A recent report by Transparency International EU analyzes stakeholder access in the EU’s Omnibus I consultation, highlighting that two-thirds of the 110 organizations invited were business interests. The findings raise concerns about transparency and procedural integrity, suggesting that lobbying influences may arise even before formal discussions occur.
Who Gets a Seat? The Lobbying Question Behind Europe’s Omnibus I Read More »
Lobbying | Public Procurement | Industrial Policy Europe is turning public procurement into an instrument of industrial strategy, resilience and economic security. For lobbyists, the decisive contest is moving upstream—from winning a bid to shaping the public principles by which thousands of bids will be judged. By Frank Farnel | Responsible Public Affairs | September
The Tender Is the Policy: Lobbying Before the Public Buyer Writes the Rules Read More »
Companies operating internationally face a critical choice between traditional government relations and business diplomacy to manage political risk. While both approaches utilize some overlapping tools, they differ in scope and ambition. With the global landscape fragmenting, businesses must adapt by integrating these strategies to mitigate risks effectively.
Business Diplomacy vs. Government Relations: Key Differences Read More »
Coalitions often fail not due to flawed strategies but because they are viewed as a destination rather than an ongoing practice. Understanding the architecture of coalitions, as demonstrated through the JCPOA and Iran’s resilient alliances, reveals essential principles for durable cooperation. Effective coalitions require depth over breadth, individual commitment, and strategic coherence through long-term planning and adaptive human architecture.
Lessons from the JCPOA: Coalition Failures and Solutions Read More »
This article emphasizes trust as a crucial asset in public affairs, asserting that it underpins the effectiveness of budgets, access, data, and messaging. It highlights the erosion of trust in developed economies and shifts towards more relatable, proximate voices. Trust must be actively managed and measured as a strategic priority to achieve meaningful outcomes in advocacy efforts.
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NATO’s enlargement into Central and Eastern Europe has fundamentally redefined the continent’s security landscape, post-Cold War. While offering protection to former Soviet-dominated states, it heightened tensions with Russia, amplifying perceptions of encirclement. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine underscores NATO’s pivotal role and the necessity for credible deterrence and commitment among member states.
Synthèse stratégique Qualifier le monde actuel de « poudrière », selon le général Pierre de Villiers, n’est pas du simple alarmisme : c’est le cœur des enjeux sécuritaires contemporains. Le « dividende de la paix » post-Guerre froide a disparu. À sa place, la résurgence des rivalités, l’effritement des régimes de contrôle des armements et
La poudrière : repenser la dissuasion face à la nouvelle donne stratégique Read More »
1. Introduction: The Stakes of International Nuclear Cooperation Civil nuclear partnerships are not simply commercial transactions; they represent a fusion of science, diplomacy, and global security management. As nations search for sustainable energy and technological self-sufficiency, robust international mechanisms are required to prevent the peaceful atom from fueling the spread of nuclear weapons. The U.S.
Section 123 Agreements and Nuclear Cooperation. Read More »
Hajj Abu Husayn al Hamidawi, le leader de la milice irakienne pro-iranienne Kataib Hezbollah, a récemment été photographié en train de remplir un formulaire de « volontaire martyr ». Téhéran et son réseau d’alliés régionaux ont intensifié leurs menaces contre les États-Unis et Israël en réponse à la décision de Washington d’augmenter sa présence militaire
Mastering Influence in a Complex World In an era defined by geopolitical instability and fierce competition for finite resources, the ability to exert influence is no longer a soft skill—it is a critical component of strategic leadership. From defense and energy to technology and healthcare, organizations are facing unprecedented challenges in securing their supply chains.