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    “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...

“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...

Dr. Malgorzata Bonikowska, President of CSM, on English-language TVP World about Russia’s President Putin’s visit to China, where he takes part in the Belt and Road Forum and meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This is Putin’s first visit to the country after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Centre for Europe of University of Warsaw (Centrum Europejskie UW) and Centre for International Relations invite you to a webinar “Polish (and Balkan) ways to fight propaganda and disinformation: best practices”. The webinar is part of a project entitled “Polish Experience in Combating Disinformation – Inspirations for the Western Balkans”....

Institute of Central Europe Policy Papers 8/2023 Japan and Central Europe: Geopolitics, Security, and Economy Editors: Tomasz Stępniewski, Adrianna Śniadowska ISBN: 978-83-67678-17-9 Number of pages: 59 Format: 135×200 Publishing: Lublin 2023 Description: Europe is increasingly coming into focus for Japan in the realms of geopolitics, security, and economics, with Tokyo’s...

Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska, President of CIR – CSM took part in a debate on  Al Ghad News Channel about the current tensions between Poland and Ukraine.   

Project aims to enhance the capacity of V4 and Ukrainian NGO’s by improving their skills in organization management and crowdfunding as well as upgrading their skills in cooperation and networking at the local, national, and international levels. In the framework of the project, on-line skill-building program for NGOs with migration...

  Around 30 warships and 3,200 personnel from 14 NATO nations take part in the exercises. While Russia’s war of aggression continues in Ukraine, the drills show NATO’s resolve to defend every inch of the Baltic countrie’s territory. After Finland’s accession to the NATO and Sweden hopefully joining soon, the...

The documentary film directed by Agnieszka Ostrowska, CIR’s Program Director, presents ten stories of Ukrainian refugees, women from different parts of Ukraine, of different ages and from different backgrounds. They talk about the circumstances of their decision to leave the war-torn country, about the lives they left there, the trauma...

“The European Commission fulfills its treaty obligations, examining what is happening in all member states on behalf of all member states, thus effectively maintaining a certain order within the Union. In practice, its task is to uphold order and supervise the adherence to the values that constitute the foundations of...

On Radio Jedynka of Polish Radio, Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska discussed the riots in France that have been taking place after a teenager was shot by a police officer. It turns out that the problem lies in the bleak prospects for the future and the lack of a sense of purpose...

    The invasion of Ukraine by Russia has shaken the European security architecture. The member countries of the European Union, along with other members of the Western coalition led by the United States, have taken coordinated actions to support the government in Kiev in its fight against the Russian...

“We have a negotiated migration pact within the European Union, where there is clearly a need to finally put the dot on the ‘i’ regarding a common migration policy. In my opinion, Poland strongly opposes this primarily due to the electoral campaign, as it has been an effective element of...

Western European countries have experience in the African market due to their colonial past, while Poland is still learning. Europe, including Poland, has a chance to shine in the African market, given its young population with increasing demand for consumer goods. Dr. Bonikowska believes that to enhance Poland’s trade exchange...

India is perceived by the West and the United States as a growing power. However, to achieve this, India must distance itself from its longstanding friendship with Russia and position itself as a counter to China. During the broadcast, Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska emphasized the importance of Indian Prime Minister Narendra...

In the program ‘Political Interview,’ Eugeniusz Smolar talked about China’s relations with other countries, especially with the United States and the European Union. The discussion addressed whether the trip of US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to China could contribute to improving relations between the USA and China and reduce...

“It is best for politicians not to comment on the actions of the courts and to respect their judgments, especially since the third branch of government, the judiciary, exists to adjudicate independently. Ideally, politicians should not interfere with the work of judicial authorities,” said Dr. Bonikowska in a comment on...

According to Smolar, China is seen as an unreliable partner by Ukraine, the US, and the West. He believes that Beijing-induced pressure will not end the conflict in Ukraine, as the war holds existential significance for Putin and the Russian power elite. The crisis in Ukraine provides an opportunity for...

During the conversation, Dr. Bonikowska spoke about the importance and involvement of India and China in the war in Ukraine. India aims to gain global importance and surpass China as a strategic political and economic partner. The expert believes that China’s gamesmanship in resolving the conflict in Ukraine is just...

The debate covered topics such as the second round of elections in Turkey, China’s role as a mediator in the conflict in Ukraine, and the reconstruction of the Ukrainian economy. A significant part of the debate focused on the difficulties and prospects of expanding the European Union to include Ukraine...