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 systemâs staunchest supporterâstruggles to adapt its strategy and shape
By Daniele Fattibene, ETTG Coordinator | July 25, 2025 Introduction: The MFF as a Geopolitical Barometer The European Union’s Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) is more than a budget: it not only marks the EU’s political priorities, but also its level of ambition to be a truly global player. With the
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 â representing UN member countries, multilateral organisations, the business sector, civil society organisations, think tanks, academia and other experts â gathered
In today’s fragmented global landscape, where polarisation increasingly dominates discourse, evidence-based analysis has never been more critical. Contemporary challengesâfrom climate change and energy transition to food safety, inequality, fragility and securityârequire bold policy actions, in addition to political will. They also demand rigorous research and informed dialogue across continents. The
Published on March 31, 2025 Our latest policy brief is authored by Sabrine Emran (PCNS), Hanne Knaepen (ECDPM), and Larabi JaĂŻdi (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’s escalating
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.