What is the EU Artificial Intelligence Act?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly impacting every aspect of our lives, from self-driving cars to cybersecurity. It is seen as central to the current digital transformation of society, and it…
The State of the European Union Address 2023
From Russia’s continuing invasion and occupation of Ukraine, the deepening challenges of climate change, to changing geopolitical relations such as with China, the EU faces challenges on many fronts. These…
Spain: General Election, July 2023
On Sunday 23 July, Spain went to the polls in a general election and, mirroring regional election results in May, right-wing parties gained seats at the expense of left-wing parties.…
Greece: General Election, June 2023
On Sunday 25 June, Greece went to the polls for the second time this year. Despite taking place during a cost-of-living crisis, the country’s own Watergate scandal of secret surveillance…
The Consultative Forum on International Security Policy: Explained
Ireland will hold a Consultative Forum on International Security Policy on the 22nd, 23rd, 26th and 27th of June. The Forum is an opportunity for the Irish public to share…
50 Steps to 50 Years: 2013 – 2022
Fifty key moments during Ireland’s five decades in the European Union From the end of the marriage bar, the launch Erasmus, to joining the Euro, Ireland’s five-decade membership of the…
50 Steps to 50 Years: 2003 – 2012
Fifty key moments during Ireland’s five decades in the European Union From the end of the marriage bar, the launch Erasmus, to joining the Euro, Ireland’s five-decade membership of the…
Your Guide to the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest
It is that time of the year again, as the triumphant fanfare of the European Broadcasting Union plays across our screens for the Eurovision Song Contest. Thirty-seven countries will participate…
The Good Friday Agreement at 25: The EU and the Peace Process
Common membership of the European Union was a factor in the improving relationship between Ireland and the United Kingdom over the last 50 years. The interaction between politicians and officials…
Bulgaria and Finland: General Elections, April 2023
Both Bulgaria and Finland held general elections on Sunday, 2 April. In Bulgaria, it was its fifth general election since April 2021. The Citizens for European Development of Bulgaria emerged…