@visegradinsight.bsky.social
Next April, Hungarians are heading to the polls to decide if they want to continue with Orbán. But would a potential victory for the opposition really mean plain sailing? Read our interview with András Simor and Péter Ákos Bod: lnkd.in/drt45nVw
Learn more about the initiative: lnkd.in/dsgM3PnM
Learn more about the initiative: lnkd.in/dsgM3PnM
November 26, 2025 at 8:39 AM
Next April, Hungarians are heading to the polls to decide if they want to continue with Orbán. But would a potential victory for the opposition really mean plain sailing? Read our interview with András Simor and Péter Ákos Bod: lnkd.in/drt45nVw
Learn more about the initiative: lnkd.in/dsgM3PnM
Learn more about the initiative: lnkd.in/dsgM3PnM
In April, Hungarians go to the polls again. But is Hungary’s real problem that its oligarchs are not independent tycoons at all, but extensions of the state itself? Check out our new podcast episode with András Simor and Péter Ákos Bod to find out.
Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?lis...
November 25, 2025 at 9:36 AM
In April, Hungarians go to the polls again. But is Hungary’s real problem that its oligarchs are not independent tycoons at all, but extensions of the state itself? Check out our new podcast episode with András Simor and Péter Ákos Bod to find out.
Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?lis...
How did the leaders from Central and Eastern Europe react to the so-called 'peace' proposal for Ukraine?
Read our Weekly Outlook to find out:
lnkd.in/dapv_-p3
Read our Weekly Outlook to find out:
lnkd.in/dapv_-p3
November 24, 2025 at 12:10 PM
How did the leaders from Central and Eastern Europe react to the so-called 'peace' proposal for Ukraine?
Read our Weekly Outlook to find out:
lnkd.in/dapv_-p3
Read our Weekly Outlook to find out:
lnkd.in/dapv_-p3
Georgia deleted gender from its constitution but kept gender-based violence, smear campaigns and autocratisation.
What's next?
Read our new analysis by Kerry Longhurst and Vanessa Tinker: visegradinsight.eu/gender-equal...
What's next?
Read our new analysis by Kerry Longhurst and Vanessa Tinker: visegradinsight.eu/gender-equal...
November 21, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Georgia deleted gender from its constitution but kept gender-based violence, smear campaigns and autocratisation.
What's next?
Read our new analysis by Kerry Longhurst and Vanessa Tinker: visegradinsight.eu/gender-equal...
What's next?
Read our new analysis by Kerry Longhurst and Vanessa Tinker: visegradinsight.eu/gender-equal...
Ukraine has great anticorruption plans – it just needs to implement them to join the EU.
In our new commentary, Visegrad Insight Fellow Valeriia Novak asks uncomfortable questions about Ukraine's EU accession and reforms that follow: visegradinsight.eu/ukraine-corr...
In our new commentary, Visegrad Insight Fellow Valeriia Novak asks uncomfortable questions about Ukraine's EU accession and reforms that follow: visegradinsight.eu/ukraine-corr...
November 20, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Ukraine has great anticorruption plans – it just needs to implement them to join the EU.
In our new commentary, Visegrad Insight Fellow Valeriia Novak asks uncomfortable questions about Ukraine's EU accession and reforms that follow: visegradinsight.eu/ukraine-corr...
In our new commentary, Visegrad Insight Fellow Valeriia Novak asks uncomfortable questions about Ukraine's EU accession and reforms that follow: visegradinsight.eu/ukraine-corr...
Nationalism in banking is simply stupid. When Andreas Treichl says this, Europe should listen. Check out the new Visegrad Insight interview: visegradinsight.eu/treihl-erste...
November 19, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Nationalism in banking is simply stupid. When Andreas Treichl says this, Europe should listen. Check out the new Visegrad Insight interview: visegradinsight.eu/treihl-erste...
Europe spends more on imported fossil fuels than on the entire EU budget.
But is there a holy grail that can turn things around?
Read the Europe Future Forum debate recap to find out: visegradinsight.eu/energy-trans...
But is there a holy grail that can turn things around?
Read the Europe Future Forum debate recap to find out: visegradinsight.eu/energy-trans...
November 18, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Europe spends more on imported fossil fuels than on the entire EU budget.
But is there a holy grail that can turn things around?
Read the Europe Future Forum debate recap to find out: visegradinsight.eu/energy-trans...
But is there a holy grail that can turn things around?
Read the Europe Future Forum debate recap to find out: visegradinsight.eu/energy-trans...
What keeps Europe warmer this year – extra gas, extra fences or a thicker layer of democracy?
Read our Weekly Outlook to find out: visegradinsight.eu/eu-democracy...
Read our Weekly Outlook to find out: visegradinsight.eu/eu-democracy...
November 17, 2025 at 12:43 PM
What keeps Europe warmer this year – extra gas, extra fences or a thicker layer of democracy?
Read our Weekly Outlook to find out: visegradinsight.eu/eu-democracy...
Read our Weekly Outlook to find out: visegradinsight.eu/eu-democracy...
Will the EU stay true to its democratic values in five years' time?
Or will it succumb to populism and hard power politics?
Swipe to find out ➡️
Or will it succumb to populism and hard power politics?
Swipe to find out ➡️
November 13, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Will the EU stay true to its democratic values in five years' time?
Or will it succumb to populism and hard power politics?
Swipe to find out ➡️
Or will it succumb to populism and hard power politics?
Swipe to find out ➡️
How can smaller states maintain economic security and defend themselves from the fallout of a global crisis? Tune in to our conversation with Jarno Syrjala, Finland’s Under-Secretary of State for International Trade.
YT: lnkd.in/d54gXFd8
Spotify: lnkd.in/dMHz_w5T
Apple: lnkd.in/d-KxHZw3
YT: lnkd.in/d54gXFd8
Spotify: lnkd.in/dMHz_w5T
Apple: lnkd.in/d-KxHZw3
November 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
How can smaller states maintain economic security and defend themselves from the fallout of a global crisis? Tune in to our conversation with Jarno Syrjala, Finland’s Under-Secretary of State for International Trade.
YT: lnkd.in/d54gXFd8
Spotify: lnkd.in/dMHz_w5T
Apple: lnkd.in/d-KxHZw3
YT: lnkd.in/d54gXFd8
Spotify: lnkd.in/dMHz_w5T
Apple: lnkd.in/d-KxHZw3
The German car industry may soon grind to a complete halt because of supply chain issues, very much like what happened during the pandemic.
Watch the full Visegrad Insight interview with Wolfgang Munchau from Eurointelligence to find out why this is the case: youtu.be/LjS518ShxE4
Watch the full Visegrad Insight interview with Wolfgang Munchau from Eurointelligence to find out why this is the case: youtu.be/LjS518ShxE4
November 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The German car industry may soon grind to a complete halt because of supply chain issues, very much like what happened during the pandemic.
Watch the full Visegrad Insight interview with Wolfgang Munchau from Eurointelligence to find out why this is the case: youtu.be/LjS518ShxE4
Watch the full Visegrad Insight interview with Wolfgang Munchau from Eurointelligence to find out why this is the case: youtu.be/LjS518ShxE4
EU is not a geopolitical actor.
Shaking hands at G7 or G20 does not make it so.
In a conversation with Wojciech Przybylski, Wolfgang Munchau talks about Germany's neo-mercantilist cul-de-sac, China's choke points and why our support for Ukraine still falls short.
WEEKEND READ: lnkd.in/dzEUfsrP
Shaking hands at G7 or G20 does not make it so.
In a conversation with Wojciech Przybylski, Wolfgang Munchau talks about Germany's neo-mercantilist cul-de-sac, China's choke points and why our support for Ukraine still falls short.
WEEKEND READ: lnkd.in/dzEUfsrP
November 8, 2025 at 8:54 AM
EU is not a geopolitical actor.
Shaking hands at G7 or G20 does not make it so.
In a conversation with Wojciech Przybylski, Wolfgang Munchau talks about Germany's neo-mercantilist cul-de-sac, China's choke points and why our support for Ukraine still falls short.
WEEKEND READ: lnkd.in/dzEUfsrP
Shaking hands at G7 or G20 does not make it so.
In a conversation with Wojciech Przybylski, Wolfgang Munchau talks about Germany's neo-mercantilist cul-de-sac, China's choke points and why our support for Ukraine still falls short.
WEEKEND READ: lnkd.in/dzEUfsrP
The weakness of Europe is a choice
If that line stings, it should.
Our dependencies on China and the US will undermine any efforts to strengthen the European defence.
Watch the full interview with Wolfgang Munchau from Eurointelligence to find out why: youtu.be/LjS518ShxE4
If that line stings, it should.
Our dependencies on China and the US will undermine any efforts to strengthen the European defence.
Watch the full interview with Wolfgang Munchau from Eurointelligence to find out why: youtu.be/LjS518ShxE4
November 7, 2025 at 6:15 PM
The weakness of Europe is a choice
If that line stings, it should.
Our dependencies on China and the US will undermine any efforts to strengthen the European defence.
Watch the full interview with Wolfgang Munchau from Eurointelligence to find out why: youtu.be/LjS518ShxE4
If that line stings, it should.
Our dependencies on China and the US will undermine any efforts to strengthen the European defence.
Watch the full interview with Wolfgang Munchau from Eurointelligence to find out why: youtu.be/LjS518ShxE4
Chinese components have been increasingly found across Russia's drone production value chains. Can China’s growing support for Russia determine the course of the war in Ukraine? Read our new analysis to find out: visegradinsight.eu/china-and-th...
November 5, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Chinese components have been increasingly found across Russia's drone production value chains. Can China’s growing support for Russia determine the course of the war in Ukraine? Read our new analysis to find out: visegradinsight.eu/china-and-th...
Everyone is glued to the Orbán–Tusk spat, yet few follow the intricacies.
The real game is energy security as the de-Russification of Europe's energy market goes on.
Learn more about this strategic interplay in our Weekly Outlook:
lnkd.in/d44mcGZB
The real game is energy security as the de-Russification of Europe's energy market goes on.
Learn more about this strategic interplay in our Weekly Outlook:
lnkd.in/d44mcGZB
November 3, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Everyone is glued to the Orbán–Tusk spat, yet few follow the intricacies.
The real game is energy security as the de-Russification of Europe's energy market goes on.
Learn more about this strategic interplay in our Weekly Outlook:
lnkd.in/d44mcGZB
The real game is energy security as the de-Russification of Europe's energy market goes on.
Learn more about this strategic interplay in our Weekly Outlook:
lnkd.in/d44mcGZB
Will Babiš join the Fico-Orban clique?
And if so, should we be worried?
Enjoy the weekend read by Kateřina Šafaříková: visegradinsight.eu/what-czech-e...
And if so, should we be worried?
Enjoy the weekend read by Kateřina Šafaříková: visegradinsight.eu/what-czech-e...
October 31, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Will Babiš join the Fico-Orban clique?
And if so, should we be worried?
Enjoy the weekend read by Kateřina Šafaříková: visegradinsight.eu/what-czech-e...
And if so, should we be worried?
Enjoy the weekend read by Kateřina Šafaříková: visegradinsight.eu/what-czech-e...
What would Europe look like in five years - a disintegrating entity that prioritises high power politics, or a stronger, more resilient Union that stays true to its values?
Read our new special report to find out: lnkd.in/d_9jRB5T
#EU
Read our new special report to find out: lnkd.in/d_9jRB5T
#EU
October 30, 2025 at 8:25 AM
What would Europe look like in five years - a disintegrating entity that prioritises high power politics, or a stronger, more resilient Union that stays true to its values?
Read our new special report to find out: lnkd.in/d_9jRB5T
#EU
Read our new special report to find out: lnkd.in/d_9jRB5T
#EU
What do 94% of Poles dream about in 2025 – and how are their fears shaping the future of politics?
Tune in to our interview with Maia Mazurkiewicz from PZU to explore the interplay between hopes, emotions and societal resilience in Poland: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tlhs...
Tune in to our interview with Maia Mazurkiewicz from PZU to explore the interplay between hopes, emotions and societal resilience in Poland: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tlhs...
October 28, 2025 at 3:49 PM
What do 94% of Poles dream about in 2025 – and how are their fears shaping the future of politics?
Tune in to our interview with Maia Mazurkiewicz from PZU to explore the interplay between hopes, emotions and societal resilience in Poland: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tlhs...
Tune in to our interview with Maia Mazurkiewicz from PZU to explore the interplay between hopes, emotions and societal resilience in Poland: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tlhs...
The clock is ticking for Slovakia as the EU phases out Russian gas by the end of 2027. Can V4 partnerships turn this challenge into an opportunity for energy independence?
Join us online on Zoom with Eva Mihočková, Andrej Nosko, and @kasprowiczt.bsky.social
visegradinsight.eu/online-is-sl...
Join us online on Zoom with Eva Mihočková, Andrej Nosko, and @kasprowiczt.bsky.social
visegradinsight.eu/online-is-sl...
Online: Is Slovakia Ready to Break Free from Russian Gas?
REGISTER FOR THE EVENT BY SCROLLING DOWN OR CLICKING HERE. This discussion will examine how regional cooperation within the V4 enhances energy security and diversifies gas supply routes amidst geopoli...
visegradinsight.eu
October 24, 2025 at 12:12 PM
The clock is ticking for Slovakia as the EU phases out Russian gas by the end of 2027. Can V4 partnerships turn this challenge into an opportunity for energy independence?
Join us online on Zoom with Eva Mihočková, Andrej Nosko, and @kasprowiczt.bsky.social
visegradinsight.eu/online-is-sl...
Join us online on Zoom with Eva Mihočková, Andrej Nosko, and @kasprowiczt.bsky.social
visegradinsight.eu/online-is-sl...
Join us in Budapest for a public debate on 30 October! We'll discuss staying prepared for threats while building unity & lasting peace across the continent.
Speakers: Goran Buldioski, Peter Heil, Marta Pardavi, Wojciech Przybylski, moderated by Magda Jakubowska.
visegradinsight.eu/how-will-eu-...
Speakers: Goran Buldioski, Peter Heil, Marta Pardavi, Wojciech Przybylski, moderated by Magda Jakubowska.
visegradinsight.eu/how-will-eu-...
How Will EU Policies Help Maintain Peace in Europe?
Join our public debate in Budapest on 30 October at 17:00 CET at the Up Hotel, Csengery u. 31, Budapest (Cloud Room). As the European Union (EU) approaches the 2029 elections, concerns over democratic...
visegradinsight.eu
October 23, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Join us in Budapest for a public debate on 30 October! We'll discuss staying prepared for threats while building unity & lasting peace across the continent.
Speakers: Goran Buldioski, Peter Heil, Marta Pardavi, Wojciech Przybylski, moderated by Magda Jakubowska.
visegradinsight.eu/how-will-eu-...
Speakers: Goran Buldioski, Peter Heil, Marta Pardavi, Wojciech Przybylski, moderated by Magda Jakubowska.
visegradinsight.eu/how-will-eu-...
94 per cent of Slovakia is gasified, but most of it comes from Gazprom. Can Slovakia fully ditch the Russian gas by cooperating with its Visegrad neighbours? Read our new commentary by Eva Mihockova to find out: visegradinsight.eu/slovakia-piv...
October 22, 2025 at 10:02 AM
94 per cent of Slovakia is gasified, but most of it comes from Gazprom. Can Slovakia fully ditch the Russian gas by cooperating with its Visegrad neighbours? Read our new commentary by Eva Mihockova to find out: visegradinsight.eu/slovakia-piv...
To Budapest with no love? Orbán hunts headlines again as peace talks loom. Read more in this week's edition of the Outlook: visegradinsight.eu/trumps-hope-...
October 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM
To Budapest with no love? Orbán hunts headlines again as peace talks loom. Read more in this week's edition of the Outlook: visegradinsight.eu/trumps-hope-...
Say hello to Arslan Suleymanov, our new Assistant Editor at Visegrad Insight! He brings extensive experience writing for institutions and businesses across Europe and the US.
Welcome on board, Arslan 👏
Welcome on board, Arslan 👏
October 13, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Say hello to Arslan Suleymanov, our new Assistant Editor at Visegrad Insight! He brings extensive experience writing for institutions and businesses across Europe and the US.
Welcome on board, Arslan 👏
Welcome on board, Arslan 👏
Ursula under fire, Magyar twist: CEE’s vote on Ursula von der Leyen shows a split Union.
Find out why in the latest #WeeklyOutlook
Find out why in the latest #WeeklyOutlook
October 13, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Ursula under fire, Magyar twist: CEE’s vote on Ursula von der Leyen shows a split Union.
Find out why in the latest #WeeklyOutlook
Find out why in the latest #WeeklyOutlook
🇵🇱🇩🇪 A week spent on the border revealed a community where many want to work together, and a type of politics that is missing in the battle over immigration.
Click the link for more from @staskaleta.bsky.social ⤵️
visegradinsight.eu/this-polish-...
Click the link for more from @staskaleta.bsky.social ⤵️
visegradinsight.eu/this-polish-...
This Polish-German Border Community Still Believes In The European Miracle – LONG READ
A week on the border revealed a twin city wanting to work together, and a type of politics that is missing in the battle over immigration.
visegradinsight.eu
October 3, 2025 at 9:31 AM
🇵🇱🇩🇪 A week spent on the border revealed a community where many want to work together, and a type of politics that is missing in the battle over immigration.
Click the link for more from @staskaleta.bsky.social ⤵️
visegradinsight.eu/this-polish-...
Click the link for more from @staskaleta.bsky.social ⤵️
visegradinsight.eu/this-polish-...