectations from both Hamas and Israel. On the other...
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Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President, at GLOBSEC 2024: “Central and Eastern Europe is beginning to see its potential – those countries that previously did not have such a significant influence now have the opportunity to speak out, propose, be active and demonstrate their power.”
Dr Bonikowska explained: “From the perspective of others, both the U.S. and China and the rest of the Global South, we are seen as part of the West, even though for some Western European countries we are still the East. However, we are part of the global West and have...
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“I believe the security sector will be a pivotal area of cooperation between Poland and India, particularly given the significant potential of our respective military industries” – Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President for India’s Observer Research Foundation (ORF)
In the ORF Debate Dr Bonikowska also explained: “At present, I believe we are well-suited to meet India’s military requirements, and we are fully aware that this aligns with India’s current priorities. India is eager to reduce its reliance on Russia and is looking towards Western suppliers, including those in...
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Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of CIR for Visegrad Insight: “Modi’s Poland Visit Ushers in Military Alliance and Democratic Solidarity”
“In celebration of the 70th anniversary of establishing bilateral diplomatic relations between India and Poland, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Poland, a significant event after a long wait of 45 years since the last visit of an Indian Prime Minister. Initially planned for September, the visit was rescheduled for August...
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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...
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“Disinformation campaigns, often orchestrated by state actors, pose a significant threat, particularly when dealing with nations like Russia.” – Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of CIR for TVP World
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...
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Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, CIR’s President for “TVP World”: “I think the question for the European Union today is really what should be the next step in this project because that’s not the project which is finalised, we are still working on reforms, on idea of how to develop, where to go, what will be our final objective”.
“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...
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“We have already witnessed one term of Donald Trump and this can be built on. At this point it is necessary to establish contacts on both sides: in the Democratic Party and the Republican Party.” – Dr Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of CSM in her interview for “Fakt” daily.
“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...
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Europe after elections to the European Parliament. In the “Dzień na Świecie” show on polsatnews.pl, Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of CIR – CSM, in conversation with Grzegorz Dobiecki
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...
![Eugeniusz Smolar, CIR’s expert for Carnegie Europe.: “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…?” [25/04/24]](https://csm.org.pl/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/pobrane.png)
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Eugeniusz Smolar, CIR’s expert for Carnegie Europe.: “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…?” [25/04/24]
“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...
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