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IIEA Talks

Sharing Ideas Shaping Policy. The Institute of International and European Affairs is an independent policy research think-tank based in Dublin.

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00:36:05

From Rule of Law to Rule of Lawlessness in the EU?

IIEA Talks ·

2023/12/04

The Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU) was forced to recently stress that the rule of law 'forms part of the very foundations of the European Union and its legal order' and is 'given concrete expression in principles containing legally binding obligations for the Member States'. The Court’s renewed emphasis on the importance of the rule of law might surprise considering that access to and continuing membership of the EU formally require, inter alia, compliance with the rule of law. The explanation

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00:33:50

The Recovery and Resilience Facility: Progress and...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/12/04

The EU Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), which was first agreed amid the COVID-19 crisis, serves as temporary instrument designed to swiftly and substantially support the economic recovery of Member States. Financed through the issuance of bonds, the RRF offers an innovative approach to EU funding, disbursing funds based on the progress in achieving reforms and investments. In his address to the IIEA, Tony Murphy, President of the European Court of Auditors, provides insights into the RRF's

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00:35:25

Reflections on 5 Years of Application of the GDPR

IIEA Talks ·

2023/12/04

After five years from its first application, the landmark General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) continues to be the topic of extensive debate. Helen Dixon, the Data Protection Commissioner, provides a tour through recent trends in complaints, breaches, regulatory decisions and court judgements. Commissioner Dixon also discusses the future of data protection and assesses what may be in store over the next 5 years of GDPR enforcement. About the Speaker: Helen Dixon was appointed as Data

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00:27:02

Energy Technology and the Clean Energy Transition

IIEA Talks ·

2023/12/04

In his address to the IIEA, Timur Gül, Chief Energy Technology Officer of the International Energy Agency (IEA), discusses the role of energy technology and innovation in the clean energy transition. Dr Gül outlines the challenges and opportunities arising from the new clean energy economy, with a focus on clean energy supply chains. About the Speaker: Timur Gül, a German national, was appointed Chief Energy Technology Officer of the International Energy Agency (IEA) in September 2023. In this

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01:00:20

IIEA Insights: Fiona Hill

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/30

'War in Europe and the role of the United States' Fiona Hill ,Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution in Washington DC., in conversation with Dan O’Brien, IIEA Chief Economist

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00:28:29

Requiem for Françafrique? The Changing Nature of...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/28

As many African states have experienced increased political influence on the global stage, rapid development, and sustained economic growth; many have noted that France’s position on the continent has diminished and continues to be challenged by other geo-political actors. Against this backdrop, Emmanuel Macron has recently outlined his new Africa-France Partnership to recast development, economic, fiscal, military, and political relations between Africa and France. In their addresses to the IIEA,

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00:43:37

Future-Proofing Europe:Challenges and Opportunities...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/28

In the wake of the publication of the Enlargement Package Report by the European Commission, Peter Burke TD, Minister of State with responsibility for European Affairs and Defence, will look at the potential benefits and tests that enlargement will bring for the EU. About the Speaker: Peter Burke TD is the Minister of State with responsibility for European Affairs and Defence, a post which he has held since December 2022. He has been a TD for Longford-Westmeath since 2016. Prior to his current

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01:00:41

European Commission Report on Enlargement: Challenges...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/28

Following the adoption of the Enlargement Package Report by the European Commission, Lawrence Meredith, Director of Neighbourhood East and Institution Building in DG NEAR, discusses the main conclusions and the next steps, looking at the challenges and opportunities both for the enlargement countries involved and for the EU Member States. About the Speaker: Mr Meredith has been Director for Neighbourhood East and Institution Building in DG NEAR in the European Commission since December 2015. In

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01:06:23

Enlargement and the Future of the EU

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/28

Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation, EU enlargement has regained pertinence. With eight candidate countries and two applicant countries, many have noted the need for reforms in how the EU operates before there can be a 37 Member State Union. In her address to the IIEA, Jessika Roswall, Minister for EU Affairs of Sweden, gives a timely survey of the Swedish government’s view on the topics of EU enlargement and the future of the EU. About the Speaker: Jessika Roswall

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00:54:19

Development Assistance in a Changing World

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/28

In recent years, the world has been beset by a series of interlinked challenges, including humanitarian crises, mounting global debt, and the impact of the nexus of climate change, conflict, and hunger. Simultaneously, the imperative of addressing the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) requires a shared sense of responsibility. In his address to the IIEA, Carsten Staur will discuss the need for balancing urgent needs against long-term development priorities, and will offer

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01:04:23

The Future Role of the D9+: Delivering an innovative...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/24

In the first half of 2024, Ireland will assume the rotating chair of the D9+ (or ‘Digital Nine+) - a group of digitally advanced European states which are at the forefront of Europe’s digital economy. In this IIEA event, which is supported by Amazon, an expert panel of speakers assesses what Ireland’s presidency of the group could contribute to the D9+’s long-term development; how the D9+ can link in with the priorities of the Presidencies of the Council of the EU; and how this group of digital

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00:34:41

Understanding Artificial Intelligence: What It Is and...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/17

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the most hyped and most important technology of the century to date. Over the past decade there has been an endless series of breathless announcements about advances in AI – and attendant fears. In his address, Professor Michael Wooldridge assesses the nature of this technology, distinguish between hype and reality, and explore the implications of AI for society. He also discusses the risks posed by AI and how they should be addressed. About the Speaker: Michael

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01:01:16

The European Commission as a Global Energy Player

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/13

Ditte Juul Jørgensen has been the European Commission’s Director-General for Energy since 2019. In the intervening years, Europe has witnessed a pandemic, a war, and a panoply of economic and social crises, but the EU has nonetheless introduced its most far-reaching measures in the field of energy. This includes the introduction of the EU’s Fit for 55 package - its plan for a green transition, the RePowerEU plan for saving energy, and more. In the fifth event of the 2023 REthink Energy series,

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00:31:48

Achieving Reconciliation through a New Ireland

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/10

In her address, SDLP MP Claire Hanna reflects on the prospects of achieving reconciliation through a New Ireland. About the Speaker: Claire Hanna is an SDLP Member of Parliament for South Belfast, elected in December 2019. Claire has been representing South Belfast since 2011 as a Belfast City Councillor, then as an MLA in the NI Assembly until her election to Parliament in 2019. She chaired Assembly All Party Groups on International Development and the Arts. In Westminster, Claire serves as a

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00:55:50

The Royal Society Report on Large-Scale Energy Storage

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/06

In his address to the IIEA, Professor Chris Llewellyn Smith discusses the need to complement wind and solar-generated electricity with the ability to store such electricity. He argues that as many countries replace fossil fuels with electricity generated from wind and solar, the volatility of these sources of energy will require storage solutions to be developed to meet a variable demand. Finally, his remarks explore the potential options available to various countries to meet these storage

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00:21:38

Just and Green: An Industrial Policy for Europe

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/06

Europe is facing numerous challenges, from the changing global geo-economic conditions to the enormity of tackling the climate crisis. Trade unions have, since their inception during the industrial revolution, sought to shape policy in times of tumult to ensure that the interests of workers are secured. In her address to the IIEA, Esther Lynch, General Secretary of the European Trade Union Confederation, discusses her views on how European green industrial policy can shape Europe’s success, the

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01:29:23

The Role Of The EU In Promoting Better Cancer Care...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/11/02

This event is the third and final instalment in the Ireland and the EU Health Union discussion series, which is supported by Janssen Sciences Ireland. This event focuses on the role of the EU in promoting better cancer care and outcomes across the Union, through various initiatives contained within the EU’s Beating Cancer Plan. As part of the new Health Union, the EU has identified cancer as a health priority. The EU is pursuing a number of major initiatives to improve care and reduce inequalities

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00:25:41

The Great Crashes: Lessons from Global Meltdowns and...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/10/31

In her address to the IIEA, renowned economist, Dr Linda Yueh, discusses her new book, The Great Crashes: Lessons from Global Meltdowns and How to Prevent Them. Dr Yueh extracts a three-step framework to help recognise the early signs of an economic crash and mitigate the effects – all with the hope of preventing the worst mistakes of the past from being repeated in the next inevitable financial crisis. She warns about where the next one might come from and shows how her framework could contain

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00:28:02

The Digital Services Act, Censorship and Online...

IIEA Talks ·

2023/10/27

Europe’s landmark Digital Services Act (DSA) heralds a new era of regulation to counter online disinformation and illegal and harmful online content. Jacob Mchangama, Director of the think tank Justitia, has praised several features of the DSA but he has also warned that the DSA could give rise to wide-ranging censorship. In this event, Mr Mchangama explores the implications of the DSA for online freedom of expression and compares Europe’s policies with those of its international peers. About the

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00:28:14

EU's Response To Brexit

IIEA Talks ·

2023/10/24

Seven years after the original Brexit vote, the IIEA welcomes two leading Irish voices on the EU to a panel discussion on Prof Brigid Laffan's recent book 'The EU's Response to Brexit'. About the Speakers: Brigid Laffan is Emeritus Professor at the European University Institute in Florence and was Director at the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies until her retirement in August 2021. Previously, Prof Laffan was Professor of European Politics at UCD’s School of Politics and International

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