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Moldova's EU dream faces a tough test: The unresolved issue of Transnistria

14 October 2024

Moldova is now firmly on the path to European Union membership, but the breakaway region of Transnistria remains a significant roadblock. A recent policy brief, published in October 2024, explores how Transnistria's economy, though influenced by Russia, is deeply connected to Moldova and the EU.

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New report | Russia's economy faces growing imbalances as war effort drains resources

01 October 2024

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Call for papers | The next era of climate policies: Alternatives to carbon pricing

30 September 2024

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Russia’s growing influence in Africa: Why it matters for the continent’s future

25 September 2024

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SITE welcomes Christine Bäckström and Henrik Borelius as new board members

19 September 2024

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Innovation Day | Where challenges transform into practical solutions

Venue: Aula (room A124). Address: Bertil Ohlins Gata 4, Stockholm at 13:30 CET

Innovation Day | Where challenges transform into practical solutions

Venue: Aula (room A124). Address: Bertil Ohlins Gata 4, Stockholm at 13:30 CET

SITE Seminar with Reka Juhasz

Room A750, at the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) at 17:00 CET

Workshop | The next era of climate policies: Alternatives to carbon pricing

Venue TBA at 09:00 CET

Seminar | Investing in Ukraine’s future

Venue: Aula (room A124). Address: Bertil Ohlins Gata 4, Stockholm at 16:00 CET

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