# newettg

> Bringing global efforts together for a more  sustainable future


## Posts

- [EU-CELAC Partnership Under Pressure in a New Global Order](https://ettg.eu/eu-celac-cooperation/): December 2025 &#8220;A Partnership Under Pressure: Making EU–CELAC Cooperation Work in a New Global Order&#8221; Authored by: Maurico Bôhl Gutiérrez (IDOS) and María Santillán O’Shea (Elcano) Key Message: EU-LAC bi-regional cooperation needs to articulate tangible ways of addressing the current development problems – including the crisis of the traditional multilateral system and the energy transition – in a context of uncertainty. It should be based on common objectives that are actively and explicitly identified and communicated by each partner. The sustainability and impact of this partnership beyond political cycles of either side will depend on the benefits of these joint [&hellip;]
- [Analysing the Global Europe Instrument](https://ettg.eu/global-europe-external-action/): December 2025 The European Commission’s proposal for a Global Europe Instrument (GEI) under the 2028–2034 Multiannual Financial Framework marks a pivotal shift in how the EU intends to fund its external action. Designed to align development cooperation more closely with Europe’s own competitiveness and security, the GEI aims to streamline tools and increase flexibility in an era of global volatility. However, under tight fiscal constraints, maintaining this level of ambition will require a delicate balancing act. Based on the 4th ETTG Annual Dialogue (Paris, October 2025), this policy brief titled &#8220;The Global Europe Instrument: Balancing ambition, flexibility and accountability in [&hellip;]
- [Revitalising the EU’s Role in a Contested Multilateral Order](https://ettg.eu/revitalising-eu-role-multilateral-order/): December 2025 The multilateral system is not collapsing, but it is fragmenting under the weight of shifting geopolitics, a crisis of trust, and a widening gap between stated values and actual practice. In this volatile context, the European Union, traditionally the system’s staunchest supporter—struggles to adapt its strategy and shape a coherent reform agenda. Based on the 4th ETTG Annual Dialogue on the EU and Global Development (Paris, October 2025), co-organised with IDDRI, this policy brief synthesises the debates of 27 high-level participants, including policymakers, international organisations, and experts. The brief argues that for the EU, &#8220;muddling through&#8221; is no [&hellip;]
- [From Cairo to Luanda: A 25-Year Parliamentary Reflections of AU-EU Relations](https://ettg.eu/parliamentary-reflections-au-eu-relations/): As leaders prepare to convene in Luanda for the 7th AU-EU Summit, marking the 25th anniversary of the partnership, the relationship stands at a pivotal, yet increasingly complex juncture. This Policy Brief, &#8220;From Cairo to Luanda: A 25-Year Parliamentary Stocktake of AU-EU Relations&#8220; authored by Iliana Olivié, Daniele Fattibene, Jeggan Grey Johnson (OSF), and Ibrahima Kane (OSF). provides key findings and strategic recommendations derived from a high-level inter-parliamentary session held at the Pan-African Parliament. The analysis argues that the partnership must move beyond historical patterns and symbolic gatherings toward a genuine, equitable relationship. It assesses persistent challenges and opportunities in [&hellip;]
- [Turkey, the EU, and China in the world: Does Turbulence lead to Convergence? ](https://ettg.eu/turkey-eu-china-turbulence-convergence/): November, 2025 Authored: Niels Keijzer, Melis Baydag (IDOS) In today’s geopolitically buzzing and unstable world, what seemed unthinkable one month ago can be old news only weeks later. A small group of powerful states have trumped the post-WW2 global order and openly question the territorial sovereignty of smaller states and the self-determination of its peoples. Amidst their manoeuverings, a rule-based, multilateral system that once promoted stability and apparent co-dependence between nations, big and small, finds itself in crisis.  The global power shifts have put strong pressure on global agendas in the pursuit of the equitable and sustainable provision of global [&hellip;]
- [Global Gateway and Mattei Plan: advancing EU–Africa digital cooperation for inclusive growth](https://ettg.eu/global-gateway-mattei-plan-euafrica-digital-cooperation/): November, 2025 Our policy brief, authored by Marianna Lunardini and Darlington Tshuma, delves into the EU-Africa digital partnership through the lens of two key European policy instruments: the EU&#8217;s Global Gateway and Italy&#8217;s Mattei Plan. Titled &#8220;Global Gateway and Mattei Plan: advancing EU–Africa digital cooperation for inclusive growth,&#8221; the brief examines how these complementary strategies can be better aligned to create a coherent Team Europe framework for sustained digital cooperation with Africa. The analysis is based on a mixed-methods approach, combining extensive desk research with insights from two high-level events: a roundtable in Rome organized by the Istituto Affari Internazionali [&hellip;]
- [Digital Transformation in Africa: From Gaps to Goals](https://ettg.eu/digital-transformation-africa-gaps-to-goals/): November, 2025 Our policy brief, authored by Ben Crumpton, Melis Baydag, Niels Keijzer, Camilla Rocca, and Benedikt Erforth, delves into the multifaceted landscape of Africa&#8217;s digital transformation. Titled &#8220;Digital Transformation in Africa: From Gaps to Goals,&#8221; the brief offers a comprehensive analysis of the digital divide across the continent. It provides both a global perspective and a comparative examination of its various dimensions across and within African states. The main objective is to give an overview of the overall situation and trends in terms of moving African digital access from gaps to goals. The analysis primarily draws from three recent [&hellip;]
- [Rebalancing European voices in the EU international cooperation agenda](https://ettg.eu/rebalancing-european-voices/): August 25, 2025 The European Union&#8217;s development strategy is at a crossroads, facing a global &#8220;polycrisis&#8221; that demands a new approach. Our latest policy brief argues for a fundamental overhaul, drawing on rich discussions from the ETTG-PISM dialogue on resilience held earlier this year in Warsaw to explore how incorporating diverse perspectives from Central and Eastern Europe can forge a more effective external policy for the EU. Some key takeaways include: The policy brief authored by Iliana Olivié (ETTG and Elcano) and Daniele Fattibene (ETTG), reviewed Patryk Kugiel (PISM) outlines a path forward for a more inclusive and action-oriented EU [&hellip;]
- [Towards a new EU resilience-building strategy](https://ettg.eu/new-eu-resilience-building-strategy/): By Patryk Kugiel,  reviewed by Sophie Desmidt (ECDPM), Jago Salmon (ODI Global), Julian Bergmann (IDOS), Daniele Fattibene (ETTG) and Iliana Olivié (ETTG) | July 29, 2025 Key messages: The more volatile and unpredictable international environment demands an updated, comprehensive and realistic EU response to a situation of fragility in developing countries. New Council Conclusions could reposition resilience-building in the centre of European response to fragility and generate political will to respond properly to mounting challenges. It would renew the EU&#8217;s commitment to development, coordinate different tools and players, bridge the divisions between Eastern European and Global South partners, and restore [&hellip;]
- [Navigating Global Ambitions: The EU's Development in the Next MFF 2028-2034](https://ettg.eu/navigating-global-ambitions-the-eus-development-mff-2028-2034/): By Daniele Fattibene, ETTG Coordinator | July 25, 2025 Introduction: The MFF as a Geopolitical Barometer The European Union&#8217;s Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) is more than a budget: it not only marks the EU&#8217;s political priorities, but also its level of ambition to be a truly global player. With the current MFF ending in 2027, negotiations for the next 2028-2034 framework are unfolding amidst profound geopolitical instability, economic competitiveness concerns, and a pressing need for more defence spending and strategic autonomy. The European Commission’s €2 trillion proposal would lead to an increase up to 1.26 percent of gross national income, [&hellip;]
- [What does Sevilla mean for the development finance agenda?](https://ettg.eu/sevilla-for-the-development-finance-agenda/): July 9, 2025  We are now back from the UN Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), held in Sevilla.  Despite the record high temperatures, over 8,000 participants – representing UN member countries, multilateral organisations, the business sector, civil society organisations, think tanks, academia and other experts – gathered and exchanged ideas and policy proposals in more than 470 side and special events. Members of the ETTG co-organised and were involved in many of these.&nbsp; Attention was in fact drawn to parallel discussions and the SPA (Sevilla Platform for Action) announcements, since the Summit’s conclusions, the Compromiso de Sevilla [&hellip;]
- [The EU’s Development Policy at crossroads](https://ettg.eu/the-eus-development-policy-at-crossroads/): On June 24th, 2025, ETTG had the pleasure to convene a high level dialogue at the European Parliament, co-hosted with MEP Barry Andrews with moderation by Shirin Wheeler and Daniele Fattibene. The ETTG dialogue, opened by Iliana Olivié, European Parliament Vice President Pina Picierno and DEVE Committee Chair Barry Andrews MEP, was anchored by a compelling conversation between EU Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Síkela and Bill Gates.This, along with a dynamic panel featuring Ahunna Eziakonwa, Barry Andrews MEP, Samaila Zubairu and Margarita Gómez brought several urgent priorities to the forefront.Faced with shrinking aid budgets and a world of converging [&hellip;]
- [25 years of AU-EU Relations, and the case for acknowledging history in unprecedented times](https://ettg.eu/au-eu-relations-25years/): This year marks a quarter of a century since the 2000 Africa-Europe Summit in Cairo. This summit was the first in the range of summits of heads of state and government of the EU and the African Union (AU) that have been held since, with the next summit foreseen to be hosted by the Angolan AU Presidency towards the end of this year. Africa and Europe have a long and complex relationship, with the Cairo summit declaration acknowledging that over the centuries, ties have existed between Africa and Europe, which have led to many areas of cooperation, covering political, economic, [&hellip;]
- [New ETTG Institutional Video](https://ettg.eu/new-ettg-institutional-video/): In today&#8217;s fragmented global landscape, where polarisation increasingly dominates discourse, evidence-based analysis has never been more critical.&nbsp; Contemporary challenges—from climate change and energy transition to food safety, inequality, fragility and security—require bold policy actions, in addition to political will. They also demand rigorous research and informed dialogue across continents. The European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) leverages our network of over 400 policy analysts across Europe to build bridges between think tanks, multilateral organizations, EU member states, academia and civil society with the aim of strengthening the EU&#8217;s role as a global development player. As competing narratives increasingly obscure empirical realities, [&hellip;]
- [Energy and Climate Finance in the Context of the EU–North Africa Partnership](https://ettg.eu/energy-climate-finance-eunorth-africa-partnership/): Published on March 31, 2025 Our latest policy brief is authored by Sabrine Emran (PCNS), Hanne Knaepen (ECDPM), and Larabi Jaïdi (PCNS). The analysis delves into the critical role of North Africa in the global energy transition and the urgent need for enhanced climate finance to address the region&#8217;s escalating challenges. The brief highlights the potential for a mutually beneficial partnership between the EU and North Africa, focusing on sustainable energy solutions and climate resilience. Key Messages include: Context: The EU recognizes North Africa&#8217;s strategic importance in the global energy transition, given its vast renewable energy potential. Recent initiatives like [&hellip;]
- [A new chapter in the EU-North Africa partnership on climate and energy](https://ettg.eu/eu-north-africa-partnership-climate-energy/): Authored by Hanne Knaepen (ECDPM) and Sabrine Emran (PCNS) Europe and North Africa are intensifying cooperation, driven by shared interests in renewable energy deployment, trade and industrialisation. This renewed focus is opening doors for deeper energy partnerships, including on green hydrogen, and offers North African countries new opportunities to expand into European markets. At the same time, it raises concerns about the uneven distribution of benefits and insufficient international finance for climate adaptation in the region. The challenge now is to turn this evolving relationship into a long-term alliance that supports green industrialisation, fair climate action and mutual resilience. Challenges [&hellip;]
- [Mapping the Diverse Landscape of Development Finance](https://ettg.eu/mapping-development-finance/): This blog accompanies our comprehensive infographic leaflet on Financing for Development trends across regions. For those interested in the source data and methodology, we have attached the original document containing all references and data sources used in this analysis, including the OECD, World Bank, IMF, UNCTAD, and regional development banks. The complex world of development financing is evolving rapidly. Our new infographic provides a comprehensive snapshot of key financial flows to developing regions and highlights critical trends that European policymakers should consider. In a global economy marked by multiple crises – from debt distress to climate emergencies – understanding the [&hellip;]
- [Navigating the polycrisis: Why tackling the development-security nexus is key to strengthening EU-Sahel partnership](https://ettg.eu/polycrisis-development-security-strengthening-eu-sahel-partnership/): French version of this blog available here From November 4-6, 2024 &#8211; the European Think Tanks Group, in partnership with IAI, Elcano Royal Institute and Gorée Institute, held a participatory workshop in Gorée (Senegal) to unpack the development-security nexus. The workshop drew stakeholders and experts from Africa and Europe. The workshop gave experts an opportunity to provide nuanced insights and validate findings that informed the drafting of a policy brief co-authored by the participating institutes. &nbsp; One of the key takeaways from the workshop was the deepening levels of internal and external fragmentation which makes the Sahel a breeding ground [&hellip;]
- [FfD4 as a Turning Point - Overcoming Challenges to Strengthen Sustainable Development Finance](https://ettg.eu/ffd4-a-turning-point/): Our latest policy brief entitled &#8220;FfD4 as a Turning Point: Overcoming Challenges to Strengthen Sustainable Development Finance&#8221; examines critical pathways to reform global development financing mechanisms, analyzing key opportunities presented by the Fourth UN Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) and proposing concrete actions to enhance sustainable development finance. Authored by: By Damien Barchiche (IDDRI), Ben Katoka (IDDRI), Karim Karaki (ECDPM), Niels Keijzer (IDOS), Iliana Olivié (ETTG, Elcano Royal Institute) and María Santillán O’Shea (Elcano Royal Institute) Key Takeaways include: This Policy Brief reflects ongoing ETTG work on FfD4 preparations in the framework of a partnership with the Agence Française [&hellip;]
- [How the EU can Leverage FfD4 to Strengthen its International Partnerships](https://ettg.eu/eu-leveraging-ffd4-international-partnerships/): Published on February 4, 2025 ETTG Blog by Karim Karaki (ECDPM) and Niels Keijzer (IDOS) with the contribution of Damien Barchiche (IDDRI), Ben Katoka (IDDRI), Iliana Olivié (ETTG / Elcano), María Santillán O’Shea (Elcano) and Daniele Fattibene (ETTG) From 31 June to 3 July, Sevilla will host the fourth United Nations Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4). This conference represents a pivotal moment for the global community to rethink its approach to financing sustainable development and climate action.&nbsp; As the world prepares for this critical conference in unsettling times, it is important to emphasise that FfD4 is not an end [&hellip;]
- [The Nexus between Security and Development in the Sahel](https://ettg.eu/nexus-security-development-sahel-west-african-perspectives-eu/): Our policy brief entitled &#8220;The Nexus between Security and Development in the Sahel: West African Perspectives on EU Interventions&#8221; examines the complex security-development nexus in the Sahel region, analysing West African perspectives on EU interventions and highlighting critical challenges in fostering effective cooperation between the EU and Sahelian states. Authored by Darlington Tshuma (IAI), Marta Driessen (Elcano Royal Institute), Rukia Mohammed Bakari (Goree Institute), Latyr Tine (Goree Institute), and Maria Luisa Fantappie (IAI). Key Takeaways include: This Policy Brief was produced with the support of the Open Society Foundation and in collaboration with the Gorée Institute in Dakar.
- [FfD4: Exploring Priorities for Asia](https://ettg.eu/ffd4-exploring-priorities-for-asia/): Our latest policy brief examines key Asian priorities for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), scheduled for June-July 2025 in Spain. It analyses critical challenges and opportunities in financing sustainable development across the diverse Asian region, with a particular focus on South Asia and the Asia-Pacific region. Authored by Damien Barchiche (IDDRI) and Ben Katoka (IDDRI), with contributions from Karim Karaki (ECDPM), Niels Keijzer (IDOS), Iliana Olivié (ETTG), and María Santillán O’Shea (Elcano Royal Institute). Key Takeaways include: The report provides detailed insights into Asian financial priorities and practical recommendations for strengthening international development financing frameworks in [&hellip;]
- [FfD4: Exploring Priorities for Africa](https://ettg.eu/ffd4-priorities-for-africa/): our comprehensive policy brief looks into key African priorities for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), scheduled for mid-2025 in Spain. The brief examines critical financing challenges and opportunities in the African region amid growing global polarization and faltering progress toward Sustainable Development Goals. Authored by Karim Karaki (ECDPM), San Bilal (ECDPM), and Kathrin Berensmann (IDOS), with contributions from Niels Keijzer (IDOS), Yabibal Walle (IDOS), Iliana Olivié (ETTG, Elcano), and Damien Barchiche (IDDRI). Key takeaways include The report provides detailed insights into African financial priorities and practical recommendations for strengthening international development financing frameworks. This publication is [&hellip;]
- [FfD4: Exploring Priorities for Latin American and Caribbean](https://ettg.eu/ffd4-latin-american-caribbean-priorities/): Description and credits: View of São Paulo Estaiada Bridge in Brazil, by Cifotart, via iStock We are proud to announce the latest policy brief authored by our Director Iliana Olivié and María Santillán O&#8217;Shea (Elcano Royal Institute) titled &#8220;The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development&#8221;. This comprehensive analysis offers critical insights into the complex financial challenges facing the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) region and provides nuanced recommendations for addressing these critical development issues. The policy brief delves into the multifaceted economic landscape of the LAC region, highlighting the persistent challenges of slow economic growth and fiscal deficits that continue [&hellip;]
- [ETTG - GIZ - Enabel](https://ettg.eu/ettg-giz-enabel/): Timeline: December 2024 We had the pleasure to host, alongside&nbsp;Enabel&nbsp;and&nbsp;GIZ Brussels&nbsp;an event to launch our latest collective report, “Staying Engaged as Team Europe in Fragile Settings”. The report authored by&nbsp;Sophie Desmidt&nbsp;(ECDPM),&nbsp;Dr. Julian Bergmann,&nbsp;Benedikt Erforth&nbsp;(German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS), and&nbsp;Sara Gianesello&nbsp;(ECDPM) builds upon the discussions from our October event. • Key takeaways from the report and discussion topics included the importance of locally-led approaches, strengthened partnerships, and a coordinated Team Europe approach. We extend our gratitude to our great panel of speakers who enriched our understanding:&nbsp;Erica Gerretsen,&nbsp;Lori-Anne Théroux-Bénoni,&nbsp;Simon O’Connell&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cecilia García Gasalla. Special appreciation is also due to&nbsp;Jean Van Wetter&nbsp;and&nbsp;Enabel&nbsp;colleagues [&hellip;]
- [Staying engaged as Team Europe in fragile settings](https://ettg.eu/team-europe-fragile-settings/): Picture of Bamako, MalI by Thomas Brissiaud, available on iStock The latest ETTG collective report, authored by Sophie Desmidt (ECDPM), Julian Bergmann (IDOS), Benedikt Erforth (IDOS), Sara Gianesello (ECDPM), explores the complex challenges and opportunities of European engagement in fragile settings. It is produced in the framework of our partnership with Enabel and GIZ. We would also like to thank colleagues Iliana Olivié (ETTG), Mark Furness (IDOS) and Volker Hauck (ECDPM) for their valuable inputs. Some of the key takeaways include: Find the full report available here
- [ETTG-GIZ-Enabel Project on Navigating Engagement in Fragile Contexts](https://ettg.eu/engagement-in-fragile-contexts/): Timeline: October 2024 – 2025 The ETTG-GIZ-Enabel partnership will explore strategic engagement in fragile global contexts, focusing on development agencies&#8217; approaches to challenging political environments. Through comprehensive research, policy paper development, and high-level policy events, the project aims to critically examine how European implementing agencies can effectively support populations in regions experiencing democratic backsliding, conflict, and systemic shocks. Prioritizing a rights-based, locally-informed approach, the initiative will provide innovative recommendations for maintaining meaningful development interventions while navigating complex geopolitical landscapes, with a special emphasis on the Sahel region. Project Objectives Key Deliverables Focus Areas Unique Approach Priority Regions The project aims [&hellip;]
- [After US elections, Africa and Europe should strengthen partnership for green industrialisation](https://ettg.eu/us-africa-europe-greenindustrialisation/): By Sébastien Treyer (IDDRI), Chukwumerije Okereke (CCCD) and Elisabeth Hege (IDDRI) This blog post draws upon the rich discussions and insights from the multi-stakeholder workshop organized by ETTG, ACTS, and IDDRI in Nairobi on May 28, 2024, as well as the collaborative policy brief published by ETTG, ACTS and the Ukama Plateform. Bringing together over 30 participants from across Africa and Europe, the workshop fostered dialogue on leveraging green industrialisation and just transitions as pillars of a sustainable partnership between the two continents. As we navigate the evolving global context, this blog explores how Africa and Europe can seize emerging [&hellip;]
- [Artificial intelligence for electoral administration and management: A pathway for Africa-EU partnership](https://ettg.eu/ai-electoral-admin-africa-eu/): November, 2024 We are pleased to announce our policy brief exploring the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in African Election Management Bodies (EMBs) authored by Melody Musoni (ECDPM)and reviewed by Chloe Teevan (ECDPM), Dora Meredith (ODI) and Raquel Jorge (RIE). Key Findings Our research highlights critical insights for leveraging AI in electoral processes: Looking Forward This policy brief, developed in the framework of our partnership with Mercator Foundation, provides a roadmap for responsible AI adoption in electoral processes, emphasizing collaboration between African and European stakeholders.
- [Global Gateway Collection](https://ettg.eu/global-gateway-collection/): It stands at the forefront of this evolving strategy, representing a key tool in reshaping the EU’s global influence.  The EU’s Global Gateway initiative, launched in 2021, has taken on renewed significance in the current political climate and the mission letter sent by President von der Leyen to the designated Commissioner for International Partnerships. The Global Gateway aims to mobilise up to €300 billion in investments between 2021 and 2027. The stated goals of this ambitious program are to
- [EU-AU cyber cooperation: From patchwork to partnership ](https://ettg.eu/cyber-cooperation-europe-africa/): November 6, 2024 The ETTG policy brief by Félix Arteaga (Real Instituto Elcano) reviewed by Melody Musoni (ECDPM), Niels Keijzer (IDOS) and Dora Meredith (ODI) examines how to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation between the European Union and African Union, moving beyond fragmented assistance toward a more strategic partnership approach. A better coordinated and partnership-based approach is needed to achieve lasting impact. The policy brief outlines five core recommendations for enhancing EU-AU cyber cooperation: 1. Needs-Based Assistance: The EU should maintain its cybersecurity support to African countries while ensuring assistance is tailored to local needs and delivered on equal footing. This approach [&hellip;]
- [Aligning Climate Action and Development through SDG Financing: The Role of FfD4](https://ettg.eu/climate-action-development-sdg-financing-ffd4/): ETTG Policy Brief Our latest policy brief delves into the role of FfD4 in the aligningment of Climate Action and Development through SDG Financing. The 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) offer an integrated framework that addresses structural vulnerabilities, enabling investments to positively affect multiple objectives, from poverty reduction to climate action. The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) has a crucial role in promoting SDG alignment among all public and private providers of finance for development, fostering a systemic approach to financing. Key Messages Strategic Alignment This active alignment ensures that resources are used [&hellip;]
- [Countering Digital Disinformation - Opportunities for Europe-Africa Collaboration](https://ettg.eu/digital-disinformation-europe-africa-collaboration/): November, 2024 The ETTG policy brief by Jamie Hitchen (ODI) and Dr Kojo Pumpuni Asante (CDD Ghana) explores pathways for strengthening Europe-Africa cooperation in combating digital disinformation. Building on discussions from the ETTG event held in Ghana in September, the brief outlines strategic recommendations for fostering more effective cross-continental collaboration in this critical area. Key Findings and Recommendations The authors, with valuable input from reviewers Melody Musoni (ECDPM) and Ángel Badillo (Real Instituto Elcano), identify several crucial areas for enhancement: Inclusive Dialogue The EU must ensure that dialogues on disinformation include all key stakeholders &#8211; from civil society organizations to [&hellip;]
- [Leveraging Green Industrialisation for a Just Transition - Africa-Europe Cooperation](https://ettg.eu/green-industrialization-eu-africa/): We are excited to announce the publication of a new ETTG policy brief titled &#8220;Leveraging Green Industrialisation for a Just Transition: Africa-Europe Cooperation.&#8221; This insightful brief authored by Damien Barchiche (IDDRI), Alfonso Medinilla (ECDPM), Catherine Kilelu (ACTS), Sébastien Treyer (IDDRI) and Chukwumerije Okereke, (CCCD) offers a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities in fostering a just green transition through Africa-Europe collaboration. The publication builds on the multi stakeholder discussions held in our Nairobi event in May 2024. Key Messages The policy brief highlights five crucial aspects of Africa-Europe cooperation for green industrialization: Find the brief available here
- [ETTG Blog: The Global Gateway Three Years Later - An African Reality Check for the Next Commission](https://ettg.eu/global-gateway-three-years-later/): By Paul Okumu and Daniele Fattibene The launch of the Global Gateway Initiative in December 2021, as part of European Union’s commitment to scaling up the G7’s Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) has raised expectations, as well as anxiety among the EU’s international partners. For Africa, the Global Gateway soon turned into the EU’s flagship geopolitical and geoeconomic initiative, with the aim to mobilise up to 150 billion euros by 2030 in physical and digital infrastructures, as well as to invest in energy transformation, strategic transportation networks, health, education, and research.  Development and geopolitics The main objectives embedded [&hellip;]
- [The EU-Africa Migration Agenda - Realizing a New Partnership](https://ettg.eu/eu-africa-migration-policybrief/): The European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) is pleased to present our latest policy brief: &#8220;The EU-Africa Migration Agenda: Realizing a New Partnership.&#8221; This comprehensive analysis builds on the insightful discussions from our Brussels event held in May 2024, where ETTG, in collaboration with ODI, ECDPM, and the Nordic Africa Institute, hosted a timely dialogue on EU-Africa migration and development cooperation. Key Insights Our policy brief explores how the EU and Africa can forge a mutually beneficial migration partnership, addressing crucial aspects such as: The brief draws on the expertise of authors and of distinguished panelists who participated in our May [&hellip;]
- [New ETTG Policy Brief on the EU and Global Development](https://ettg.eu/new-ettg-policy-brief-on-the-eu-and-global-development/): The European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) is pleased to announce the release of a&nbsp;new policy brief&nbsp;on the EU’s role in global development. This report is a culmination of a stimulating discussion held in Rome, which brought together over 30 key figures for a closed-door event. The Rome event featured a diverse group of participants, including EU policymakers, representatives from member states, leading think tanks, and renowned experts. Hosted by the Spanish Ambassador in Rome, the program began with a welcome dinner followed by a full day of in-depth discussions. The central theme of the event was navigating the multifaceted challenges [&hellip;]
- [ETTG - Spain MFA (A Stronger EU-LAC Partnership: A Focus on Shared Challenges)](https://ettg.eu/ettg-spain-mfa-a-stronger-eu-lac-partnership-a-focus-on-shared-challenges/): Timeline: (2023 &#8211; 2024) ETTG – Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain This ETTG project, in collaboration with the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, examined key issues in EU-Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) relations.  A comprehensive report, “A Common Future for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean,” explored opportunities for collaboration in three critical areas: Financing Sustainable Growth: The report identifies innovative approaches to development finance that can support sustainable economic development in the LAC region. Tackling Climate Change: It explores how the EU and LAC countries can work together more effectively to address [&hellip;]
- [A Stronger EU-LAC Partnership: A Focus on Shared Challenges](https://ettg.eu/ettg-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-european-union-and-cooperation-of-spain/): This ETTG project, in collaboration with the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, examined key issues in EU-Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) relations.
- [Towards a more interest driven and equal EU-Africa Partnership](https://ettg.eu/ettg-open-society-foundation/): Assessing the implications of the polycrises for Africa-Europe relations towards a more interest driven and equal Partnership?
- [The EU Africa migration agenda – driving a new migration partnership forward](https://ettg.eu/the-eu-africa-migration-agenda-new-partnership/): Through an European Think Tanks Group initiative, ODI Europe, alongside ECDPM and The Nordic Africa Institute held a recent event in Brussels &#8211; &#8216;The EU-Africa migration agenda &#8211; realising a new partnership&#8217;. Ahead of the new European Commission and the 3rd AU-EU ministerial summit, the panel aimed to explore challenges and concerns around migration and gather recommendations for charting a new path in future. The event recognised the continents’ diverse starting points: though migration represents a polarising theme across Europe, discourse around migration in Africa is more strongly oriented towards the opportunities it offers. And while the EU has directed [&hellip;]
- [Partnership of Equals” in a Multi-Crisis Context:  The nexus between digitalization and development](https://ettg.eu/ettg-mercator-foundation/): The world is facing a multitude of crises, impacting the international order and cooperation between continents. Africa, particularly vulnerable, is experiencing rising poverty, social unrest, and political instability. This project aims to strengthen the Africa-Europe partnership by addressing these challenges through a shared lens.
- [The AU-EU Partnership on Peace, Security and Governance: Challenges and Opportunities](https://ettg.eu/ettg-undp-the-au-eu-partnership-on-peace-security-and-governance-challenges-and-opportunities/): This ETTG project examined the evolving African Union-European Union partnership on peace, security, and governance.  The project comes at a critical time, as the Sahel region faces growing instability, coups d'état, and the ever-present threat of extremism.  The war in Ukraine has further complicated the situation, diverting resources and attention.
- [ETTG - AFD: Setting the scene for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development](https://ettg.eu/ettg-afd-developmentfinance/): Timeline: 2 years (2024-2025) The world is facing a multitude of crises, impacting the international order and cooperation between continents. Africa, particularly vulnerable, is experiencing rising poverty, social unrest, and political instability. This project aims to strengthen the Africa-Europe partnership by addressing these challenges through a shared lens. The Challenge: Multi-Crisis Context in Africa This ETTG-Mercator project focuses on strengthening the Africa-Europe partnership through the critical lens of digitalization and its impact on development.  Recent crises, have exposed underlying tensions in the partnership.  However, a focus on shared challenges and opportunities in the digital sphere offers a path for collaboration. [&hellip;]
- [ETTG - AFD (Setting the scene for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development)](https://ettg.eu/ettg-afd-setting-the-scene-for-the-4th-international-conference-on-financing-for-development/): Timeline: September 2024 &#8211; June 2026 Linking European, African, Asian and Latin-American global development think tanks ETTG is proud to announce the launch of a new project, supported by the French Development Agency (AFD), aimed at addressing critical challenges in development financing and the reform of international financial architecture. Project Objectives This initiative seeks to: Multi-Phase Approach Our comprehensive strategy unfolds in three key phases: 1. Global Perspective Gathering: – Organizing webinars to capture insights from peer think tanks across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.– Identifying pressing reform needs from diverse global viewpoints. 2. Policy Analysis and Recommendations: – Producing three in-depth [&hellip;]
- [One year since Russia invaded Ukraine: implications for the Africa-Europe relationship](https://ettg.eu/one-year-since-russia-invaded-ukraine-implications-for-the-africa-europe-relationship/): A year has passed since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the war looks set to drag on deep into this year. While European leaders shifted their focus onto Ukraine, Africa has felt the sharp consequences of the war, while continuing to face wider existing challenges. It has undoubtedly had significant implications for the Africa-Europe relationship. The recent evolution of the relationship In March 2020, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen consolidated Africa on the European agenda through the report&nbsp;‘Towards a comprehensive strategy with Africa’&nbsp;where Europe committed to strengthening the&nbsp;Africa-Europe partnership. Despite reported strains in the relationship exacerbated by the [&hellip;]
- [ETTG - Open Society Foundations (Towards a more interest driven and equal EU-Africa Partnership)](https://ettg.eu/ettg-open-society-foundations-towards-a-more-interest-driven-and-equal-eu-africa-partnership/): ETTG – Open Society Foundations Timeline: 3 years (2024-2025-2026) Linking European, African, Asian and Latin-American global development think tanks This ETTG-OSF project aims to address the challenges facing the Africa-Europe partnership in a time of multiple crises. Recent events, like the Ukraine war, have exposed tensions and highlighted the need for a more balanced and effective partnership. The Issues: Tensions and a Shifting Landscape The COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and the war in Ukraine have exacerbated underlying tensions in Africa-Europe relations. Divergent responses to these crises and a changing global order with new alliances have led to a sense of disillusionment on [&hellip;]
- [The European Union’s new Ukraine Facility: an important though insufficient step?](https://ettg.eu/eu-ukraine-facility-important-yet-insufficient-step/): On 27 February, the European Parliament approved the revision of the EU’s multi-annual financial framework (MFF). As part of these negotiations, EU institutions have agreed on a regulation establishing the so-called Ukraine Facility. This facility concerns a new financial instrument worth €50 billion that is dedicated to supporting Ukraine’s reconstruction and recovery efforts until the end of the current budget cycle in 2027. The facility is set up as a standalone instrument that brings together the EU’s bilateral support to Ukraine, and replaces bilateral support provided under NDICI-Global Europe. As the latter’s cushion for emerging challenges and priorities had been [&hellip;]
- [A common future for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean](https://ettg.eu/a-common-future-for-europe-latin-america-and-the-caribbean/): ETTG&#8217;s latest collective report, &#8220;A common future for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean,&#8221; highlights the shared priorities of both regions, including the green, digital, and social transitions. It emphasises the need for increased financial support for Latin America and the Caribbean, specifically looking beyond traditional aid models. The report proposes a &#8220;beyond-aid&#8221; approach that leverages various tools. This includes: The report also identifies opportunities for collaboration in tackling climate change and promoting social inclusion. Read the full report and gain insight towards more specific policy recommendations.&nbsp; Available in English here. Available in Spanish here.
- [The Mattei Plan for Africa: A Turning Point for Italy’s Development Cooperation Policy?](https://ettg.eu/the-mattei-plan-for-africa-a-turning-point-for-italys-development-cooperation-policy/): ETTG&#8217;s coordinator Daniele Fattibene has co-authored a commentary with Stefano Manservisi overviewing the Mattei Plan. Italy launched the Mattei Plan to strengthen its development cooperation with Africa. The plan has an initial funding of 5.5 billion euros and focuses on five key areas: education, agriculture, health, energy, and water. The plan aims to build a new form of partnership with African countries and leverage public and private investments. A key element of the Mattei Plan is to set up dialogue with African countries and organizations. This will ensure that the plan addresses the needs of African countries and avoids a [&hellip;]
- [Conflicts and Unconstitutional Changes of Government in Africa: Is there still a role for the EU-AU Partnership?](https://ettg.eu/ettg-collective-report-conflict-and-unconstitutional-change-of-government-in-africa-is-there-still-a-role-for-the-eu-au-partnership/): Our latest ETTG collective report entitled” Conflicts and Unconstitutional Changes of Government in Africa: Is there still a role for the EU-AU Partnership? “ is now available. Building upon a background paper and discussions held at multi-city events in Brussels and Dakar, the report gathers a comprehensive approach on the ongoing crisis in the Sahel region and offers a set of key recommendations. The events gathered over 120 participants in a span of two days and counted on interventions by African experts, European officials, renowned researchers, ambassadors, ministers and international&nbsp; organisations.&nbsp; The political and security context in the Sahel is [&hellip;]
- [ETTG - Southern Voice Policy Brief: Harvesting Change: Global South Policy Proposals for FAO](https://ettg.eu/ettg-southern-voice-policy-brief-harvesting-change-global-south-policy-proposals-for-fao/): Southern Voice and the European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) proudly present our new policy brief, &#8220;Harvesting Change: Global South Policy Proposals for FAO.&#8220; Food systems in the Global South face numerous challenges when it comes to providing sufficient, affordable, and healthy food for all. The policy brief focuses on the importance of smallholder farmers in ensuring food security and climate action, highlighting the vulnerability they face. By strengthening their agency, we can bring widespread benefits to farmers, populations, and the environment. To ensure that investments in productive, climate-smart technologies are effective, they must be tailored to the needs of farmers. [&hellip;]
- [ETTG - UNDP (The AU-EU Partnership on Peace, Security and Governance: Challenges and Opportunities)](https://ettg.eu/ettg-undp-the-au-eu-partnership-on-peace-security-and-governance-challenges-and-opportunities-2/): Timeline: July 2023 &#8211; December 2023 This ETTG-UNDP project examined the evolving African Union-European Union partnership on peace, security, and governance.  The project comes at a critical time, as the Sahel region faces growing instability, coups d&#8217;état, and the ever-present threat of extremism.  The war in Ukraine has further complicated the situation, diverting resources and attention. The Project&#8217;s Focus: Rethinking Strategies in a Turbulent Context The project explored how the AU-EU partnership can be strengthened to address these challenges.  A key component will be a background report examining: The history and current state of the AU-EU partnership The impact of [&hellip;]
- [Press Release - New ETTG Director](https://ettg.eu/new-ettg-director/): Founded in 2010, the European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) is a network of independent European think tanks providing policy relevant analysis of EU foreign policy and action towards the Global South. During 2023, the network has worked in various topical areas, including the potential of development finance for the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the green transition, the EU development and partnership programmes and tools, and EU-Africa relations in the current polycrisis context.
- [Report - EU Development Policy in Times of Polycrisis | 2nd ETTG Dialogue on the EU and Global Development](https://ettg.eu/report-eu-development-policy-in-times-of-polycrisis-2nd-ettg-dialogue-on-the-eu-and-global-development/): We are thrilled to present the insights gathered from the recent workshop, "The future of the EU as a global development actor: Building alliances with the Global South in a polycrisis world," organized on May 10-11 in Berlin.
- [What future for the EU – Latin American development relations? Two clichés and one proposal](https://ettg.eu/future-eu-latin-american-development-relations/): The bi-regional relations between the European Union (EU) and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) have moved to the forefront of the EU political agenda as a result of this year’s EU-CELAC Summit -the previous one was held in 2015-, this semester’s Spanish presidency of the EU Council -a Member State who has traditionally championed for closer EU–LAC relations- and the war in Ukraine -and its geopolitical derivatives-.
- [European Development Finance in Perma-Crisis](https://ettg.eu/european-development-finance-in-perma-crisis/): San Bilal (ECDPM), has edited an e-book that presents valuable perspectives from external contributors.  The e-book focuses on how the European Union (EU), its member states, and their development institutions can effectively address the numerous global challenges within the context of the international and European financial architecture for sustainable development.
- [The Role of the G7 in Promoting North-South Cooperation](https://ettg.eu/the-role-of-the-g7-in-promoting-north-south-cooperation-2/): In 2024, Italy is set to assume the rotating Presidency of the G7. In the face of a complex geopolitical landscape and persistent crises that show no signs of abating, the question arises: How will the seven largest democracies come together to devise effective strategies? Furthermore, how will Italy navigate the challenging circumstances to shape the agenda? Following the 2023 Summit, the event moderated by ETTG’s coordinator –&nbsp;Daniele Fattibene, presents an invaluable opportunity to gain insights into the current state of G7 initiatives and their future trajectory under Italy’s leadership. Moreover, it serves as a platform for international development practitioners [&hellip;]
- [Present and Future of Italy’s Development Cooperation](https://ettg.eu/present-future-italy-development-cooperation/): In the newly published commentaire article entitled "Present and Future of Italy’s Development Cooperation", European Think Tanks Group's coordinator Daniele Fattibene, alongside Irene Paviotti, for the Italian Institute of International Affairs (IAI), provide an overview of the trends in Official Development Assistance and on the Italian's perception on cooperation.  The article analyses the results of a survey conducted in 2022 by IAI and University of Siena's LAPS  in which the Italian citizens' conflicted views and general attitudes towards aid is further displayed.
- [One year since Russia invaded Ukraine: implications for the Africa-Europe relationship](https://ettg.eu/russia-ukraine-conflict-implications-africa-europe-relationship/): A year after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the conflict taking a center stage in the EU's focus, Africa has felt the consequences of the war, while continuing to face wider existing challenges. This article looks further into the implications of the war against Ukraine for the Africa-Europe relationship.
- [Europe - Africa relations in a multi-crises world: Turning the page after COVID-19, the EU-AU Summit and the war against Ukraine](https://ettg.eu/europe-africa-relations-in-a-multi-crises-world-turning-the-page-after-covid19-the-eu-au-summit-and-the-war-against-ukraine/): This report addresses the state of Africa-Europe relations, almost one year after the 6th AU-EU Summit, providing a number of policy recommendations to African and European decision makers in four key areas of cooperation : climate change and fair energy transition; food security; peace, security and participatory governance; and development finance.
- [Brussels launch of the Human Development Report 2021/22](https://ettg.eu/brussels-launch-of-the-human-development-report-2021-22/): Geert Laporte, ETTG Director, was invited as a speaker during the Brussels launch of the Human Development Report 2021/22 "Uncertain Times, Unsettled Lives: Shaping our future in a transforming world". 
- [Assessing the implications of COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine for Africa and Europe-Africa relations](https://ettg.eu/assessing-the-implications-of-covid-19-and-the-war-in-ukraine-for-africa-and-europe-africa-relations/): The European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) with the support of the Regional Bureau Africa (RBA) of UNDP undertook practical analyses on the combined impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine on Africa and on the Africa-Europe partnership. These analyses served as an input in a major event organised in Brussels on November 30 and on December 1, 2022.
- [<strong>Covid-19 and the Ukraine crisis: questioning the EU-Africa partnership of equals?</strong>](https://ettg.eu/covid-19-and-the-ukraine-crisis-questioning-the-eu-africa-partnership-of-equals/): EU-Africa relations have hardly followed a linear path, but the events of the past two years – namely, Covid-19 and the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine – seemingly put it under additional strain, allowing age-old grievances to come back in full force.
- [How the war in Ukraine is impacting Africa-Europe relations and the migration dialogue](https://ettg.eu/how-the-war-in-ukraine-is-impacting-africa-europe-relations-and-the-migration-dialogue/): What is the impact of the war in Ukraine on Africa - Europe migration dialogue?  Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, UNHCR has recorded more than 7.8 million Ukrainian refugees. This huge movement of people has been met with a very different response to the (poorly labelled) 2015/16 ‘migration crisis’. The activation of the EU's Temporary Protection Directive has offered legal pathways to protection and enabled fast and effective assistance. Many factors underpin this treatment of Ukrainian refugees in Europe, including Ukraine’s geographic and cultural closeness and its status as an EU accession country. 
- [African Union-European Union cooperation on climate and energy: Discussing perspectives on hydrogen and just transitions](https://ettg.eu/african-union-european-union-cooperation-on-climate-and-energy-cooperation-perspectiveson-hydrogen-and-just-transitions/): This policy brief analyses policy convergence and divergence between Europe and Africa in the field of climate and energy and identifies areas for further policy debate beyond COP27. Specifically, it examines cooperation efforts and challenges in two areas: hydrogen and JETPs.
- [The implications of global multi-crises for EU-Africa relations. In the food security domain](https://ettg.eu/the-implications-of-global-multi-crises-for-eu-africa-relations-in-the-food-security-domain/): Food insecurity had been worsening significantly in Africa even before Russia´s invasion of Ukraine. Climate shocks, the COVID-19 pandemic and regional conflicts were disrupting food production and distribution resulting in rising costs for agricultural commodities on the continent. The war in Ukraine exacerbated the situation, pushing food and fertiliser prices even higher. 
- [Implications of COVID-19 and Russia’s war in Ukraine for EU-Africa relations - Development finance](https://ettg.eu/implications-of-covid-19-and-russias-war-in-ukraine-for-eu-africa-relations-development-finance/): To which extent the framework and initiatives for EUAfrica relations are still fit for purpose, in particular in terms of mobilisation of resources for Africa’s resilience and sustainable development, or must be adapted to better respond to the new era of poly-crises?
- [The EU-Africa peace and security partnership. Political and financial stumbling blocks and a few ways forward](https://ettg.eu/the-eu-africa-peace-and-security-partnership-political-and-financial-stumbling-blocks-and-a-few-ways-forward/): The EU-Africa partnership has ebbed and flowed over the years, with the period since 2020 being particularly dynamic. With the Covid-19 pandemic, the response to the war in Ukraine and the subsequent energy crisis in Europe, cleavages have been unearthed in the partnership.
- [Revamping international response to global food insecurity. Building transparent and participatory selection processes and governance in the UN Rome-based Agencies (RBAs)](https://ettg.eu/revamping-international-response-to-global-food-insecurity-building-transparent-and-participatory-selection-processes-and-governance-in-the-un-rome-based-agencies-rbas/): Three concurrent crises — climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic and the conflict in Ukraine — have combined to worsen food insecurity and malnutrition around the globe. Extreme climate events are becoming more frequent and severe, magnifying the already higher food prices caused by agricultural supply chain disruptions precipitated first by the pandemic and now by geopolitical turbulence. The Rome Based Agencies are called to provide concrete and effective responses to these multi-crises. This report is the result of an Open Consultation Forum organised with IFAD running candidates in June 2022.
- [Donors, implementing agencies and DFI/PDB cooperation. The case of Italy: MAECI, AICS and CDP](https://ettg.eu/in-search-of-a-cooperative-equilibrium-between-main-actors-of-the-new-italian-development-cooperation-system/): There are three main actors in the Italian development cooperation system: (i) the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (referred to by its Italian acronym, MAECI), (ii) the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS, from the Italian acronym) and (iii) Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP), a prominent Italian investment bank.
- [Donors, implementing agencies and DFI/PDB cooperation. The case of Spain: AECID, FIIAP, COFIDES and FONPRODE](https://ettg.eu/donors-implementing-agencies-and-dfi-cooperationthe-case-of-spain-aecid-fiiap-cofides-and-fonprode/): The Spanish system for international development cooperation consists of a web of official institutions, at different administrative levels, as well as non- governmental organisations, such as Coordinadora de ONGD (the NGO platform), and consultation bodies like the development cooperation council (Consejo de Cooperación para el Desarrollo). The system’s structure and complexity partly explain the coordination challenges detailed in this case study.
- [Donors, implementing agencies and DFI/PDB cooperation - The case of the UK: BII and FCDO](https://ettg.eu/donors-implementing-agencies-and-dfi-cooperation-the-case-of-the-uk-bii-and-fcdo/): British International Investment (BII) is the United Kingdom’s development finance institution (DFI). It is entirely owned by the UK government and its single shareholder is the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), represented by the Secretary of State for FCDO. The relationship between FCDO and BII has evolved over time and continues to evolve. Over the last few years, there has been a growing appreciation within the UK government of the value of BII as an important channel to achieve not only UK development objectives but also to contribute to geopolitical objectives such as promoting Global Britain. The result has been a rising profile of BII towards achieving broader UK government policy objectives.
- [Donors, implementing agencies and DFI/PDB cooperation - The case of France: AFD and Proparco](https://ettg.eu/donors-implementing-agencies-and-dfi-pdb-cooperation-the-case-of-france-afd-and-proparco/): In France, blending operations are implemented by the public development bank (PDB) Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the development finance institution (DFI) Proparco. Proparco has gained a larger role in recent years, reflecting a growing recognition of the need to mobilise private investment. Proparco is part of the AFD Group and in charge of all development operations with the private sector. Its latest capital increase dates back to 2020, bringing its share capital to €984 million. AFD is France’s main implementation agency.
- [Donors, implementing agencies and DFI/PDB cooperation. EBRD and donors comprehensive coordination](https://ettg.eu/ebrd-and-donors-a-case-of-a-comprehensive-coordination/): The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has longstanding experience in coordinating and working with donors. The EBRD relationship with donors takes different forms, such as co-financing (e.g., grant support, concessional finance and guarantees), technical assistance and policy dialogues. The focus ranges from strategic considerations to more concrete actions. The relationship can be materialised through donor facilities, such as the Green Climate Fund, or through EBRD-established multi-donor funds, agreements with bilateral donor countries, such as the United States, Switzerland and Japan, or collaborations with the European Union (EU), for example, involving the European Commission and several EU member states.
- [Donors, implementing agencies and DFI/PDB cooperation. European donors’ partnership with the EIB](https://ettg.eu/the-eib-and-european-donors-coordination-working-in-partnership-with-the-eu-bank/): The European Investment Bank (EIB) cooperates with the European Union (EU), its member states and their development agencies at both the strategic and operational levels. In terms of governance, the EU member states, as shareholders, are members of the EIB Board and of the Advisory Group consulted on the Bank’s outside-EU activities.
- [Donors, implementing agencies and DFI/PDB cooperation. The case of the Netherlands and the Dutch Fund for Climate and Development](https://ettg.eu/donor-implementing-agencies-and-dfi-cooperation-the-case-of-the-netherlands-fmo-cfm-snv-and-wwf/): The Dutch government has a longstanding and comprehensive cooperation with the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO) via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy. The cooperation is geared towards catalysing private sector investment for sustainable development impact, including through blended finance. The Dutch government is a founder and majority shareholder of FMO, accounting for 51% of its shares. It is thus at the heart of FMO’s governance. This allows the Dutch government, particularly, the MoFA, to steer and influence FMO operations and ensure that they contribute to the government’s development policy objectives and priorities.
- [The European Green Deal and the war in Ukraine: Addressing crises in the short and long term](https://ettg.eu/the-european-green-deal-and-the-war-in-ukraine-addressing-crises-in-the-short-and-long-term/): In this policy brief, we analyse the direct effects and implications of the war in Ukraine on energy security, industrial supply chains, food security and environmental protection in the EU and in developing countries.
- [Donors, implementing agencies and DFI/PDB cooperation - The case of Germany: BMZ, GIZ, KfW and DEG](https://ettg.eu/donors-implementing-agencies-and-dfi-pdb-cooperation-the-case-of-germany-bmz-giz-kfw-and-deg/): In Germany, the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) leads in coordinating the government’s bilateral development policy priorities and positions. These are then operationalised and carried out in the form of distinct interventions by implementing agencies. Since a number of key reforms in the first decade of the 2000s, two main agencies have been involved in implementing Germany’s financial and technical cooperation: the KfW Group (Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau Bankengruppe) and Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ).
- [Italy’s Move to the Right and the Implications for Global Development](https://ettg.eu/italys-move-to-the-right-and-the-implications-for-global-development/): After the collapse of Mario Draghi’s government in July, Italian voters went to the polls to elect a new parliament on September 25. The elections were the first to be held following the constitutional referendum in September 2020 which reduced the number of deputies and senators by half, from 630 to 315 and 400 to 200 respectively. The right-wing coalition spearheaded by the ‘Brothers of Italy’ (FdI) under Giorgia Meloni’s leadership won the election, which saw the lowest turnout in the history of the Italian Republic (less than 64 percent compared to 73 percent in 2018) with around 44 percent of the votes in both chambers. The coalition government will likely be based on an alliance between the Fdl, who took 26 percent of votes, former Interior Minister Matteo Salvini’s ‘League’ (Lega), and former Prime Minister (PM) Silvio Berlusconi’s ‘Forward Italy’ party (Forza Italia or FI). 
- [Enhancing coordination​ ​between European donors,​ ​development agencies​ ​and DFIs/PDBs​ - ​Insights and recommendations](https://ettg.eu/enhancing-coordination-between-european-donors-development-agencies-and-dfis-pdbs-insights-and-recommendations/): With the increasing reliance on development finance to mobilise resources and​ ​catalyse private sector initiatives and finance at scale for greater sustainable​ ​development impact, a parallel impetus has emerged to foster more coherence and​ ​synergy among development actors. The European Union (EU) is at the forefront of​ ​this endeavour. Collectively a major economic powerhouse, and the world’s largest​ ​provider of official development assistance (ODA), the EU is engaged in a process​ ​of combining its various tools and objectives towards achieving the Sustainable​ ​Development Goals (SDGs). A key means to realise this objective is greater coordination​ ​between donors, implementing agencies and [&hellip;]
- [The future of the EU as a global development actor](https://ettg.eu/the-future-of-the-eu-as-a-global-development-actor/): The report builds on the result of the European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) and the Elcano Royal Institute cooperation, with the support of the Spanish State Secretariat for International Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation.
- [IFAD Open Consultation Forum 2022](https://ettg.eu/ifad-open-consultation-forum-2022/): The Istituto Affari Internazionali (IAI) partnered with the Southern Voice and the European Think Tanks Group (ETTG), to organise a Public Consultation Forum with IFAD running candidates. The overall aim of the event was to bring transparency and accountability to the selection processes of IFAD leadership, by encouraging candidates' dialogue with representatives of the civil society and major stakeholders from both the Global North and South.
- [Public sector expertise: A building block for a value-based Team Europe and international partnerships](https://ettg.eu/public-sector-expertise-a-building-block-for-a-value-based-team-europe-and-international-partnerships/): UN Public Service Day has been observed on June 23 since 2002. On this day we celebrate the value of public service and the important contribution of efficient, accountable and effective public administration for achieving global development goals.
- [Guerra e sicurezza alimentare: l’Africa potrà sfamarsi da sola?](https://ettg.eu/guerra-e-sicurezza-alimentare-lafrica-potra-sfamarsi-da-sola/)
- [The EU's global crisis response: from Eurocentrism to stronger international partnerships?](https://ettg.eu/the-eus-global-crisis-response-from-eurocentrism-to-stronger-international-partnerships/): The present situation of protracted crises – climate, biodiversity, the pandemic and the war in Ukraine – and their repercussions on human wellbeing appear overwhelming. With the Green Deal, Team Europe and Global Gateway the EU has presented several ambitious initiatives to address these crises but has neglected the dialogue with its partners. Europe was under considerable (geo)political pressure to provide these responses, yet the internal discussions leading to their adoption and the time pressure meant that the dialogue with its international partners was limited in both scope and depth. This not only contradicts its aim to move away from so-called ‘donor-recipient relations’ but also jeopardises the effectiveness and sustainability of its initiatives.
- [The first European Humanitarian Forum: talk shop or game changer?](https://ettg.eu/the-first-european-humanitarian-forum-talk-shop-or-game-changer/): This commentary provides an overview of key takeaways and the aspects to keep in mind for the way forward after the first European Humanitarian Forum which took place in March 2022.
- [Ready for a common Africa-Europe future? Our reflections beyond the 6th EU-AU summit](https://ettg.eu/ready-for-a-common-africa-europe-future/): The 6th EU-AU summit, held in Brussels on 17-18 February 2022, marked an important milestone in the relationship between the European Union (EU) and the African Union (AU). After almost a year and a half of delay, the summit provided leaders of both European and African countries an opportunity to negotiate on a series of key topics that will shape the future of their relations. Additionally, the summit provided a further opening for the regional bodies and their member states to move away from an asymmetrical top-down relationship to a more vertical partnership in which both sides negotiate deals based on sound analysis, trust and mutual respect.
- [Putting Development at the Centre of G20 Policy Agenda: Lessons for the T20](https://ettg.eu/putting-development-at-the-centre-of-g20-policy-agenda-lessons-for-the-t20/): Our ETTG Coordinator Daniele Fattibene has published an IAI paper on how the Think20 (T20) can support the G20 Development Working Group (DWG) to boost the G20 legitimacy on development cooperation worldwide. The paper, that benefited from the review of ETTG members like Geert Laporte and Niels Keijzer, addresses strengths and weaknesses of the G20 DWG, providing policy recommendations on how the DWG and T20 can feed better into each other’s policy agendas, increasing their chances to influence other G20 tracks on crucial development issues such as development finance, food security or the global climate agenda.
- [Lisbon Talk: AU – EU Summit: and now what?](https://ettg.eu/lisbon-talk-au-eu-summit-and-now-what/): On the 17th and 18th of February, the African Union and the European Union convened a Summit in Brussels and approved an “Africa-Europe Investment Package of EUR 150 billion to help build more diversified, inclusive, sustainable and resilient economies”. Is this Summit a turning point in the reciprocal relationship or is it a mere improvement of the usual kind of relations? To what extent is it an answer to strategic and concrete moves from other powers, namely China?
- [Social justice also means vaccine justice. Achieving globally equitable vaccine supply.](https://ettg.eu/social-justice-also-means-vaccine-justice-achieving-globally-equitable-vaccine-supply/): One year after COVID-19 vaccines were introduced, high-income countries are securing themselves the majority of the vaccines. The vaccine supplies of many low-income countries are not even sufficient to cover their most vulnerable population groups. While the vaccination rate for most high-income countries is above 70%, the rate for African nations currently stands at 11%.
- [Africa’s transition from a provider to a key actor of the global energy transition](https://ettg.eu/africas-transition-from-a-provider-to-a-key-actor-of-the-global-energy-transition/): Innovation for the energy transition is given a prominent role in the green recovery action plan for Africa and the European Union’s Green Deal, with both continents seeking the transformation of their economies to tackle both climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic impacts while improving wellbeing of the population. There are many points of overlap between the two continents’ official agendas. But there are also many open questions and potential tensions especially around: access to energy for sustainable and inclusive industrial development; maintaining competitive value chain; addressing trade barriers; promoting knowledge transfer while protecting intellectual property rights; using gas, and promoting hydrogen. If well-managed, innovation for the energy transition can act as catalyst for a shared prosperity for the two continents. This blogpost was written by the members of the Ukama Platform’s steering committee ahead of the European Union-Africa Union Summit.
- [Green transformation in Africa-Europe relations:​ ​linking energy and adaptation with economic transformation](https://ettg.eu/green-transformation-in-africa-europe-relations-linking-energy-and-adaptation-with-economic-transformation/): This report is the outcome of a partnership initiative launched in 2021 by the European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) and the Africa-based Institute for Security Studies (ISS) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Our initiative seeks to advance Africa-Europe relations in the run up to the 6th EU-AU summit in Brussels (17-18 February 2022) and contribute to effective follow-up and implementation of the decisions taken there. Key messages Read the full paper&nbsp;here. Authors:&nbsp;Elisabeth Hege,&nbsp;Damien Barchiche&nbsp;and&nbsp;Sébastien Treyer&nbsp;(IDDRI). Acknowledgements:&nbsp;The authors wish to thank Aimee-Noel Mbiyozo (ISS Africa), Charles Nyandiga (UNDP), Geert Laporte (ETTG) and Daniele Fattibene (ETTG) for reviewing the report. The [&hellip;]
- [<strong>Laying the foundation for a solid AU–EU partnership&nbsp;</strong>](https://ettg.eu/ettg-joint-communique-for-the-6th-au-eu-summit/): European Think Tanks Group (ETTG), the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) joined forces to analyse divergences and seek consensus between the AU and the EU on key issues in the partnership. Drawing on roundtable discussions with experts from Africa and Europe, the group produced a series of policy briefs with proposals to strengthen the partnership between Africa and the EU on green transformation and climate change; economic development and trade; and participatory governance, peace and security. The briefs draw on contributions from more than 70 leading African and European independent experts, knowledge centres and think tanks that contributed reflections and suggested concrete policy recommendations. 
- [IAI/ETTG webinar "Financing for the Sustainable Development Goals" - recorded video](https://ettg.eu/iai-ettg-webinar-financing-for-the-sustainable-development-goals-recorded-video/): Ensuring adequate access to sustainable development finance was already a fundamental challenge prior to the pandemic and will be an even more pressing imperative in the future, as the most vulnerable economies scramble to recover from the COVID-19 shock and cope with the escalating impacts of climate change.
- [Beyond business as usual: Igniting the AU-EU partnership on peace, security and governance](https://ettg.eu/beyond-business-as-usual-igniting-the-au-eu-partnership-on-peace-security-and-governance/): This report is the outcome of a partnership initiative launched in 2021 by the European Think Tanks Group (ETTG) and the Africa-based Institute for Security Studies (ISS), with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Our initiative seeks to advance Africa-Europe relations in the run up to the 6th EU-AU summit in Brussels (17-18 February 2022) and contribute to effective follow-up and implementation of the decisions taken there. Key messages Read the full paper&nbsp;here. Author:&nbsp;Bernardo Venturi&nbsp;(IAI) Acknowledgements: The author wishes to thank Ottilia Maunganidze (ISS), Jide Okeke (UNDP), Geert Laporte (ETTG), Daniele Fattibene (ETTG), Lidet Tadesse Shiferaw (ECDPM) [&hellip;]
- [The sixth EU-AU Summit: Partners in therapy?](https://ettg.eu/the-sixth-eu-au-summit-partners-in-therapy/): Summits are an inevitable part of the international relations game. But each and every time they end up in disappointments because expectations were too high or longstanding frustrations and irritants on both sides were not openly addressed. To break with this pattern, the partnership should move from an asymmetrical top-down relationship to a more horizontal partnership where both parties negotiate deals on the basis of trust and mutual respect.
- [Strengthening the AU-EU partnership on the economic development and trade agenda](https://ettg.eu/strengthening-the-au-eu-partnership-on-the-economic-development-and-trade-agenda/): This brief identifies some of the shared priorities between Africa and the European Union (EU) as well as challenges in their partnership as it currently stands. It also suggests concrete ways forward to strengthen the economic development and trade agenda of the AU-EU cooperation and gives policy recommendations towards a more effective partnership.
- [Fixing UN financing: a Pandora’s box the World Health Organization should open](https://ettg.eu/fixing-un-financing-a-pandoras-box-the-world-health-organization-should-open/): In a context of existential transnational challenges and growing inter-state rivalries, we need well-financed, universal multilateralism that can set global rules and norms, drive forward action, and sidestep the tendency for money and military might to buy global influence. The WHO Executive Board now has an opportunity not only to reinvigorate its own organisation, but also to advance a discussion on how the entire UN system can be placed on a stronger, more financially sustainable footing. Passing up this moment out of fear of the implications for member state fiscal obligations to the wider UN system would be both unfortunate and short-sighted.
- [Vaccine hesitancy as a global challenge - Why rebuilding trust in governments is key to end COVID-19](https://ettg.eu/vaccine-hesitancy-as-a-global-challenge-why-rebuilding-trust-in-governments-is-key-to-end-covid-19/): Rejection of the jab from parts of the population remains a challenge for achieving increased immunisation coverage and, consequently, the end of the pandemic. Because vaccine hesitancy is largely driven by lack of trust in governments, rebuilding trust in governments is essential for a successful global vaccination campaign. Trust is an essential attribute of social cohesion and socially cohesive societies are more resilient during crisis. The current one is certainly not the last we will face.

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