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As CEPA marks its 20th anniversary, @apolyakova.bsky.social reflects on CEPA’s journey, sharing that “CEPA has come from being a policy startup to a policy innovator and driver.”

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 15h

Join CEPA for the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech & Security Conference! Register now for a dynamic series of discussions and debates on transatlantic industrial base challenges, technology and trade, and the building blocks of AI.

https://cepa.org/cepa-forum-2025-tech-conference/

CEPA Forum 2025 Tech Conference

The CEPA Forum Tech Conference is a platform for high-level decision-makers and thought leaders from both sides of the Atlantic.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 17h

"From our investment in the next generation of leaders to our agility in taking on new ideas in order to adapt to an ever-evolving set of national security challenges, CEPA’s future as the premier transatlantic institution is bright." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 19h

Georgian Election Boycott Gives Ruling Party a Free Ride | "The Georgian opposition’s decision to boycott local elections proved counter-productive. The authoritarian governing party will now have even more leeway."

Georgian Election Boycott Gives Ruling Party a Free Ride

The Georgian opposition’s decision to boycott local elections proved counter-productive. The authoritarian governing party now has leeway.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

“Moscow’s financial strategy for the fifth year of war is unmistakable ... the Kremlin will attempt to muddle through without major expenditure increases, instead passing the war’s costs to  the whole of society.” Alexander Kolyandr

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Russia's economy is creaking -- and the Kremlin wants Russians to pay more for the war

The Kremlin's commitment to the Ukraine war was in focus this week after the finance ministry released its 2026 draft budget.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

“This is how the Russians do war. They test softly for a little bit, they watch for a reaction, and if the reaction is soft, then they’ll keep going, they’ll keep testing, testing, testing until they make the ultimate decision for a confrontation.” @apolyakova.bsky.social

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Concerns grow over NATO’s readiness for modern warfare | Fox News Video

Fox News correspondent Steve Harrigan reports on concerns about NATO’s ability to confront Russia on ‘Special Report.’

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

Five Ways to Punish Russia | "With a bit of imagination and courage, NATO can impose immediate costs for Russia’s hybrid war operations." George Janjalia

Five Ways to Punish Russia

With a bit of imagination and courage, NATO can impose immediate costs for Russia’s hybrid war operations across Europe.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

Europe is driving towards a defense tech boom. Join CEPA to discuss European innovation with Robert Geckle, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Stephen Twitty, Jennifer Stewart, and Catherine Sendak at the 2025 Tech & Security Conference. Explore the full agenda 👇

Agenda 2025 CEPA Forum Tech and Security Conference

The agenda for the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech and Security Conference including keynotes, panels, and discussions.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

Europe Didn’t Always Preach Regulation | "Europe is proud of the 'Brussels Effect,' setting tech rules that spread around the globe. It shouldn’t be." Nicklas Lundblad #TechPol

Europe Didn’t Always Preach Regulation

Europe is proud of the “Brussels Effect,” setting tech rules that spread around the globe. It shouldn’t be.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

Join CEPA for the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech & Security Conference! Register now for a dynamic series of discussions and debates on transatlantic industrial base challenges, technology and trade, and the building blocks of AI.

CEPA Forum 2025 Tech Conference

The CEPA Forum Tech Conference is a platform for high-level decision-makers and thought leaders from both sides of the Atlantic.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

A Desperate Race for Drone Defenses | "Defense industries have tended to focus on the quality of military output, but the Ukraine war shows the importance of mass." @kirichenko.bsky.social

A Desperate Race for Drone Defenses

Defense industries have tended to focus on the quality of military output, but the Ukraine war shows the importance of mass.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

NATO Must Learn from Ukraine’s Frontline Drone Labs | "Russian drone incursions mark an acceleration in the Kremlin's hybrid war on the West. NATO members should study Ukraine's frontline labs to prepare for what comes next." Serhii Kuzan

NATO Must Learn from Ukraine’s Frontline Drone Labs

Russian drone incursions mark an acceleration in the Kremlin's hybrid war on the West. NATO members should study Ukraine's frontline labs.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

"Reflecting on CEPA’s founding twenty years ago, I am first struck by how far CEPA has come from being a policy start-up to a policy innovator and driver. I am also struck by how much the world and geopolitics have changed." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

Is Germany Going to Walk its Tough China Talk? | "After years of appeasement, Berlin’s attitude to China is hardening. But concrete actions remain elusive." Reinhard Bütikofer

Is Germany Going to Walk its Tough China Talk?

After years of appeasement, Berlin’s attitude toward China is hardening. But concrete actions remain elusive.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

"Looking back over this 20-year period of accelerating change, it is difficult to predict what the next two decades will hold. But it is clear to me — given the velocity of change and the depth of the competition — that CEPA’s mission will be even more urgent." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

“The big, decisive question is, when the EC’s defense chief Andrius Kubilius brings the defense ministers together in Brussels for an EU defense ministers meeting, how much support will [the drone wall] get?” Jan Techau

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Drone wall plan tests Europe’s cohesion

After a spate of Russian drones appeared in European airspace, the European Commission is exploring a so-called “drone wall,” an air defense system that aims to detect and destroy drones that pass thr...

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

"This year, CEPA celebrates 20 years of policy impact and leadership. While an important milestone for the institution, it is a critical moment for the Europe-US alliance and the world order." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

The Electoral Revenge of Czech ‘Pork-Eaters’ | "The Czech Republic will not become a Hungarian-style illiberal state, despite the defeat of its pro-Ukrainian government." Jan Macháček

The Electoral Revenge of Czech ‘Pork-Eaters’

The Czech Republic will not become a Hungarian-style illiberal state, despite the defeat of its pro-Ukrainian government.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

Kremlin Financial Retaliation? Empty Threats | "The Putin regime realizes its war of aggression will be seriously affected if financial assets are handed to Ukraine. But it’s impotent." Timothy Ash

Kremlin Financial Retaliation? Empty Threats

The Putin regime realizes its war of aggression will be seriously affected if financial assets are handed to Ukraine. But it’s impotent.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

Magic Weapons: Drones | "As Europe dithers, Russia’s successful drone offensive intensifies." @edwardlucas.bsky.social

Magic Weapons: Drones

As Russia’s disruption campaign increases in scale, it is clear that using drones against civil aviation comes close to being a magic weapon.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

From CEPA’s “investment in the next generation of leaders to our agility in taking on new ideas in order to adapt to an ever-evolving set of national security challenges, CEPA’s future as the premier transatlantic institution is bright.”

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

Reflecting on the past 20 years of rapid transformation, forecasting the next two decades is challenging, but “it is clear to me — given the velocity of change and the depth of the competition — that CEPA’s mission will be even more urgent.”

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

The US and Europe also have a unique chance to shape the future of digital infrastructure through their democratic values. By leveraging resources, talent, and innovation, the alliance can lead in the global tech race.

Tech Policy Program

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

The most significant change over the past 20 years has been the digital and technological revolution, with the ongoing war in Ukraine illustrating how artificial intelligence and autonomous systems are reshaping the nature of warfare.

Age of Autonomy

CEPA’s “Age of Autonomy” series looks at the use of autonomous technologies on the battlefield and its implications for defense and security.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

China's emergence as a global power over the past two decades “presents a full-spectrum challenge to the United States and allies; Beijing is working with other authoritarian partners to reforge the world order that the US built.”

China's Fast-Growing Global Challenge

Beijing’s ambitions caused alarm when paraded by Xi Jinping last month, but the country’s growing global influence is even greater than realized.

Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

Geostrategic competition has returned and Russia's actions in Ukraine, starting with the annexation of Crimea in 2014 and escalating to a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, have revitalized NATO by giving it a clear purpose.

CEPA at 20: The Ideas That Will Shape 2025

2025 follows a tumultuous year for the transatlantic alliance and world order as Russia and China continue disrupt peace and prosperity.