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- 30. October 2025
European Thursday in the Scout Institute with Pavlína Žáková
Every last Thursday of the month, we meet at the Scout Institute and discuss current European topics! European Thursdays are open to anyone interested in Europe and meeting people from institutions, ministries, and organizations. Come to our Scout neighborhood on the last Thursday of the month and join the open discussion with Pavlína Žáková.
- 27. October 2025
EURACTIV.pl | Big Stakes, Big Money: How the EU’s Next Seven-Year Budget Could Shape Poland and Czechia
The European Commission’s proposal for the 2028–2034 Multiannual Financial Framework has sparked lively discussions among EU governments and in the European Parliament. With close to €2 trillion at stake, the key question is how the EU can finance its priorities, repay pandemic-era debt, and support countries such as Poland and Czechia — all while avoiding new political rifts. EUROPEUM analyst Filip Křenek takes a closer look at the issue here.
- 14. October 2025
Euractiv | Křenek: The initial shock from the EU’s multiannual budget proposal has subsided. I expect the basic contours of the negotiations to remain intact
The Czech Republic has so far relied mainly on traditional EU budget funds, but it is now essential to support Czech companies, universities, and research institutions in becoming more involved in the EU’s directly managed programs. Filip Křenek, an analyst at the EUROPEUM Institute, commented on the matter for Euractiv.
- 25. September 2025
European Thursdays in the Scout Institute
We meet at Skauťák every last Thursday of the month to talk about current European topics! European Thursdays are a space for everyone interested in Europe and for connecting with people from institutions, ministries, and organizations. Come and enjoy open discussion and friendly networking!
The next meeting will take place on Thursday, August 28 at 5:00 PM at Skauťák. Join us for an open discussion with Tomáš Kopečný, the Czech Government’s Envoy for the Reconstruction of Ukraine, who will present a provocative hot take on Europe and our place in it.
- 18. September 2025
The Rule of Law Under Pressure: Who Is Threatening It and How Can We Defend It?
The rule of law is facing various threats both in Europe and beyond, from the erosion of institutions to the questioning of its core values in domestic political discourse. Who are its "enemies," and what strategies can be used to defend it? What role does the European Union play, and how does its policy influence national debates?
These questions will be at the heart of the discussion, and we warmly invite you to join us on Thursday, September 18 at 6:00 PM.
- 5. September 2025
Europa Secura 2025: High school students in Brdy demonstrated resilience and team spirit
The Valdek military training facility in the Brdy region hosted the eighteenth final of the unique high school competition Europa Secura at the beginning of September. The event is organized annually by the Institute for European Politics Europeum in cooperation with the Ministry of Defense and the Army of the Czech Republic.
- 15. August 2025
ČT24 | US tariffs on goods from dozens of countries have come into effect
The United States has launched new import tariffs – customs duties of at least 10% now affect dozens of countries, including the EU, Japan, and South Korea, with some sectors potentially being hit even harder. European institutions are already talking about the risks to global supply chains and rising consumer prices. Martin Vokálek, Executive Director of the EUROPEUM Institute, commented on ČT24.
- 14. August 2025
TN.cz | Czech cities struggle with extreme heat
The Czech Republic is being hit by a heatwave. Temperatures reached 35 degrees Celsius on Thursday. This is particularly stressful for people in large cities. Katarína Svitková, an analyst at the EUROPEUM Institute, commented on the situation.
- 8. August 2025
TVP World | "Czexit" on the table? Populists call for a referendum on EU and NATO membership
As part of their election campaign, Czech populist parties are once again raising the issue of the Czech Republic leaving the European Union and NATO — and proposing to hold a referendum on the matter. Opinions clash against a backdrop of growing dissatisfaction with traditional institutions and mounting concerns about sovereignty and security. Martin Vokálek, Executive Director of the EUROPEUM Institute, commented for TVP World.
- 23. July 2025
Policy Paper | Czechia and the Priorities of the Next Multiannual Financial Framework 2028-2034
On 16 July 2025, the European Commission presented its proposal for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for the period 2028–2034, launching a process that will likely lead to lengthy negotiations between EU institutions and could last until the end of 2027. This policy paper by Filip Křenek (EUROPEUM) and Josef Bič (VŠE) analyses the discussions that preceded the proposal’s publication, highlights key elements expected in the upcoming MFF, and outlines the compromises policymakers will have to navigate during the negotiations. At the same time, the analysis offers specific recommendations for both Czech and European policymakers, taking into account the specific context of the Czech Republic as well as broader European dynamics.
- 15. July 2025
POLL RESULTS | Influence of Czech MEPs 2025
It has been exactly one year since the current European Parliament officially took office following last year’s elections. To mark the occasion, the Institute for European Policy EUROPEUM conducted the second edition of its Influence Ranking of Czech Members of the European Parliament, based on a survey of experts, diplomats, and business representatives. The aim is to assess how Czech MEPs have fared during the first year of their new mandate.
- 4. July 2025
Blog | Populism à la Carte: Online-Baked Outrage
In the increasingly hostile political environment, every ingredient matters when cooking up public discourse. Take inspiration from world-famous chefs, Donald Trump, Alice Weidel, and Marine Le Pen, and learn the art of culinary science easily. This blog post was brought to you by our work-programme interns Eva Mullholand, Jessica Jahn, and Rime Ourhim.
