Trump attacks Venezuela
Mark Leonard welcomes Jeremy Shapiro and Nacho Torreblanca to discuss what Donald Trump’s capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro means for the world
Latin America
27
May
Conectando regiones, cerrando brechas, construyendo soberanías: La UE y América Latina-Caribe en el nuevo contexto internacional
El European Council on Foreign Relations, en colaboración con la Fundación Carolina, organizó un debate público el pasado martes, 27 de mayo de 16:30 a 18:30 h CEST en la Sala Cervantes de Casa de América para presentar el informe “Conectando regiones, cerrando brechas, construyendo soberanía: La Alianza Digital UE-ALC. Recomendaciones de cara a la Cumbre UE-CELAC”. En un contexto marcado por la creciente confrontación geopolítica y…
Beyond the Panama Canal: The impact of Trump’s re-election for Latin America
Trump’s “America First” rhetoric could significantly impact the region, potentially creating an opening for Europeans to strengthen their ties and influence there
Open trade, open minds: Why opposing the Mercosur trade deal would hurt the EU
An agreement between the EU and the Mercosur trade bloc promises an 800-million-person market and reduced tariffs. Yet political fears in Europe threaten to derail the landmark deal, jeopardising global alliances and the EU’s position as a leader in multilateral trade
Brazil’s role in a changing world order
Mark Leonard welcomes José Ignacio Torreblanca and Pawel Zerka to discuss Brazil’s role in a changing world order
European Power
Samba Steps: Understanding Brazil’s global role and what it means for Europe
As global power dynamics shift amid intensifying US-China rivalry, the rise of assertive middle powers, and increased scepticism toward the international rules-based order, Europe finds itself navigating new challenges in securing its global position. To avoid being drawn into a new Cold War dynamic, Europe must seek partnerships with emerging powers, especially those shaping the…
31
Oct
European Power
La cooperación birregional en materia tecnológica y digital en el contexto de la Cumbre UE-CELAC 2025
El European Council on Foreign Relations organizó un debate público el jueves, 31 de octubre de 11:00 a 13:00 h en Casa de América con el objetivo de profundizar en la agenda de cooperación tecnológica y digital entre la Unión Europea y América Latina y el Caribe. En este debate público se identificaron oportunidades de…
The world after the West: Matias Spektor on Brazil
Brazil is a middle-power powerhouse. The largest and most populous country in Latin America, this founding member of BRICS+ wields strong cultural, economic, and diplomatic…
Ahead of the curve: Why the EU and US risk falling behind China in Latin America
As Beijing’s investment approach to Latin America focuses on industries of strategic importance, the EU and US will need to contend with growing Chinese competition
8
May
Asia
Rome Foreign Policy Club, Terza Edizione – Road to November 2024: prospettive e scenari globali delle elezioni americane
Nella sua edizione 2024, il Rome Foreign Policy Club riunisce giovani ricercatori italiani under 40 per costruire ipotesi di scenario che possano supportare la definizione di policy da parte del Ministero per gli Affari Esteri e la Cooperazione Internazionale. L’evento più significativo per l’anno in corso è indubbiamente rappresentato dalle elezioni americane di novembre il cui esito avrà enormi implicazioni su due aspetti cruciali del contesto internazionale: i rapporti con Cina e Sud Globale e le relazioni con Mosca alla luce del conflitto in Ucraina
Publications
Byting back: The EU’s digital alliance with Latin America and the Caribbean
The EU can counter Chinese and Russian influence through a digital alliance with countries in Latin America and the Caribbean
Articles
Beyond the Panama Canal: The impact of Trump’s re-election for Latin America
Trump’s “America First” rhetoric could significantly impact the region, potentially creating an opening for Europeans to strengthen their ties and influence there
Open trade, open minds: Why opposing the Mercosur trade deal would hurt the EU
An agreement between the EU and the Mercosur trade bloc promises an 800-million-person market and reduced tariffs. Yet political fears in Europe threaten to derail the landmark deal, jeopardising global alliances and the EU’s position as a leader in multilateral trade
Ahead of the curve: Why the EU and US risk falling behind China in Latin America
As Beijing’s investment approach to Latin America focuses on industries of strategic importance, the EU and US will need to contend with growing Chinese competition
The bigger picture: The case for an EU-Mercosur free trade deal
Deepening ties with Mercosur countries makes perfect sense as part of the EU’s de-risking efforts to diversify economic ties away from China. Further delays in signing a free trade deal would push Latin America closer to China’s orbit – for good
Digital diplomacy: How to unlock the Global Gateway’s potential in Latin America and the Caribbean
If the Global Gateway is to compete with the Belt and Road Initiative, it must go big, green, digital, and ethical. And it can prove it in Latin America
Podcasts
Trump attacks Venezuela
Mark Leonard welcomes Jeremy Shapiro and Nacho Torreblanca to discuss what Donald Trump’s capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro means for the world
Brazil’s role in a changing world order
Mark Leonard welcomes José Ignacio Torreblanca and Pawel Zerka to discuss Brazil’s role in a changing world order
The world after the West: Matias Spektor on Brazil
Brazil is a middle-power powerhouse. The largest and most populous country in Latin America, this founding member of BRICS+ wields strong cultural, economic, and diplomatic…
Events
27
May
Conectando regiones, cerrando brechas, construyendo soberanías: La UE y América Latina-Caribe en el nuevo contexto internacional
El European Council on Foreign Relations, en colaboración con la Fundación Carolina, organizó un debate público el pasado martes, 27 de mayo de 16:30 a 18:30 h CEST en la Sala Cervantes de Casa de América para presentar el informe “Conectando regiones, cerrando brechas, construyendo soberanía: La Alianza Digital UE-ALC. Recomendaciones de cara a la Cumbre UE-CELAC”. En un contexto marcado por la creciente confrontación geopolítica y…
European Power
Samba Steps: Understanding Brazil’s global role and what it means for Europe
As global power dynamics shift amid intensifying US-China rivalry, the rise of assertive middle powers, and increased scepticism toward the international rules-based order, Europe finds itself navigating new challenges in securing its global position. To avoid being drawn into a new Cold War dynamic, Europe must seek partnerships with emerging powers, especially those shaping the…
31
Oct
European Power
La cooperación birregional en materia tecnológica y digital en el contexto de la Cumbre UE-CELAC 2025
El European Council on Foreign Relations organizó un debate público el jueves, 31 de octubre de 11:00 a 13:00 h en Casa de América con el objetivo de profundizar en la agenda de cooperación tecnológica y digital entre la Unión Europea y América Latina y el Caribe. En este debate público se identificaron oportunidades de…
8
May
Asia
Rome Foreign Policy Club, Terza Edizione – Road to November 2024: prospettive e scenari globali delle elezioni americane
Nella sua edizione 2024, il Rome Foreign Policy Club riunisce giovani ricercatori italiani under 40 per costruire ipotesi di scenario che possano supportare la definizione di policy da parte del Ministero per gli Affari Esteri e la Cooperazione Internazionale. L’evento più significativo per l’anno in corso è indubbiamente rappresentato dalle elezioni americane di novembre il cui esito avrà enormi implicazioni su due aspetti cruciali del contesto internazionale: i rapporti con Cina e Sud Globale e le relazioni con Mosca alla luce del conflitto in Ucraina
24
Apr
The quest for Strategic Interdependence: What does Brazil think?
This event will delve into EU-Brazil long-standing partnership and the views of Brazil and Brazilians on international relations and foreign policy debates
30
Oct
European Power
La Unión Europea y América Latina y el Caribe: Una autonomía estratégica beneficiosa para ambas regiones
Según el documento de reflexión “Resilient EU 2030” presentado al Consejo Europeo informal en Granada, la Presidencia española apuesta por una autonomía estratégica abierta, que impulse los vínculos con otras regiones como América Latina y el Caribe
20
Jul
European Power
La Cumbre UE-CELAC y la Presidencia Española: Próximos pasos
El 20 de julio ECFR celebró una reunión virtual a puerta cerrada para intercambiar perspectivas sobre los resultados alcanzados en la Cumbre UE-CELAC del 17-18 julio y la posterior hoja de ruta durante la Presidencia española del Consejo de la UE
28
Oct
European Power
Debate público sobre la Alianza Digital entre la Unión Europea y América Latina y el Caribe
En su reunión (virtual) del 2 de diciembre de 2021, los jefes de Estado y de Gobierno de la UE y América Latina y el Caribe se comprometieron a lanzar en 2022 una Alianza Digital para fomentar una digitalización articulada en torno a los valores humanistas que ambas regiones comparten. Esta Alianza Digital, que también buscará…
In the media
Agathe Demarais on the potential risks of having rejected the Mercosur deal, which could lead Latin American economies to turn to China instead
Agathe Demarais on how the Mercosur agreement will benefit the EU’s geopolitical and economic weight
Agathe Demarais on the effects of the EU-Mercosur deal on reducing the bloc’s reliance on China