Briefs / Focus / Spot Ons
- Policy Brief
WANTED: More Fluid Relationships between Researchers and Officials in the Euro-Mediterranean Region
The assumption hiding behind the concept of “evidence-based decision-making” is that policy makers are eager to consider the work of researchers. Yet, this equation seems to be dysfunctional in the Euro-Mediterranean region.
28 November 2018
- Policy Brief
Eastern Mediterranean Regional Dynamics: Conflicts and Opportunities for Conflict Resolution Support
Diplomatic engagement between countries in the Eastern Mediterranean presents the opportunity for regional cooperation on a range of issues. It has also the potential to lead to shared regional institutions that promote regional stability.
27 June 2018
- Policy Brief
Terrorism in the Sahel Region: An Evolving Threat on Europe’s Doorstep
A combination of several factors exacerbated the Sahel’s vulnerability. In this volatile landscape, violent extremism and armed militancy created the conditions for the expansion of new threats in the Sahel region and its neighbourhood.
19 February 2018
- Policy Brief
Fragile States and the Issue of Foreign Interventions in the Sahel
The EU policy towards the Sahel was either a failure or mixed success because of different reasons. Without a more significant financial contribution and a comprehensive approach, the EU cannot contribute to state building processes in the Sahel.
9 February 2018
- Policy Brief
Turkey´s Fight Against Youth Radicalisation: Small Steps On a Long Path
The Turkish government has responded to radicalisation by combining both hard and soft approaches and resorting to different methods. Regardless, youth radicalisation and extremism continue to pose a threat to the country.
10 January 2018