Publications

Call for Proposals - KAS India Podcast

Podcasts have proven to be an extremely engaging and effective mode of parley on issues of Civil Society, Politics & Policy. Amalgamating formal and informal conversations, Podcasts as a form of media have helped lower the bridge between the people and policymakers. KAS India, through a dedicated podcast series, wishes to create a platform through which people across all age groups can tune in and listen to stakeholders from several avenues like Civil Society, Law & Policy Making, Academia, Politics, Youth Empowerment, Think Tanks etc. who are committed to bolster India-Germany & India-Europe relations.

Kenya's Geopolitics

Raila Odinga’s Loss at the African Union Commission’s Chairman Election

Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s loss in the 2025 African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship election, despite widespread endorsements, underscores the complexities of African geopolitics and regional alliances. Kenya’s failure to secure the AUC chair highlights the interplay of regional blocs, linguistic affiliations, and diplomatic manoeuvrings. The election’s outcome reshapes Kenya’s internal political landscape. Odinga’s return to domestic politics could challenge President Ruto’s administration, potentially rekindling op-position momentum and altering party alliances within the Azimio coalition and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).

No clear winner in the parliamentary elections in Kosovo: Forming a government will be complicated

Albin Kurti's Vetëvendosje movement becomes the strongest force without an absolute majority

The parliamentary elections held on February 9, 2025 were the first elections since independence to be held on the regular election date. However, the current election result without a clear winner may herald another phase of political instability with early elections. Although Prime Minister Albin Kurti's left-wing nationalist Vetëvendosje was by far the strongest party, it will in all likelihood need a partner to form a government. However, a governing alliance against Albin Kurti from the next three strongest parties would also be possible. Both options would face political challenges, as the local elections to be held in the fall and the presidential elections to be held in March 2026 are political breaking points for a future government.

Resultados de la Encuesta de Opinión Pública sobre el Poder Judicial y su Reforma en México (2024)

¿Qué pensamos sobre la justicia?

“Resultados de la Encuesta de Opinión Pública sobre el Poder Judicial y su Reforma en México (2024)” es un estudio nacional representativo realizado en septiembre de 2024 que analiza en profundidad la percepción de la ciudadanía mexicana acerca del sistema judicial y los recientes cambios constitucionales.

Enhancing Ukraine’s Energy Security amidst ongoing war

Summary paper

Summary of insights from the Energy Security Dialogue 2024 by the Supervisory Board members and partners of DiXi Group

Canada Faces the Threat of a Trade War with the USA in the Election Year!

The EU and Canada should respond more jointly.

The punitive tariffs threatened by US President Trump against Canada and Mexico have only been postponed, not canceled. There will be losers on both sides – not only in the USA and Canada but also in Europe. Preparations by Canada and the EU for effective countermeasures are already underway. As in 2018, the EU is once again focusing on trade with the USA. The CETA agreement could be a suitable and joint protective shield for both partners. This will unexpectedly push the ongoing election campaign in Canada in a new direction.

China at the Munich Security Conference

More than just a short-term PR success for Beijing?

China was able to score diplomatic points at the 61st Munich Security Conference, according to observers – especially in contrast to the behavior of the USA. "Wang Yi appeared to be the only adult in the room," noted Table.Media, and Bayerischer Rundfunk reported on "China's charm offensive." But how is the appearance of the Chinese top diplomat discussed in China's media, and what conclusions are being drawn from the openly revealed differences between the USA and Europe in China's capital?

Imperatives for the Reintegration and Deradicalization of DIMG Militants in Mindanao

Security Blueprint no. 3

In the third issue of Security Blueprint, Adenauer Security Experts Network Philippines (SeEN PH) Program Fellow 2024 Dr. Jovanie C. Espesor examines the Philippine Government’s counterterrorism efforts, focusing specifically on initiatives for former members of the Dawlah Islamiyah-Maute Group (DIMG).

Regime Change in Syria

Consequences for Jordan and Iraq

After the fall of Assad in Damascus, Jordan and Iraq are looking for a way to deal with the new regime. An optimistic pragmatism prevails in Amman, a skeptical one in Baghdad. The greatest potential lies in a joint regional approach.

Analysis of the public opinion about the North Macedonia’s accession to the EU (2014–2024)

The Konrad Adenauer Foundation in cooperation with the Institute for Democracy Societas Civilis from Skopje promoted the Public Opinion Analysis Paper “Analysis of the public opinion about the North Macedonia’s accession to the European Union (2014–2024)” by the author Ivan Damjanovski