Catch up on Lila Dj & Ward Den Dooven 's recent policy briefs on promoting ๐๐๐ฆ๐จ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐:
Enlargement is a geopolitical necessity. The โbig bangโ of 2004 is now perceived as a formidable success in political and economic terms #EU2024BELila Dj Egmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
The limited scope of Article 7 can make it less effective in dealing with specific instances of rights violations or democratic backsliding #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
For the most serious breaches, the EU has Article 7 of the Treaty on European Union. This procedure allows for sanctions against member states at risk of violating the Union's core values #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
The EU must consider whether its institutions can manage additional members. Many are of the view that adaptations of EU governance are needed independently of enlargement #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
Both national leaders and EU institutions must exhibit strong leadership and political will, articulating a clear vision and mobilising support for enlargement #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
The rule of law, the principle that ensures all actors within the European Union operate under a predictable and transparent legal framework, is the bedrock of the union itself #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
The EU has developed a series of tools aimed at safeguarding the rule of law, including financial levers. Budget conditionality directly links access to EU funds with adherence to the rule of law #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
Progressive integration offers a practical method for managing this process, moving away from the traditional approach where countries immediately assume full membership rights upon joining #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
The EU must craft a compelling narrative that underscores the long-term economic benefits and the commitment to shared values. This narrative should also engage transparently with public concerns #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
In recent years, the European Union has faced a pivotal juncture in its history, grappling with internal and external pressures that test its foundational principles of democracy, rule of law, and solidarity #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
A multi-pronged approach is key. This should begin with a comprehensive review of the EU's policies and budget, including assessing the impact of potential enlargement #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
A wider union would have a stronger voice on the world stage, promoting stability and advocating for democratic values. However, this benefit hinges on a merit-based enlargement strategy #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
The third round of the foresight workshop and working dinner in the framework of the Belgian EU Presidency reflected on โPromoting European Democracy and Solidarity in a wider EUโ #EU2024BELila Dj Egmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
The integration of participatory democracy tools, such as citizens' assemblies, can enhance the legitimacy of institutions, especially in times of dwindling trust in political entities #EU2024BELila DjEgmont Institute bit.ly/4bhBeDo
