The in-depth discussion is dedicated to Social Inclusion through Media and CSOs in Central Asia and is the first of a series of three podcasts which are part of the EUCAM writing and outreach online course, supported by the Open Society Foundations and the European Endowment for Democracy.

Participants:
- Assel Kurmantayeva (Kazakhstan), Development Manager at Innovation for Change Central Asia Hub. 
- Naima Kimatshoeva (Tajikistan), Resource Mobilization Analyst at Aga Khan Agency for Habitat in Tajikistan, an agency of Aga Khan Development Network. 
- Erkin Kamalov (Kyrgyzstan), Journalist and Programme Coordinator at Content-Media, local NGO with versia.kg website located in Jalal-Abad. 
Moderation by Andreas Marazis, ENC Head of Research for Eastern Europe & Central Asia.

ENC In-Depth Podcast: Social Inclusion through Media and CSOs in Central Asia

The ENC in-depth discussion is part of a special podcast series with academics and experts dedicated to the war in Ukraine. The series will provide views and investigate the repercussions of the war across the EU, the UK, and wider Europe.
In the fifth episode we are focusing on implications and views from Turkey.

Participants:
- Dr. Cigdem Nas, Secretary General at the Economic Development Foundation (IKV)
- Ozgur Ünlühisarcıklı, Director at the GMF Ankara Office
- Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, ENC Managing Director
Moderation by Andreas Marazis, ENC Head of Research for Eastern Europe & Central Asia.

ENC In-Depth Podcast: War In Ukraine - Episode 5

This ENC in-depth discussion is part of a mini-series of podcasts with experts from Turkey covering topics such as enviromental policies, digital journalism and trade. The discussions are part of the Beyond Erasmus training programme, a project supported by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation office in Turkey.

The third and last episode is dedicated to EU - Turkey economic relations with an emphasis on customs union modernisation process. The discussion was moderated by Andreas Marazis, ENC Head of Research for Eastern Europe & Central Asia, and features the comments and insights of Dr. Cigdem Nas, Secretary General at the Economic Development Foundation of Turkey (IKV) and Associate Professor at Yildiz University.

ENC In-Depth Podcast: EU - Turkey Relations: Customs Union Modernisation in the Spotlight

The in-depth discussion is dedicated to the recently published ENC Analysis "Understanding Russia’s Central Asia Policy" in which the author, Dr. Aijan Sharshenova, delves deep into the dynamics of Russia’s policies in the Central Asian region, providing valuable insights into key trends and strategic considerations.

The debate is part of the ENC in-depth podcast discussions with experts and academics assessing the developments in Central Asia in the fields of Security, Foreign Policy, Economy, Democracy and Education.

Participants:
- Dr. Aijan Sharshenova, Executive Director at Crossroads Central Asia and a research fellow at the Foreign Policy Centre in London.
Moderation by Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, Director of European Neighbourhood Council.

ENC In-Depth Podcast: The Dynamics of Russia's Policies in the Central Asian Region

The in-depth discussion is dedicated to the “Strengthening Business and Human Rights Awareness and Monitoring Capacity of Business and Civil Society Actors through Capacity Building" Project, which is implemented by the European Neighbourhood Council (ENC) together with the Minerva Business and Human Rights Association (Minerva BHR) with the financial support of the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Istanbul.

The project, which is the first project worldwide on the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) in Türkiye, aims to promote the full potential of the German legislation to have a positive impact for businesses and rights holders and guarantee human rights standards, prosperous and uninterrupted business practice with the right know-how and risk assessments.

Participant:
- Özge Nur Kara, Minerva BHR Projects and Services Coordinator
-Serra Zoraloğlu, Minerva BHR Projects and Services Coordinator
-Asuman Kübra Baş, ENC Project Manager and Researcher

Unpacking Germany's Supply Chain Law’s Connection with CSOs and Unions

The in-depth discussion is dedicated to EU-Türkiye transport and trade relations from various perspectives, including geo-economics, connectivity, and the challenges and opportunities in transportation and trade relations. The debate is part of the ENC in-depth podcast discussions with experts and academics assessing the developments in Türkiye and the EU.

Participants:
Can Baydarol, Vice President of The European Union and Global Research Association (ABKAD)
Alper Özel, Chairman of the Executive Committee of the International Transporters Association
Moderation by
Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, ENC Director

ENC In-Depth Podcast: EU-Türkiye Relations in the Context of Transport, Trade, and Connectivity

The in-depth discussion is dedicated to the recently published ENC Analysis "EU Counter-Terrorism Efforts & MENA Violent Extremism: Did the EU Help MENA Countries Enhance their Security?" in which the author, Dr. Ebtisam Hussein, elaborates on how the EU has effectively contributed to inhibiting militant Islamist activities by implementing measures that make it more challenging for militants to exploit the internet, while also initiating collaborative projects aimed at coordinating efforts with MENA countries to combat violent extremism effectively.

The debate is part of the ENC in-depth podcast discussions with experts and academics assessing the developments in MENA in the fields of Security, Foreign Policy, Economy, Democracy and Education.

Participants:
- Dr. Ebtisam Hussein, ENC Academic Council Member and Associate Professor of Political Science at Cairo University.
Moderation by Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, Director of European Neighbourhood Council.

ENC In-Depth Podcast: How the EU is Contributing to Countering Militant Islamist Activities in MENA

The in-depth discussion is dedicated to the recently published ENC Analysis "Film Festivals and Cities: A View for south-eastern Europe" in which the author, Dr. Eleni Sideri, examines the growth of the creative economy in the urban context and analyses how film festivals in the European periphery, in southeastern Europe, played a role in the transformation of three cities, Thessaloniki, Sarajevo, and Tbilisi, into regional film centers.
The debate is part of the ENC in-depth podcast discussions with experts and academics assessing the developments in EU’s Member States, Western Balkans and Eastern Partnership countries in the fields of Security, Foreign Policy, Economy, Democracy and Education.
Participants: - Dr. Eleni Sideri, ENC Academic Council Member and Assistant Professor at the Department of Balkan, Slavic & Oriental Studies of the University of Macedonia. Moderation by Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, Director of European Neighbourhood Council

ENC In-Depth Podcast: Film Festivals and Urban Transformation in South-Eastern Europe

The in-depth discussion is dedicated to the recently published ENC Analysis "Soft Power Lessons from Russia’s War: How to Overcome Polarisation and Strengthen Liberal Democracy" in which the author, Dr. Leila Alieva, discusses the international community's response to Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
The debate is part of the ENC in-depth podcast discussions with experts and academics assessing the developments in European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) countries in the fields of Security, Foreign Policy, Economy, Democracy and Education.
Participants: 
- Dr. Leila Alieva, ENC Academic Council Member and an affiliate of Russian and East European Studies at Oxford University's School for Global Arena Studies. Moderation by Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, Director of European Neighbourhood Council

ENC In-Depth Podcast: Soft Power Lessons from Russia’s War in Ukraine

The in-depth discussion is dedicated to the recently published ENC Analysis "Central Asia’s Battle with Water Scarcity: Government and International Interventions" in which the author, Bruce Pannier, explains the ongoing water scarcity issues in Central Asia and discusses the efforts of both Central Asian governments and international partners, including the European Union, to mitigate these challenges.

The debate is part of the ENC in-depth podcast discussions with experts and academics assessing the developments in Central Asia in the fields of Security, Foreign Policy, Economy, Democracy and Education.

Participants:
- Bruce Pannier, Journalist, ENC External Advisor, and Central Asia Fellow in Eurasia Program at the Foreign Policy Research Institute.
Moderation by Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, Director of European Neighbourhood Council.

Read the analysis here: https://encouncil.org/2024/06/27/enc-analysis-central-asias-battle-with-water-scarcity-government-and-international-interventions/

ENC In-Depth Podcast - Central Asia’s Water Struggle: A Discussion with Bruce Pannier

The in-depth discussion focuses on the newly published ENC Analysis “France, Its Nuclear Deterrence, and Europe: How to Help It Take the Leap” by Dr. Florian Galleri, ENC Academic Council Member and doctor at the University of Nantes. In his analysis, Dr. Galleri examines France’s evolving role as the European Union’s sole nuclear power and the complexities surrounding its strategic autonomy and European defense integration.
The debate is part of the ENC’s in-depth podcast series, featuring conversations with experts and academics on key developments in European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) countries across areas such as Security, Foreign Policy, Economy, Democracy, and Education.
Participants:
* Dr. Florian Galleri, ENC Academic Council Member and doctor at the University of Nantes Moderation by Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, Director of the European Neighbourhood Council

ENC In-Depth Podcast - France, Its Nuclear Deterrence and Europe

The in-depth discussion focuses on the ENC Analysis titled “Karakalpakstan: Not Separatists, but Separate,” (available here:  shorturl.at/m8brh) examining the political, historical, and societal dynamics shaping Karakalpakstan’s status within Uzbekistan. The analysis explores issues of autonomy, identity, governance, and regional stability, offering important context for understanding developments in Central Asia. 

The debate is part of the European Neighbourhood Council’s in-depth podcast series, featuring conversations with experts and academics on key developments across the European neighbourhood and wider region, covering areas such as Security, Foreign Policy, Democracy, and Regional Affairs.

Participants:
* Bruce Pannier, journalist and Central Asia expert
* Moderation by Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, Director of the European Neighbourhood Council

ENC In-Depth Podcast - Understanding Karakalpakstan

The in-depth discussion focuses on the newly published ENC Analysis “Helping End the War in Gaza: What Does the EU Get?” by Assoc. Prof. Ebtisam Hussein, ENC Academic Council Member and Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of London branch of the European Universities in Egypt. 
In her analysis, Dr. Hussein examines the European Union’s efforts to help end the war in Gaza following the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023, and the subsequent Israeli military offensive. She explores how the EU’s engagement is shaped not only by humanitarian concerns and support for civilians in Gaza, but also by broader strategic, political, and security interests. 
The debate is part of the ENC’s in-depth podcast series, featuring conversations with experts and academics on key developments in European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) countries across areas such as Security, Foreign Policy, Economy, Democracy, and Education.
Participants:
* Assoc. Prof. Ebtisam Hussein, ENC Academic Council Member and Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of London branch of the European Universities in Egypt
* Moderation by Samuel Doveri Vesterbye, Director of the European Neighbourhood Council


ENC In-Depth Podcast: The EU's Role and Approach to Gaza

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