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Recent Events & Articles
EU-Canada Relations: A Focus on CETA
Panel discussion on the CETA's merits and the type of progress made after entering into force, the differences with other trade agreements, regulatory cooperation, the investor-state dispute mechanism and misinformation, featuring:
- Ambassador Chris Cooter, Canada’s representative to the European Union
- Gianluca Monte, Policy Coordinator for the US and Canada in DG TRADE
- Mark Camilleri, President of the Canada EU Trade and Investment Association (CEUTIA)
International Mediation in Intractable Conflicts
Panel discussion on mediation practices in intractable conflicts, effectiveness of strategies, challenges in mediating this type of conflict, and examples from the field, especially the South Sudan case and Hilde's personal experience in negotiating the peace agreement in 2005, featuring:
- Hilde Johnson, Senior Advisor, European Institute of Peace
- Kathrin Quesada, Senior Executive Officer, mediatEUr
Ambassador Series: Kuwait
Roundtable discussion with H.E. Jasem Al-Budaiwi, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the Kingdom of Belgium, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and Head of Mission of the State of Kuwait to the EU and NATO, on Kuwait's relationship with the EU and foreign policy priorities.
The Art of Communication in EU Foreign Affairs
Political language is something not accessible to everyone. The work of a communicator is to grasp the fact that a political position needs to be translated in a way that is understandable to the media, various stakeholders, and…
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The Sahel: A Key Region for the EU’s Security
Executive Summary: The Sahel will be a key region on the EU’s agenda in the future as its stability greatly affects the EU’s southern border. A new EU strategy should focus on improving governance, addressing political instability, preventing…
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Why are gender and inclusivity important for peace and security?
Main Takeaways: A critical analysis of women’s inclusion in peace and security must be made to distinguish between their role as the forefront of transformation for women’s rights or as an essentialist presence to promote the façade of…
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Going beyond the binary: Closing the Gender Data Gap
The Gender Data Gap represents the notion that data collection is centered around men’s view and experiences, and impacts all aspects of people’s lives. Data gathering and reporting must go beyond women and men as a binary and…
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Notes from the Field: Why intractable conflicts are so hard to mediate
Notes from the field: Why intractable conflicts are so hard to mediate By: Cristiana Lavinia Badulescu, PhD – Managing Director, YPFP Brussels On March 4, 2020 I had the pleasure to moderate an event organized by Young Professionals…
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Celebrating 10 years of YPFP Brussels
Since our launch in 2008, the Brussels branch of Young Professionals in Foreign Policy has welcomed thousands of members to hundreds of events, organised by many talented volunteers. Whether it be our Ambassador Series or pub quizzes, we…
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Say hello to your YPFP Summer Reading List!
In addition to your sunglasses, comfy clothes and cheerful mood, do not forget to take with you a few stimulating online readings from the YPFP Summer Reading List. It will be the perfect combination for a beautiful day…
Read MoreYPFP featured in brand new Brussels podcast
YPFP has been mentioned in a brand new podcast run by students from the Brussels School of International Studies (BSIS). Beyond Brussels, a free web-based podcast focusing on current affairs, features insightful discussions and debates on the…
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