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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 2d

This discussion was held during the REDEMOS Public Stakeholders Conference: “Looking Backwards, Moving Forward – The EU and Support for Democracy in a Fragmented and Troubled Neighbourhood,” that took place in Yerevan, Armenia, on 13–14 May 2024.

#REDEMOS_eu

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 2d

🎥 #REDEMOS_eu Interview

Mrs. Sona Ghazaryan, MP, Standing Committee on European Integration, National Assembly, Yerevan, honored us with her views on the prospects of closer integration by Armenia into the EU.

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REDEMOS | Interview with Sona Ghazaryan

YouTube video by REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 10d

Stay tuned as the conference continues through 24 October, highlighting research insights and policy engagement from the #REDEMOS_eu Horizon Europe project!

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 10d

One of the highlights from Day 1 was the Public Panel Discussion “Learning from Switzerland: Promoting Democracy in Uncertain Times.”

The session was moderated by Henry Plitt & featured insights from Dr. Madalina Dobrescu, Andreas Gross, Bruno Kaufmann & Dr. Alexander Lambert.

#REMEMOS_eu

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 10d

📢 The Public Stakeholders Conference “Democracy Promotion in Practice: Insights from the #REDEMOS_eu Project and Switzerland’s Experience” is underway this week at the @unisg.ch (22–24 October 2025), bringing together researchers, policymakers, and democracy practitioners.

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 11d

🎥 #REDEMOS_eu Interview with Deputy Project Coordinator Tobias Schumacher, Professor of European Studies, NTNU, Trondheim-Norway, on the REDEMOS 2nd Multi-stakeholders' Meeting that took place in Yerevan, Armenia, on May 13, 2024.

📺 Watch on YouTube now!

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REDEMOS | Interview with Tobias Schumacher

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 13d

The discussion unpacked what’s at stake as #Moldova comes out from the pivotal vote on 28 September 2025, balancing reform and rule of law with the pressures of disinformation, oligarchic influence & #Russia's shadow.

#REDEMOS_eu #Webinar

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 13d

This webinar brought together leading voices on Moldova’s democratic trajectory: Iulian Groza, Executive Director (IPRE) & Paula Erizanu, journalist and author. The conversation was moderated by Dr.Madalina Dobrescu, principal investigator of #REDEMOS_eu.

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 13d

Missed the #REDEMOS_eu #webinar "A Test for Democracy: Moldova's High-Stakes 2025 Parliamentary Elections", held on 3 October? It's now available on our #YouTube channel!

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REDEMOS Webinar | A Test for Democracy: Moldova's High-Stakes 2025 Parliamentary Elections

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 13d

📅 In 2 days: The #REDEMOS_eu Public Stakeholders Conference kicks off at @unisg.ch (22–24 October)!

Explore democracy promotion in practice with insights from REDEMOS & Switzerland’s foreign policy experience.

🔗 redemos.eu/2025/10/12/r...

#Democracy #Switzerland #EUforeignpolicy #HorizonEurope

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 17d

🗓️ From 22–24 October, the University of St.Gallen hosts the
#REDEMOS_eu Public Stakeholders Conference on #democracy promotion in practice, drawing on #Switzerland’s legacy & REDEMOS research.

📍A timely exchange amid rising global challenges.

🔗 redemos.eu/2025/10/12/r...

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 20d

📩 For further information or if you are interested in participating, please contact [email protected]

#REDEMOS_eu

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 20d

The event explores democracy promotion in theory and practice - drawing on Switzerland’s foreign policy and #REDEMOS_eu project research.

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · 20d

📢 From 22–24 October 2025, the University of St. Gallen will host the #REDEMOS_eu Public Stakeholders Conference “Democracy Promotion in Practice: Insights from the REDEMOS Project and Switzerland’s Experience.”

Learn more: redemos.eu/2025/10/12/r...

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Oct 3

📑 New #REDEMOS_eu Blog Post!

“EU-Azerbaijan Relations: From Normative Divergence to Strategic Convergence” by Murad Nasibov (TU Dresden).

Discover how EU–Azerbaijan ties shifted from values to strategy, reshaping democracy support and regional geopolitics.

Read more: redemos.eu/2025/09/18/e...

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Oct 2

📢 Happening tomorrow!

Join the #REDEMOS_eu webinar on #Moldova’s post-election outlook!

🗓️ 3 Oct | 🕐 13:00 CET

Speakers: Iulian Groza & Paula Erizanu
Moderator: Dr Madalina Dobrescu

Register: redemos.eu/2025/09/26/r...

#Democracy #REDEMOSWebinar #HorizonEurope #EasternNeighbourhood

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 26

1 week to go 📢 Join us for a timely #REDEMOS_eu #webinar unpacking #Moldova’s post-election path, reform challenges & regional impact.

📅 3 October | 🕐 13:00 CET
🎙️ Speakers: Iulian Groza & Paula Erizanu
🎤 Moderator: Dr Madalina Dobrescu

Register: redemos.eu/2025/09/26/r...

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 22

Mr Gnyot shared his experience as a political prisoner, highlighting the risks faced by those who express different views in authoritarian regimes.

His personal story and powerful reflections set the tone for a day of thoughtful dialogue on #democracy.

#HumanRights #EasternNeighbourhood

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 22

At the #REDEMOS_eu Policy Toolkit Validation Meeting, we had the honour of opening the day with a keynote address by Andrey Gnyot, former political prisoner and Member of the European Film Academy (Warsaw).

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 19

🙏 A sincere thank you to all speakers, experts, and participants who contributed their insights, feedback, and time. Your engagement is helping shape the future of EU democracy support.

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 19

Yesterday’s #REDEMOS_eu Policy Toolkit Validation Meeting opened and closed with powerful reflections by Dr Madalina Dobrescu (NTNU), highlighting the value of dialogue and shared expertise in shaping EU democracy support.

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 19

A thought-provoking conversation on how the EU can maintain its democratic commitments amid rising geopolitical rivalry.

#REDEMOS_eu #DemocracySupport #EUforeignpolicy #Geopolitics #EasternNeighbourhood #HorizonEurope

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 19

Session snapshot from the #REDEMOS_eu Policy Toolkit Validation Meeting:
“EU Democracy Support in Light of Geopolitical Competition”

🎤 Chair: Rikard Jozwiak (Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty)
🗣️ Speaker: Dr Kristi Raik (ICDS, Tallinn)
💬 Impulse: H.E. Dirk Schübel (Head of Russia Division, EEAS)

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REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 19

A timely discussion on the future of democracy funding amid shifting global and EU priorities.

#REDEMOS_eu #EasternNeighbourhood #HorizonEurope

REDEMOS Horizon Europe Project @redemoseu.bsky.social · Sep 19

Highlights from yesterday’s session: “Trends in Democracy Support Funding: Consolidating EU Aid in an Era of Shifting Priorities”

Chair: Dr Madalina Dobrescu (REDEMOS, NTNU)
Speaker: Prof. Dr. Tina Freyburg (University of St. Gallen)
Impulse: H.E. Daniela Morari, Ambassador of Moldova to the EU

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