Michael Keating

Ahead of the Munich Security Conference: Dehumanisation and the Importance of Dialogue for Security <p>The annual Munich Security Conference rarely fails to deliver geopolitical fireworks, though in terms of political […]</p>

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Investing in Peace: The role of dialogue and conflict mediation in ensuring Europe’s security <p>On Tuesday 4 November, the European Institute of Peace co-hosted a high-level roundtable at the European […]</p>

On Tuesday, together with @barryandrewsmep.bsky.social @berghoffnd.bsky.social and CMI - Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, the Institute hosted a high-level roundtable at the European Parliament to make the case for investing in peacemaking in the EU’s next MFF: bit.ly/3JiP54o

This is a significant piece of work. Lessons learned including from local actors re barriers to and practical recommendations for meaningful participation by women in peace & conflict resolution. Timely too, given the reduced space & funding for inclusive approaches #WPS #UNSCR1325

Very good question.

La importancia de Nariño, y Colombia, para Europa <p>Este artículo también está disponible en inglés/This article is also available in English. Durante décadas, Nariño […]</p>

En junio, Luis Alfonso Escobar, Gobernador de Nariño, se reunió con instituciones vascas y de la UE para presentar los avances y recabar apoyo a los esfuerzos de paz y transformación territorial del departamento, estratégicos para Colombia y América Latina: www.eip.org/la-importanc...

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Enjoyed being a guest on this show to talk about peace, conflict resolution, Paris, AI & much else along with philosopher AC Grayling, writer Peter Godwin podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/m...

An engaging discussion @sipri on pathways out of the unfolding catastrophe. Ending the violence against civilians and meeting urgent needs are priorities; this requires more responsible international engagement, and more coherent & supported mediation to define a political roadmap.

Canada election 2025: What the manifestos say on nature, energy and climate - Carbon Brief On 28 April, Canadians will go to the polls to vote for the next prime minister.

Interesting analysis … www.carbonbrief.org/canada-elect...

It was great to welcome @eurpeace.bsky.social @eipkeating.bsky.social to Lisbon last week

📣a loud voice for the importance of #Europe stepping up on #dialogue & #mediation

Now more than ever!

Doge breaks into US Institute of Peace building after White House guts board Remaining members of board – Pete Hegseth, Marco Rubio and Peter Garvin – fire president of independent non-profit

This is shocking news. USIP plays such an important role in conflict prevention and resolution, one needed now more than ever

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Reimagining Syria: A Roadmap for Peace and Prosperity Beyond Assad As a joint initiative between the Middle East Institute, the Atlantic Council and the European Institute of Peace, the Syria Strategy Project (SSP) has sought to bridge gaps between the U.S., Europe a...

On Thursday 13/03 our Senior Advisor Marie Forestier will present the outcome of extensive consultations by the Syria Strategy Project (SSP), a joint initiative by the European Institute of Peace, the Middle East Institute and @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social.

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🆕The latest episode of the podcast dives into the complex relationship between conflict, climate change and the environment in Yemen and what recent cuts in foreign aid mean for projects and programming w/ @omeisy.bsky.social (@eurpeace.bsky.social) & @sineadbarry.bsky.social
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In an increasingly transactional world, can business play a constructive role in conflict prevention and resolution? Some thoughts from our Executive Director @eipkeating.bsky.social after his conversation with DRC President Félix Tshisekedi at @munsecconf.bsky.social: www.eip.org/conflict-res...

In December 2024, our team concluded a series of meetings to discuss environmental governance and explore potential pathways for environmental dialogue and cooperation in Yemen. Read more about the results here: www.eip.org/exploring-th....

At last week’s @munsecconf.bsky.social we organised, together with @apcoworldwide.bsky.social, a discussion on the role that the private sector can play in shaping peace and security, exploring the intersection of business and conflict resolution. Read more here:
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Peace in pieces: catalysing smart approaches to conflict resolution at the Munich Security Conference <p>The annual Munich Security Conference is rarely without drama. Last year, the news broke of Alexei […]</p>

Expectations pre-Munich that the gathering would be eventful were surpassed. We are in a new world of deals www.eip.org/peace-in-pie...

Mediation should matter for the incoming European Commission These steps would strengthen the incoming Commission’s standing as a principled and capable agent for peace in an increasingly polarised and insecure world, Michael Keating writes.

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Allow me to present for your reading pleasure, my new book, ‘Exit Wounds: A Story of Love, Loss and Occasional Wars.’ Let me know what you make of it…