Best IIEA Podcasts (2025)

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EU-India Relations: Cooperation, Connectivity, and a Free Trade Future? 25:39

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After almost two-decades of floundering negotiations, talks on an EU-India Free Trade Agreement have begun to gather momentum. Both sides seek alliances that cover not only trade relations but greater security cooperation and a shared technology agenda.In a signal of its strategic priorities, the College of Commissioners paid a first-of-its-kind vi…

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Farm to Finance The Processor: Farmer Nexus in Ireland's Agricultural Climate Transition 37:37

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Join the IIEA for the launch of its second Pathways Paper, where Matt O’Neill, Climate Project Lead, presents the key themes from Farm to Finance: The Processor–Farmer Nexus in Ireland’s Agricultural Climate Transition. The paper explores the relationship between farmers and food processors in relation to the climate transition within Agriculture. …

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Ireland’s International Development Programme in a Changing World 1:04:14

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This lecture touches on the changing global focus of development cooperation, the reform processes that have been put in place, and Ireland’s perspective on the future of development. The Minister of State speaks about Ireland’s role in key events this year, such as the upcoming Financing for Development Conference in Seville, the G20 Development W…

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MIke Beary, Courtney Fingar, Joseph Quinlan and Anna Scally - 29th of May 2025 41:07

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'Will Multinational American Corporations Become Less Multinational?'The US political and economic policy-making environment has changed dramatically in 2025, with a shift against globalisation among the most potentially impactful changes being executed by the current administration. US multinational corporations are reassessing their global operat…

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Romania at a Crossroads: Assessing the Results and Impact of the 2025 Presidential Elections 31:23

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On 18 May 2025, Romania held a pivotal presidential runoff between George Simion, leader of the far-right Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), and Nicușor Dan, the pro-European independent and mayor of Bucharest. This election followed the annulment of the 2024 vote due to allegations of foreign interference, leading to heightened political t…

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A Revived Leadership? The Foreign, Security and EU Policy Ambitions of the New German Government 30:05

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Russia’s ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine, sharpening Sino-US rivalry, and doubts about US security guarantees have left Europe searching for ballast. Against this backdrop, a new German government led by Friedrich Merz promises to “restore leadership.” Dr Nicolai von Ondarza explores Berlin’s concrete goals for developing EU policies, def…

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How Africa Eats: Trade, Food Security and Climate Risks 55:13

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How Africa Eats is free to read and download from the LSE Press website via this link: https://doi.org/10.31389/lsepress.haeIn his online address to the IIEA, award-winning author, Professor David Luke discusses his forthcoming publication, How Africa Eats: Trade, Food Security and Climate Risks. The book examines in detail what Africa eats and whe…

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Living and Working in Europe: Challenges and Opportunities for Europe’s Social Agenda 48:20

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Europe’s world of work is changing fast - shaped by AI, hybrid work models, new forms of work, and a renewed focus on job quality and flexibility. How can its social agenda respond to ensure competitiveness, fairness, and inclusion? This panel debate, jointly organised by the IIEA and Eurofound, also marks 50 years of Eurofound’s research supportin…

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Letta, Draghi, and Merz: What’s Next for the EU’s Economic Agenda? 35:12

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With the election of Chancellor Friedrich Merz and the formation of a new German government, expectations are mounting for revitalised German leadership at the heart of Europe. As the EU grapples with a formidable economic policy agenda, shaped by the landmark reports of Enrico Letta and Mario Draghi and influenced by shifting global dynamics under…

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Future-Proofing EU Democracy: An Address by Commissioner Michael McGrath 1:15:51

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Democracy is at the heart of the EU's and Member States' political foundations. Yet in an increasingly volatile global landscape— marked by the rise of authoritarianism, foreign interference, and disinformation— it cannot be taken for granted. The digital public sphere is particularly vulnerable to manipulation: recently, we have seen influencers b…

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Peacebuilding and Addressing Gender Based Violence in Conflict Settings 36:52

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As the global security landscape grows increasingly fractured, gender-based violence continues to be both a consequence and a tactic of conflict. In this IIEA event, expert panellists explore how the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda can more effectively address conflict-related sexual violence and ensure justice and support for survivors. Dra…

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David Goodhart, Finn McRedmond and Thomas Prosser - 15th of May 2025 47:08

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'Is Britain Broken?'Recent elections and opinion polls show low levels of support for both the ruling Labour Party and the opposition Conservative Party, with a widespread belief that British politics and society are not working as they should. In the next edition of IIEA Insights, David Goodhart, Finn McRedmond, and Thomas Prosser discusses the re…

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The Digital Services Act: An Initial Review 1:30:50

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The Digital Services Act (DSA) is a landmark European regulation which seeks to protect Europe’s values and democratic principles in the online space, and to help counter the dissemination of illegal and harmful online content. The DSA entered into force in November 2022 and began to fully apply across the EU from February 2024.At this hybrid event…

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France's Place in a Changing Geopolitical Order 25:17

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In his address to the IIEA, Dr Pascal Boniface examines how France is positioning itself within a shifting global landscape. The presentation explores France’s strategic posture in relation to the evolving transatlantic relationship, its engagement in the Middle East, and its response to the war in Ukraine – assessing how France is navigating compl…

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David O'Sullivan 'War, sanctions and western disunity' - 1st of May 2025 32:11

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'War, sanctions and western disunity' As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is in its fourth year and efforts to pause the conflict have both intensified and become more complex, David O’Sullivan, the EU’s Sanctions Envoy since January 2023, discusses the use of sanctions by the EU and others on Russia. Since the invasion in 2022, sixteen packages of san…

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Protecting Consumers in the Digital Age 37:42

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In her address to the IIEA, Professor Marie Jull Sørensen discusses consumer protection in the digital age. Professor Sørensen discusses some of the risks that consumers face in the digital environment and considers some of the challenges relating to digital contracts and automated decision-making. Professor Sørensen also discusses the possible rol…

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Democracy and political dissatisfaction in Latin America: How do we renew and concretise the promises of democracy? 1:01:53

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A keynote address by Dr Gloria de la Fuente, Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs of Chile.This event has been organised in conjunction with the Embassy of Chile, Ireland.About the Speaker: Dr Gloria de la Fuente is a Chilean Political Scientist with a Ph.D. in Social Science from the Universidad de Chile. She currently serves as Undersecretary for Fo…

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Future Constitutional Change: The Need to Prepare 15:33

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The political landscape across the island of Ireland has been changing over the past decade. Demographic changes, Brexit, polling data, and the realignment of traditional politics in the Oireachtas all point to the need to prepare for the increasing inevitability of substantial constitutional change in the future. Dialogue around the potential for …

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Global Trends in Ending Violence against Women and Girls 44:32

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Violence against women and girls is a persistent and escalating crisis and remains one of the most pervasive human rights violations worldwide. From femicide and domestic abuse to online harassment and conflict-related sexual violence, the scale and severity of gender-based violence continues to deepen across every region. Despite international com…

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Europe’s Climate Goals: An Agenda for Prosperity and Security 58:52

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The European Green Deal was launched in 2019 to make Europe the world’s first climate neutral and resilient economy, and to decouple economic growth from resource use. Six years later, the ambition has become even more important for Europe, and for the world, but the global context has considerably changed. In his address to the IIEA, Director Gene…

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Achieving Depth: Subsea Telecommunications Cables as Critical Infrastructure 14:35

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Government attention to the security and resilience of subsea telecommunications cables has intensified in recent years. While largely owned and operated by private companies, a growing number of states now qualify or designate the systems as critical, if not strategic infrastructure, the security and resilience of which are vital to economic and s…

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Brad Setser 'The Global Impact of US Economic Policies' - 17th of April 2025 36:23

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'The Global Impact of US Economic Policies'The international economic policies of the United States have shifted dramatically since the inauguration of Donald Trump as president at the end of January. Thus far, the most impactful have been a series of historically large tariff announcements on most countries in the world. Former US Treasury Economi…

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Engagement and Partnership with Africa’s Great Lakes Region: A Strategic Priority for the EU? 57:17

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Enhancing peace and security cooperation is a key pillar of the EU-Africa partnership, which celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025. In the second address of the 2025 Development Matters lecture series, which is kindly supported by Irish Aid, Mr Johan Borgstam, EU Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region, presents his assessment of the si…

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Can Europe act Strategically to a Changed Geopolitical Reality? 23:13

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Europe finds itself in a new geopolitical reality. While Russia's continues its war of aggression against Ukraine and threatens to advance on Europe's Eastern Flank, the transatlantic relationship is undergoing a period of change. Since the United States signalled that Europe will need to do more for its own defence, European capitals have been att…

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Constitutional Change and the Rise of Fiscal Discipline in Europe 25:45

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Full presentation Title: Constitutional Change and the Rise of Fiscal Discipline in Europe: Ripple Effects on Fundamental Social RightsIn March 2025, the ReArm Europe plan brought EU fiscal discipline and rules back into the spotlight of EU policymaking. In her address to the IIEA, Dr Kotsoni explores how, following the eurozone crisis, several EU …

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Hope: A Keynote Address by Mike Nesbitt 18:51

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In his address to the IIEA, Mike Nesbitt, Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party, explores how the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement, signed on 10 April 1998, saw an all-time peak of hope for the future of the people of Northern Ireland and, by association, Northern Ireland’s neighbours in the Republic of Ireland and in Great Britain.According to Mr Nesbi…

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Tom McDonnell, Allie Renison and Fabien Zuleeg - 3rd of April 2025 44:14

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'Trump, Tariffs, and The Future of Transatlantic Trade'The US is scheduled to announce another round of wide-ranging tariffs, including on the EU, on Wednesday, 2 April. This edition of IIEA Insights takes place the following day and assesses the measures and their likely impact on Ireland, the EU, and the transatlantic economy. Panellists also dis…

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EU Enlargement and the Western Balkans 58:08

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Current tectonic changes in Europe’s security environment have opened the way for rethinking the EU enlargement process. Western Balkan countries are an immediate neighbour to the EU and their stability is of strategic importance. As their closest EU partner, Croatia strongly advocates for the European path of the Western Balkans countries and is c…

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What now, Europe? Europe’s Strategic Outlook in a Changing World 43:50

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In her address to the IIEA, Constanze Stelzenmüller explores Europe’s strategic outlook as it faces mounting geopolitical challenges. As Russia’s war against Ukraine persists with ongoing support from China, the United States has entered a new political chapter following its recent presidential election. Meanwhile, authoritarian powers are assertin…

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A Decade After the Paris Agreement: Global Progress and Challenges in Clean Energy Transitions 1:01:28

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Ten years after the historic climate agreement reached at COP21 in Paris, considerable progress has been made in areas ranging from energy efficiency and renewables deployment to electric vehicles and heat pumps. However, this progress is well below that required to deliver on the goals in the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement, and investment in clean e…

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The Outlook for the UK Economy 21:39

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In this talk, Professor Stephen Millard discusses the outlook for the UK economy in light of the Chancellor’s Spring Statement and accompanying Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) forecast. He compares the current NIESR view as to the outlook for GDP, inflation and the labour market with the OBR’s forecast and the forecast from the Bank of Engla…

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Disinformation and Democracy in a New Era: Can Reality be Rescued? 23:33

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In this webinar, Nina Jankowicz discusses the evolution of disinformation in democracies, ranging from Russian-linked disinformation campaigns in Eastern Europe to the new U.S. Government’s hostile stance towards disinformation research. She discusses how the new US administration’s relationship with technology companies may affect content moderati…

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Larry Donnelly,Brian Jensen, Niamh King and Fergal O’Brien - 13th of March 2025 51:44

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Whither Ireland-US relations?The second term of Donald Trump has been eventful. After just weeks in office, the US president has alienated some of the most pro-American governments in Europe with his interventions in the war in Ukraine and his moves towards an accommodation with the aggressor in the conflict, Russia. He has also promised tariffs on…

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Challenges to Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Efforts in the Current Geopolitical Context 21:35

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Strengthening the full implementation of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons necessitates a balanced implementation of all of its three pillars: nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, and peaceful nuclear uses. However, the current geopolitical situation has exacerbated significant challenges in all of these t…

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Delivering Environmental Improvement in Northern Ireland 27:21

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The Minister speaks about the environmental policies and programmes being implemented to protect and improve our environment ensuring we work together to tackle the interconnected challenges facing agriculture and the environmentAbout the Speaker: Andrew Muir MLA is Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs in Northern Ireland and Alli…

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Poverty, Prosperity and Planet Report 2024: Pathways out of the Polycrisis 56:18

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The Poverty, Prosperity, and Planet Report 2024 is the first global, post-pandemic assessment of the World Bank’s mission to end extreme poverty, boost shared prosperity in a liveable planet and take stock of its progress towards achieving these goals. It highlights the stark reality that these intertwined goals are out of reach under the current l…

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Ireland’s Voice in Europe: In Conversation with Midlands-North-West MEPs 1:17:57

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In this event, in partnership with the European Parliament Liaison Office in Dublin, constituents have the opportunity to discuss issues of interest with Midland-North-West MEPs. This event offers an opportunity to debate matters of importance including agricultural policy, land use, climate change, housing, transport and other topics. As panellist…

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Mark Mellett, Neils Pultz, and Jakub Janda - 27th of February 2025 38:07

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Tectonic shifts are happening in European security. With intense uncertainty over the role. of the US as a guarantor of the continent’s security, Russia’s war in Ukraine now in its fourth year, and the exclusion of all other countries from US-Russia talks about ending that war, defence has shot to the top of governments’ agendas across the continen…

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Enforcing the Artificial Intelligence Act 26:40

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In this webinar Ms Lucilla Sioli, Director of the EU AI Office, addresses the Institute on the enforcement of the EU’s new AI Act. Ms Sioli explores the enforcement framework for the AI Act and how this legislation will be implemented in practice. Ms Sioli focuses particular attention on the role of the EU AI Office and how it can help to ensure co…

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Rule of Law in Europe: Perspectives from the CJEU with Judge Eugene Regan 27:13

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In this podcast, Judge Eugene Regan engages in conversation with IIEA Researcher, Heather Burke, to discuss the role that the Court of Justice of the European Union has played in defending the rule of law in Europe through its case law and as interpreter of the EU Treaties. He explains the function and responsibilities of the Court before tracing i…

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In Conversation with Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram 30:46

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In this ‘In Conversation’ event, Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester and Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, discuss their new book, Head North, which sets out a vision for a more balanced and inclusive future for the UK. Drawing on their experiences in Westminster and local government, the Mayors reflect on the challenges of …

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Economic Priorities - An Address by the Governor of the Central Bank 24:25

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In his address to the IIEA, Governor Makhlouf shares insights into the nation's current economic position and the Central Bank of Ireland’s priorities for 2025. His address offers perspectives on monetary policy, fiscal stability, and future economic priorities for Ireland and the euro area.About the Speaker:Gabriel Makhlouf took up his position as…

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OECD Economic Survey of Ireland 2025 Launch 1:22:02

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The OECD launched the Economic Survey of Ireland 2025 on Wednesday,12 February 2025. The biennial Survey provides detailed analysis of economic developments and key structural challenges, as well as making specific policy recommendations in these areas. This year’s Economic Survey contains an in-depth thematic chapter entitled 'Making housing more …

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Developing A Life Sciences Vision For Ireland Lessons From Europe On Economic Strategy 1:23:14

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Ireland is home to a high-performing life sciences industry, offering outstanding opportunities for both economic development and public health. Unlike other European countries, however, Ireland does not have a holistic vision for the future of the sector. This is set to change, as the Government has promised to develop a new national life sciences…

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Russia's Political Discourse: Patriotic Policy Critics or Nationalist Opposition? 32:37

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In her remarks to the IIEA, Dr Jade McGlynn explores the identity, interactions, and influence of nationalist policy critics within the Russian political landscape, particularly concerning the war in Ukraine. She discusses how nationalists' criticisms target military strategy and leadership inefficiencies and straddle a line between regime support …

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Enhancing Ground Transport Infrastructure for a Prosperous Ireland 1:09:35

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As Ireland’s population and economy grow, the demands on its transport infrastructure are increasing. Enhancing Ireland’s ground transport connectivity will play an important role in supporting economic growth, improving quality of life, and meeting climate commitments. Ireland’s National Development Plan 2030 outlines ambitious goals to upgrade Ir…

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Shaping Inclusive Futures: The EU's Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 34:41

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The EU's Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030 sets a transformative agenda for accessibility, equality, and inclusion. In her address to the IIEA, Inmaculada Placencia Porrero, Senior Expert in Disability and Inclusion at DG Employment, Social Affairs, and Inclusion at the European Commission, explores the strategy’s achie…

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Policy to Pasture: Bridging the Gap Between Climate Targets and Irish Agricultural Realities 42:51

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Ireland faces a unique challenge in reconciling its position as a major agricultural producer with increasingly ambitious climate targets at national and EU level. The agri-food sector contributes significantly to Ireland's economy, generating €17.3 billion in gross value added (6% of GNI*) and employing 173,400 people. However, it also accounts fo…

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Ukraine's Fight for Freedom 39:11

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In her address to the IIEA, Lara Marlowe discusses her new book, 'How Good It Is I Have No Fear of Dying'. Her book recounts the true story of a Ukrainian female army officer, Lieutenant Yulia Mykytenko, who commands a 25-man drone attack and reconnaissance platoon on the eastern front of the Russo-Ukrainian war. Lt Mykytenko has survived artillery…

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YPN Christmas Special: The Year of Elections in Review 1:05:33

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This year’s IIEA YPN Christmas Special reflects upon the 2024 ‘year of elections’. Larry Donnelly, Lecturer at NUI Galway, discusses the 2024 US Presidential election and what we can expect with a new Trump administration. Brigid Laffan, Professor Emeritus at EUI, discusses the European Parliament and what we can expect from a new EU Commission. Fi…