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Considering the upcoming referendum in the UK and the consequences a potential “Brexit” would have for the Union, how should the EU respond to calls for a ‘Europe á la carte’?
With foundations such as the European Endowment for Democracy calling for the fostering, not exporting, of democracy, how can the EU best support democratic transitions in its neighbouring countries without imposing its values on sovereign states?
East-west ‘tug-of-war’: Considering the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the struggle for influence in Eastern European countries, what can the EU do to normalise relations with Russia and ensure a peaceful, democratic development in the region?
“Our World, Our Dignity, Our Future”. 2015 has been declared as the European Year of Development by the European Commission. In light of this, what role should the EU play in supporting sustainable growth to help eradicate poverty in developing countries?
The rapid growth of Bitcoin has captured the attention not just of the media, but also of financial regulators and governments. As their use becomes more widespread, what stance should the EU adopt with regard to cryptocurrencies?
In an increasingly interconnected digital economy, emerging IT services create new ways of sharing and utilising existing resources. Following the protests against ridesharing application Uber around Europe, what measures can the EU take to ensure the efficient use of new technologies whilst balancing labour market and consumer protection concerns?
In 2014 the European Commission announced an Energy Security Strategy for the EU. How can the long-term measures of the strategy be best realised while helping the EU develop its own self-sustainable means of energy production?
The global market for eco-industries is expected to double over the next 10 years. In efforts to promote a more sustainable way of life how can the EU encourage eco-innovation in small and medium sized enterprises in Europe in a move towards a circular economy?
The Dublin III Regulation has been widely criticised as ineffective in the face of the increased flow of migrants from Libya since entering into force in 2013. With the 2014 ‘health-check’ of the Regulation overdue, what reforms should take place to ensure the humane treatment of asylum seekers?
Free movement under fire: with increasing domestic criticism of EU migration, and some Member States proposing to curtail this right to free movement, how can the EU address these growing issues whilst staying true to its goal of uniting Europe?
In light of the conflicts taking place at the EU’s borders, such as the Ukraine crisis and the threats of self-proclaimed IS, should Member States discuss the possibility of cooperating more closely in security and defence matters? How should this be reflected in the Common Security and Defence Policy?