Critical Analysis of the EU's Migration Pact on International Refugee Day
On this International Refugee Day, the Brussels International Center (BIC) critically examines the current state of the EU's migration policies in light of the newly proposed Pact on Migration and Asylum. The political shift towards far-right and centrist parties adopting a fear-based discourse on migration raises significant concerns about the future of refugee protection in Europe.
Brussels International Center (BIC) Co-hosts Event with Sheikha Fatima Fund for Women Refugees
The Brussels International Center (BIC) proudly co-hosted the event "Empowering Women Refugees: Opportunities and Challenges for Climate Action" on December 3, from 18:00 – 19:00, organised by the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Women Refugees represented by H.E. Dr. Maitha Al Shamsi, Minister of State and Chairperson of the Supreme Committee of the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Women.
A Critical Analysis of Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address
Submitted by Fernando AguiarPosition: Senior Advisor on Conflict and EU Foreign Affairs on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 11:44
With just eight months remaining until the European elections, this year's address centred on reviewing the Commission's accomplishments during its current term. In a departure from previous years, there was increased emphasis on the prospective influence of artificial intelligence and technology within the European Union, as well as ambitious proposals for expanding the bloc.
A Critical Analysis of Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address
With just eight months remaining until the European elections, this year's address centred on reviewing the Commission's accomplishments during its current term. In a departure from previous years, there was increased emphasis on the prospective influence of artificial intelligence and technology within the European Union, as well as ambitious proposals for expanding the bloc.
BIC Reacts to the EU's Latest Migration Agreement
BRUSSELS, 19 JULY 2023 - The European Union's (EU) recently announced deal with Tunisia to tackle migration and boost trade relations has ignited a critical response from human rights experts, analysts, and lawmakers, highlighting concerns over financial transparency and potential human rights abuses.
What Critical Opportunities and Challenges Await the Arab League Summit?
Submitted by Ambassador Marc Otte on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 11:30
Fernando Aguiar, BIC's Senior Advisor, has contributed to this article
The BIC Joins EUObserver in the Africa Section Project
The Brussels International Center is joining forces with EUObserver in the creation of an Africa Section, set to be fully implemented as of April 2023. The project aims to refocus the conversation on the EU-Africa strategic partnership, one year after the EU-AU summit took place in Brussels. The new Africa section will highlight different opportunities and challenges in Africa through the eyes of a variety of researchers and analysts based in Europe and Africa.