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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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00:55:04

Phumzile Mlambo - Ngcuka - Building a Better World...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/06/16

This event was part of our Irish Aid Development Matters Lecture Series. In her address to the IIEA, Ms Mlambo-Ngcuka discusses how governments around the world can build better, fairer societies post- COVID-19 with women and girls at the centre. The Executive Director issues a strong call for women’s leadership as countries begin to emerge from lockdown and provides recommendations for a socio-economic recovery that is gender-focused. Ms Mlambo-Ngcuka also looks at the links between the

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01:16:16

President Michael D. Higgins - Europe and Africa:...

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2020/06/10

In his address to the IIEA, President Michael D. Higgins reflects on the toll the pandemic has taken on our communities, economies and societies. He discusses the nature of the coronavirus as a global problem, which requires a global response. In particular, President Higgins argues that this crisis represents an unprecedented opportunity for the global community, as an exercise in multilateralism, to forge a new approach in its relationship with Africa. About the Speaker: Michael D. Higgins is

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00:45:04

Anne Linde - Sweden’s Values-Based Approach to...

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2020/06/05

In her address to the IIEA, Minister Linde explores Sweden’s experience of the COVID-19 pandemic including the unique features of its response in the wider European context. She considers the distinct implications of the crisis for gender equality issues and the particular impact that virus containment measures have had on women. At a global level, Minister Linde reflects on Sweden’s pioneering efforts to implement a feminist foreign policy – the first of its kind – as a vehicle for sustainable

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00:59:14

Covid-19 and Conflict Zones: How the Pandemic is...

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2020/06/03

In his address to the IIEA, Peter Maurer discusses how the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting people who live in conflict zones and the particular vulnerabilities of certain groups such as those in detention, those who are internally displaced and those in refugee camps. He argues that the best way to tackle Covid-19 is not through a healthcare-only response, but through working to ensure that there is a wider social support system in place. He also explores how Covid-19 is changing the humanitarian

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01:01:18

Evelyn Regner MEP - The COVID Crisis and Gender Equality

IIEA Talks ·

2020/05/29

Evelyn Regner MEP addresses the particular impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women as frontline workers, on women in the home, and on gender-based and domestic violence. Ms Regner explores the policies and solutions needed to address these and related long-term issues of the post-COVID recovery such as fair wages, equality of pay and recognition, and the EU’s digital and green transitions. She also discusses the work of the European Parliament Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM

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00:59:19

Michael Roth - The German EU Presidency: Changing...

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2020/05/25

Germany will assume the Presidency of the Council of the EU on 1 July 2020, the first in the new Trio Presidency that will include Slovenia and Portugal. In his address to the IIEA, Minister of State Roth will discuss the priorities of the upcoming German Presidency, including the European Green Deal as a trigger for economic growth, the digital transformation, the preservation of the rule of law in the EU, and the twin goals of repairing the EU’s economy and strengthening solidarity between its

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00:59:15

Paschal Donohoe TD - The Future of the EU...

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2020/05/22

The COVID-19 pandemic has raised a number of important questions about the future of the EU. In his address to the IIEA, Minister Donohoe reflects on some of the key economic debates taking place in Europe at the moment, and discusses the pragmatic role that Ireland can play in shaping the EU post-COVID-19. This event is part of the IIEA’s Future of the EU27 Project, which is supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. About the Speaker: Paschal Donohoe is T.D. for Dublin Central

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01:01:44

Nicolas Schmit - Social Policy for a Sustainable and...

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2020/05/15

In his address to the IIEA, Commissioner Schmit reflects on the employment and social measures recently agreed at EU level to protect those most at risk of detrimental social and employment conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic. He outlines some of the Commission’s forthcoming proposals to support a fair and sustainable recovery with people at its centre, including those to tackle youth unemployment, fight poverty, and invest in workers’ skills for a greener and more digitalised future. Finally,

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00:27:02

Jason Furman-The Macroeconomic Response to Covid-19:...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/05/13

Full Presentation Title: The Macroeconomic Response to Covid - 19: What is Working, What is not working and Where to go from here? In his address to the IIEA, Jason Furman discusses the macroeconomic response to the COVID-19 crisis, including the roles of both monetary and fiscal policy in combatting the economic fallout from the crisis. He addresses issues such as debt sustainability, the possibilities of inflation, and what can be learned from the different approaches on the two sides of the

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01:11:52

Simon Coveney - The EU: Facing the Challenges of...

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2020/05/08

As the European Union and its Member States continue to grapple with the evolving public health, economic and social consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tánaiste Simon Coveney will address many challenges now facing the EU, including the response to COVID-19 inside the Union, assistance to EU citizens abroad, the international implications of the pandemic, multilateralism, development assistance, and the negotiations with the UK. This webinar is free to attend as part of the IIEA’s Future of

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00:57:06

Phil Hogan - The Role of International Trade in the...

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2020/05/06

In his address to the IIEA, Commissioner Phil Hogan discusses the vital role of international trade in the EU's post-COVID recovery and reflects on the steps needed to facilitate the continued flow of goods and to avoid long-term disruption to the European economy. This event is part of our Future of the EU27 Project, supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. About the Speaker: Phil Hogan was appointed Commissioner for Trade in 2019 under the new Commission of President von der

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01:00:08

Enrico Letta - Confronting Coronavirus: Italy and The...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/04/17

Italy has been among the countries most seriously affected by the spread of COVID-19 with the health and economic implications continuing to reverberate. A further consequence of the outbreak has been a sense among many Italians that the EU has not offered sufficient solidarity to Italy. Former Prime Minister of Italy, Enrico Letta, discusses his proposals for closer European co-operation in addressing the impact of the pandemic and discuss the economic, political and social impacts of the pandemic

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00:32:39

Dr Mike Ryan - The World Health Organisation...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/03/23

About the Speech: Dr Mike Ryan discusses the role of the World Health Organisation’s Health Emergencies Programme and how it reacts to crises around the world. Dr Ryan draws on his extensive experience in humanitarian crises such as the Polio outbreak in the Middle East and the Ebola virus in West Africa and discusses the policies and reactions which are best suited to containing these health emergencies. This event was part of the 2017 Development Matters lecture series, which the IIEA co-hosted

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00:32:58

Martin Curley- A Digital Transformation Agenda for...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/03/09

This expert-level policy discussion on digital transformation in the healthcare sector heard from Martin Curley, Director of Digital Transformation and Open Innovation at the Health Service Executive for an address. Mr Curley introduced and shared the Digital Transformation Agenda for the HSE and wider Health Service. Using an Open Innovation 2.0 approach, Martin Curley discussed the HSE Digital Innovation Strategy and how this is being used to orchestrate the digital innovation ecosystem.

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00:35:09

Richard Barrett, Adam Bodnar - Poland, Europe and the...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/03/02

The ruling Law and Justice Party (PiS) has pushed through a series of controversial judicial reforms since coming to power in 2015, which have been persistently challenged by the institutions of the European Union. Throughout this process, Poland has found itself the subject of unprecedented measures which aim to preserve the maintenance of the rule of law and protect EU values. To discuss the latest developments and to assess how these issues have developed over time, the IIEA welcomed Mr Richard

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00:13:02

Monika Bickert - Charting The Way Forward: Online...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/02/18

In her address to the IIEA, Monika Bickert discusses why Facebook is calling for the regulation of online content and what Facebook deems as acceptable content for its services. The internet has revolutionised how people communicate, breaking down barriers and increasing access to information and ideas. At the same time, it has allowed for the proliferation of abuse online – whether in the form of hate, harassment or offensive content. Ms Bickert analyses the complex challenges that governments face

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01:03:55

Eamon Ryan - Ireland and the EU after Brexit: A View...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/02/04

In his address to the IIEA, which follows the United Kingdom’s formal withdrawal from the European Union, Eamon Ryan outlines the Green Party’s view on the key challenges and priorities for Ireland in the European Union after Brexit. This is part of the IIEA’s party leaders series entitled: Ireland and the EU after Brexit: Views from Party Leaders. Q&A begins at 23:08 About the Speaker: Eamon Ryan is the Leader of the Green Party, a position he has held since May 2011. He has been a TD for

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01:02:03

Mary Lou McDonald - Ireland and the EU after Brexit:...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/01/31

In her address to the IIEA, which takes place the day of the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union, Mary Lou McDonald outlines Sinn Féin’s view on the key challenges and priorities for Ireland in the European Union after Brexit. This is part of the IIEA’s party leaders series entitled: Ireland and the EU after Brexit: Views from Party Leaders. About the Speaker: Mary Lou McDonald is President of Sinn Féin and TD for the Dublin Central constituency. Prior to becoming President of Sinn

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00:39:09

Brendan Howlin - Ireland and the EU after Brexit: A...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/01/31

In his address to the IIEA, which takes place the day of the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union, Brendan Howlin will outline the Labour Party’s view on the key challenges and priorities for Ireland in the European Union after Brexit. This is part of the IIEA’s party leaders series entitled: Ireland and the EU after Brexit: Views from Party Leaders. About the Speaker: Brendan Howlin is the Leader of the Labour Party, a position he has held since May 2016. In a 30-year career in

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00:42:58

Leo Varadkar - Ireland and the EU after Brexit: A...

IIEA Talks ·

2020/01/31

In his address to the IIEA, which takes place the day of the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union, Leo Varadkar will outline Fine Gael’s view on the key challenges and priorities for Ireland in the European Union after Brexit. This is part of the IIEA’s party leaders series entitled: Ireland and the EU after Brexit: Views from Party Leaders. About the Speaker: Leo Varadkar has been Leader of Fine Gael and An Taoiseach since June 2017. Prior to this, he served as Minister for

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