Publications

Confronting Kosovo’s Internal and External Threats on the Road to EU Accession

This report addresses Kosovo’s national security challenges, analyzing them from both local and international perspectives within the framework of the European Union. It explores the perceptions of Kosovo citizens on national security and the potential impact of EU integration on the country’s security landscape. Drawing on recent survey data, the report examines how citizens view the role of EU mechanisms in enhancing Kosovo’s national security and assesses the effectiveness of national institutions in responding to current security threats.

Kosovo in Russian Foreign Policy Discourse

FOSTERING INSTABILITY IN KOSOVO AND COUNTERING EUROATLANTIC INTEGRATION

This analysis provides insights into Russia's strategic goals in the Western Balkans and the broader geopolitical context.

Sudan crisis hits Sahel country Chad

An opportunity for Russia?

Chad is increasingly impacted by civil war raging in Sudan. Almost one million Sudanese have fled to eastern Chad, fuelling competition over land with locals who also complain about food prices. More refugees are expected to arrive as the warring parties in Sudan show no signs of willing to lay down arms – Europe is concerned that some will make their way to Libya to catch a boat to Italy. Chad’s President Mahamat Déby meanwhile is diversifying his partnerships by keeping his distance from France, the country’s traditional main partner, while also talking to Russia and working with the United Arab Emirates – the latter stands accused of channelling weapons via Chad to Sudan (Abu Dhabi denies the charges.

Newsletter Novembre semaine 3

Ce Newsletter touche à l'actualité politique du Mali

Ce Newsletter touche à l'actualité politique du Mali: Observation de la révision annuelle des listes électorales au Mali par la COCEM : Constats et enjeux ; Transition : Pourquoi il faut aller aux élections

Plurality and dominance in the regions of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosniaks, Serbs, Croats and Others voted at the local elections for their representatives

On October 6, 2024, local elections were held in Bosnia and Herzegovina. 3.4 million citizens were called upon to elect their councils and mayors in 143 cities and municipalities. We have evaluated the results for the individual parties and in the various regions.

„Vergangenheitsaufarbeitung und Übergangsjustiz in BiH“ - Diskussion mit Leaders for Justice Alumni

Folgediskussion zum Film „Uncle's Ring“ von Aida Hadžimusić

Am 14. Oktober organisierte das KAS-Büro in Sarajevo von 18:00 bis 22:00 Uhr eine Veranstaltung in unserem Konferenzraum mit den Alumni des LEADERS FOR JUSTICE Programms (ein Projekt unseres KAS Rule of Law Programms Südosteuropa und des Vereins PRAVNIK). Bei dieser Veranstaltung haben wir den Film „Uncle's Ring“ gezeiget, gefolgt von einer Diskussion über Übergangsjustiz und den Umgang mit der Vergangenheit mit etwa 20 Alumni des Programms, die Richter, Anwälte und Akademiker und Studenten sind.

VORSTELLUNG DES KAS-STIPENDIENPROGRAMMS AN UNIVERSITÄTEN IN BIH

Wir suchen eine neue Generation ambitionierter, fleißiger, junger Leute.

Wir möchten dem KAS Alumni Club BiH für die Unterstützung bei der Vorstellung des Stipendienprogramms der Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung und für die Weitergabe ihrer Erfahrungen an junge Menschen in ganz BiH danken. Die Ausschreibung bleibt bis zum 11. November 2024 geöffnet.

Law Talk Conference 2024 - Report

Since its inception in 2006, Law Talk Conference has been hosting various discussions on legal development in Cambodia on many topics such as labor law, consumer protection, cybersecurity, personal data protection, and more. This is an exclusive conference which brings stakeholders together to discuss how to make the law better for Cambodia. Every year, we welcome over 50 guests from government bodies, international organizations, legal practitioners, businesses, and academics to discuss emerging legal issues. Over the years, Law Talk has been instrumental in shaping legal frameworks and influencing national policies. A noteworthy achievement was in 2022 when recommendations from Law Talk’s publication on Consumer Protection were adopted into a Sub-Decree 0.113 on “cooling off” period by the Ministry of Commerce, underscoring the conference's impact on legal reform. This year, the 23rd Law Talk was held under the theme of “The Intersection of Law and Artificial Intelligence” with the support from the National University of Management and the German Federal Bar Association.

France and the US election

"Strategic autonomy" remains France's goal

The outcome of the US election has far-reaching political and economic implications for France, forcing the country, which is itself experiencing a serious political crisis, to define its own role in the world and in Europe. This became clear in the run-up to the elections and was also commented on in initial reactions to the outcome. In the areas of trade and climate protection, but especially in the areas of security and defence, the election of Donald Trump as President of the United States is an incentive for France to strengthen its own and European independence in order to protect French and European interests. The call for European partners to develop a foreign and security policy that strengthens Europe and reduces dependence on America without jeopardising transatlantic cooperation remains the declared goal. Co-operation with Germany in particular is of crucial importance here.

Tax Policy in Germany and Japan

A Comparative Study of VAT Reform Policies

This study analyzes the peculiarity of Japanese tax policy by comparing it with Germany. Germany is characterized by high government spending in relation to GDP and at the same time a comparatively low national debt, which indicates effective tax collection. The VAT rate in Germany, which is 19%, clearly exceeds the Japanese rate of 10%, which also leads to differences in VAT revenues. How do the political dynamics regarding VAT in Japan differ from those in Germany? This question is answered by analyzing its introduction and the (failed) increase in tax rates.