The Global Gateway initiative purports to address investment gaps in the Global South. The initiative was conceived to bolster the EU’s global influence, positioning itself as an...
Talking Development Episode 9: Rebuilding our economy for people and the planet with Fatima Ihihi
If you were to think about what makes a business successful today, what comes to your mind? Profit, sure. But, what else? Have you ever thought about the role sustainability and...
Postcards from the future
Let’s imagine for a moment that we’ve reached the middle of the century. It’s 2050, and the world looks very different. In the pivotal year of 2020, we forged a path to a more equal future. A future which works for all, a future where people live in harmony with nature, a future where everyone has a say, and a future full of opportunities.
Busting global sustainable economy jargon
Do you know the difference between a green economy and a feminist economy? Confused by acronyms like CSR and RBC? And what are Business and Human Rights Guiding Principles...
Joint letter: Foreign Affairs Council meeting on 26 November 2018
Ahead of the Foreign Affairs Council on 26 November 2018, this joint letter shares some of the main concerns about the private sector instruments proposed in the draft...
Informal Foreign Affairs Council meeting on 14 September 2018
Ahead of the Informal Foreign Affairs Council on 14 September 2018, this letter raises crucial issues and suggests recommendations regarding the Heading VI: Neighbourhood and the...
10 areas to consider in the NDICI regulation: the European Fund for Sustainable Development plus (EFSD+) in the MFF 2021-2027
The European Commission’s proposal for the Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI) includes provisions about the EFSD+ in the preamble...
Speaking points: DEVE Committee meeting
CONCORD Europe was invited to speak during the DEVE Committee meeting on 16 May, 2018 under the agenda point “Multi-annual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2021-2027: what does it...