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Why Are Disinformation Campaigns Overpowering the Facts?

Disinformation, misinterpretation, and conspiracy theories are something we encounter at every turn. Although there are various tools available at the EU level, the key role is played by individuals who have long been dedicated to media literacy, critical thinking, and uncovering disinformation. One of them is Tadeáš Solanský from the organization Zvol si info, which focuses on public education and strengthening our resilience to manipulation. You can listen to Tadeáš Solanský in the new episode of the Café Evropa podcast. The full episode is now available on streaming platforms and on YouTube.

European Thursdays at Skauťák!

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!

What’s New in the European Parliament? Reflections on the Plenary Sessions

We would like to invite you to a series of debates offering up-to-date insights into key topics discussed during the plenary sessions of the European Parliament. The aim of these discussions is to provide a clear overview of adopted decisions and their broader impact on both the European Union and the Czech Republic. Each debate creates space for reflection on major legislative and political actions of the European Parliament, direct exchange with Members of the European Parliament and experts, and an open dialogue with both the professional and general public. The debates take place at Europa Experience on Národní Street, every Monday after a plenary session of the European Parliament at 5 p.m. The debates are moderated by Aneta Zachová.

Europe as a Task

On Monday, May 12, and Tuesday, May 13, the conference “Europe as a Task” took place at Prague Castle and the Czernin Palace, focusing on the future of European security. The event featured speeches by President Petr Pavel, former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, and Executive Vice-President of the European Commission Teresa Ribera. See summary of the conference and photo-report below.

EuroLens Journal #1: Europe’s Security at Stake

And it's out! EUROPEUM’s journal EuroLens, which will be published biannualy from now on, is our new magazine full of interviews with experts, commentaries, and articles on both political and non-political topics. You will also find an overview of planned events, conferences, and of course much more. We hope it will be an interesting and inspiring source of information and helpful in your work!

About the EUROPEUM Institute

EUROPEUM is an independent think-tank focused on the European integration process. We conduct original research and organise public activities. We also formulate new ideas and recommendations to improve domestic and European policy.

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We organize regular seminars, debates, conferences, workshops and round tables focused on current European topics.

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Our long-term projects help to raise awareness of the European Union and strengthen international cooperation.

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Our research team publishes articles responding to topics related to European integration and more.
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20. June 2025

DEBATE | EU-Pacific Talks: Mapping Africa’s Infrastructure Potential

Africa stands at the forefront of global infrastructure transformation, with initiatives like the Global Gateway and the Belt and Road Initiative highlighting its strategic importance. This discussion will explore Africa’s vast infrastructure potential and examine the role of cooperation with Indo-Pacific partners in shaping its future. What unique opportunities can such partnerships bring? How can they align with the goals of local actors while navigating challenges such as financing, sustainability, and geopolitical tensions? Join us to delve into the perspectives of stakeholders and uncover pathways to unlock Africa’s infrastructure promise.
2. June 2025

REPORT: Public debate | Green and Digital — Did We Miss Social?

On 2 June, a debate on the future of green and digital Europe was held at the University of Economics in Prague. The guest speaker was Katarina Ivanković-Knežević, Director for Social Rights and Inclusion at the European Commission's Directorate-General for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion. The debate was moderated by Jarolím Antal, Director of the Centre for European Studies at the Faculty of International Relations.
29. May 2025

REPORT: European Thursday in Scout Institute with Štěpán Černý

On the last Thursday of May, we once again gathered at the Scout Institute for another of our regular debates on European topics. Our May guest was Štěpán Černý, Director General of the European Section at the Office of the Government, who will be departing for Brussels in June to serve as the Czech Ambassador to COREPER I. In this report, we bring you a photo gallery from the event as well as an exclusive interview with Štěpán Černý about what COREPER actually is and what kind of work awaits Štěpán in Brussels.
27. May 2025

JustGreen Climate Forum | Engaging households and citizens in a just transformation

Join us for the JustGreen Climate Forum, taking place on May 27, 2025, at the Scout Institute in Prague. Come and discuss how households and citizens can contribute to a just climate transformation. The event features three thematic blocks focused on the labor market, transport, and housing-including energy poverty. The forum offers space for sharing opinions, experiences, and concrete suggestions on how to build a more sustainable future together. Take part in an open dialogue with experts and other participants, and discover what steps we can take collectively!
22. May 2025

Climate Week Prague | Implementing the Net Zero Industry Act

This workshop, organised by a business association Change for the Better together with Europeum, is a unique opportunity for Czech businesses to formulate a collective position on the implementation of the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) and discuss its impact on the Czech industrial sector. The session will focus on key strategic issues such as financing, regulation, and the competitiveness of the Czech industry in the context of the green transition.
12. May 2025

What's new in the European Parliament? Reflection on the plenary session

We would like to invite you to the next in a series of debates that provide an up-to-date perspective on key topics discussed in the plenary sessions of the European Parliament. The aim of the debates is to offer a clear overview of the decisions taken and their wider impact on the European Union and the Czech Republic. Each debate will provide a space for reflection on major legislative and political steps taken by the European Parliament, direct discussion with MEPs and experts, and an open dialogue with the professional and general public.
9. May 2025

Public podcast - How is Europe 80 years on from the end of World War II?

The Second World War was a fundamental event in the development of Europe and its current shape. But are we still aware of this today? How does the younger generation feel about the conflict, which is 80 years away this year? And do we still need to remember it?
In the Media
Projects
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11. June 2025

STVR | The European Commission has unveiled the 18th package of sanctions

The 18th sanctions package is on the table. The European Commission aims to increase pressure on Russia so that Moscow comes to the negotiating table and agrees to a ceasefire. The Commission plans to target both the Russian shadow fleet and Russian banks. Viktor Daněk, director of the Prague office of the EUROPEUM Institute, commented for STVR.
11. June 2025

Nova.cz | Economic dependence on China

Experts warn that Europe and the United States should try to reduce their dependence on Chinese industry. The situation was commented on by Zuzana Krulichová, an analyst at the EUROPEUM Institute.
9. June 2025

Horizont 24 | The increase in NATO's anti-missile and anti-aircraft capabilities by 400%

This would be a strategic move from the position of individual states, as we have long neglected defence and security and have relied on the US. However, the situation is also very serious, and we are seeing continued Russian aggression against Ukraine, and Mark Rutte agrees with security experts that Russia will be able to attack a NATO state within five years. Martin Vokálek, the executive director of EUROPEUM Institute, commented for Horizont 24.
8. June 2025

Ekonomický deník | The European Commission has expanded the list of banned airlines. Tanzania and Suriname have been added

The European Commission has expanded the list of airlines banned from operating in European Union countries. It has newly added all airlines certified in Tanzania and Suriname due to serious and systemic deficiencies in aviation oversight in those countries. Although the measure does not directly affect the Czech Republic, it may impact some Czech travelers—there is a risk of canceled or rerouted flights. Filip Křenek, an analyst from the EUROPEUM Institute, commented on the situation for Ekonomický deník.
5. June 2025

Denník N | Will Fico Block the Sanctions? So Far, Even Viktor Orbán Hasn't Dared to Do That

If the Slovak Prime Minister were to vote against the sanctions, he could block the renewal of the entire sanctions package. In July, the package is set to expire, including measures such as restricting Russian banks’ access to the SWIFT system and banning pro-Russian media from the European market. This was commented on for Deník N by Zuzana Krulichová, an analyst at the Institute for European Policy EUROPEUM.
4. June 2025

TN CZ | Trade war

The situation regarding the trade war was commented on for Televizní noviny by Martin Vokálek, Executive Director and Head of the Brussels Office of the EUROPEUM Institute.
1. June 2026

JustGreen

JustGreen project aims to engage the V4 citizens in debates and other forms of public engagement around decarbonization in three areas that are intimately linked to their everyday lives: housing, transport, and the job market. The public engagement activities, along with the ancillary research, shall pinpoint specific obstacles citizens and communities encounter when implementing climate-friendly steps or adapting to the EU decarbonization policies.
31. December 2025

Assisting Independent Media and CSOs in Enhancing the Access to Reliable Information on the European Union and EU Enlargement on Social Media in Armenia

The aim of the project is to provide access to reliable information about the European Union and its enlargement process in the Armenian social media environment.
31. December 2025

Celebrating 25 Years of Czech Republic’s NATO Accession

This project aims to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Czech Republic’s NATO accession, which occurred on March 12, 1999. Anchored in the historic context of NATO’s formation on April 4, 1949, the primary goals of the campaign are to celebrate this significant milestone, effectively communicate the tangible benefits of Czech NATO membership to the public and cultivate a deeper understanding of NATO and U.S.’s pivotal role in safeguarding the nations and Central and Eastern European security. Additionally, the project’s goal is to underscore the strength and benefits of the U.S.-Czech partnership.
2. December 2025

Low-emission materials for the Czech automotive industry

The Low Emission Materials for the Czech Automotive Industry project is the fifth EUROPEUM project aimed at decarbonising the Czech automotive industry. The aim of the project for 2024/2025 is to improve understanding of material flows and regulatory barriers in the automotive sector; to transfer best practices from the international context to the Czech environment; and to identify key areas of Czech and European policies that need to be improved to enable the automotive industry to meet the challenges of decarbonisation and remain competitive.
31. October 2025

Platform Revolution: shaping the future of work in the EU and Western Balkans

The Project centres around the fast development of platform work in the Western Balkans and the EU. This new phenomenon has witnessed fast growth since the pandemic, particularly with digital platforms like “Upwork”.
31. October 2025

REWEU

The project (Re)uniting the East and West: Reflections on the 2004 EU enlargement (REWEU) is focused on the commemoration of the 2004 “big bang” EU enlargement at the occasion of its 20th anniversary in May 2024. This event had numerous positive effects on shaping Europe as we know it today, boosting its security, economic potential, and spreading democracy, good governance and European values across the European continent.
4. June 2025

ANALYSIS | CITIES TAKING THE HEAT: Adaptation and heatwave preparedness in Europe

In the run-up to the summer of 2025, European cities are bracing for yet another season of record-breaking temperatures. Heatwaves pose a serious challenge for urban areas when it comes to infrastructure, economy, public health and ecosystems. Heat-related hazards now account for over 85% of climate-related fatalities across Europe. This paper explores the impacts of heatwaves upon cities and urban populations, introducing different types of adaptation strategies used in Europe and beyond. It also discusses useful measures of heatwave mitigation, including urban climate shelters, shading and water elements, and public communication.
3. June 2025

Booklet | The Green Transition as an Economic Opportunity

Climate change is no longer an abstract threat in the future, but a reality that already has tangible impacts on our lives and the economy today. The rising costs of climate change are up to six times higher than the costs of mitigating it. For the Czech Republic, investment in the green transition could yield a return of up to 3.6 times—especially in the public budget and the energy sector. Moreover, the Czech Republic has access to the largest amount of European funding in its history to support this transformation approximately CZK 1 trillion. This presents a unique opportunity to strengthen the economy, increase its resilience, and modernize it toward greater added value.
30. May 2025

Policy Brief | The EU's Tactical Approach and 'Conditional Engagement' with China in the Context of a Challenging Transatlantic Relationship

In this Policy Brief, Marcin Przychodniak analyzes the European Union’s current approach to China in the context of shifting transatlantic relations and growing tensions between the US, the EU, and China. The paper highlights key challenges – from increasing dependency on Chinese raw materials and investment concerns to the need for stronger EU defensive tools against economic coercion. It offers recommendations on how to more effectively protect European interests and security amid rising geopolitical tensions.
21. May 2025

Position Paper | Civil society and industry demand measures to boost the use of recycled steel in the automotive sector

The European automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation. As EU legislation on vehicle circularity is being updated, non-profit organisations, think tanks, and representatives of the recycling sector are calling on the European Parliament and the Council to set more ambitious targets for the use of recycled steel in car manufacturing. The signatories of the joint statement are urging stronger measures to ensure that recycled steel becomes a standard component in automotive production.
19. April 2025

Roundtable Report | Germany in Multi-Dimensional Change: Implications for Central Europe

On April 29th, the Brussels Office of EUROPEUM, representing the Think Visegrad Platform, hosted an expert roundtable discussion entitled ‘Germany in multi-dimensional change: implications for Central Europe.’ The event took place at The Library Ambiorix, Square Ambiorix 10, under the Chatham House Rule with a participation of 14 experts. The aim of the discussion was to explore Germany’s ongoing transformation amid overlapping economic, geopolitical, and structural challenges, and their implications for broader European politics.
8. April 2025

Policy Brief | The EU’s Tech Dilemma Under Trump: How to Set Higher Ambitions That Europe Can Actually Achieve - 10 Recommendations for a Targeted European Tech Strategy

In a rapidly changing geopolitical environment, the European Union faces new challenges in its tech policy, especially under a second Trump administration. The EU’s Tech Dilemma Under Trump: How to Set Higher Ambitions That Europe Can Actually Achieve outlines ten targeted recommendations to help the EU build a realistic and effective tech strategy. The policy brief stresses the urgency of reducing Europe's technological dependencies, prioritizing critical areas, fostering tech adoption to boost productivity, and ensuring open, competitive digital markets. Drawing on insights from leading European think tanks, the paper calls for an ambitious yet achievable mission-based approach to safeguard European democracy, sovereignty, and competitiveness.

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