
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER | February 2025
Welcome to the February edition of the European Student Think Tank monthly newsletter – dedicated to sharing the relevant news and updates, publications, events, positions and opportunities from the EST.
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NEWS & UPDATES
๐ข New Publication: America First 2.0

This month, we released a special issue: America First 2.0 โ The New Trump Administration and the Next Four Years.
This publication examines the potential global impact of Donald Trumpโs re-election, exploring shifts in alliances, trade policies, and institutional dynamics.
Through a collection of expert analyses, we assess what the next four years could mean for international relations, global governance, and domestic politics.
๐ READ IT NOW: CLICK HERE
๐European Policy Prize โ Thank You!

A huge thank you to everyone who submitted their policy briefs for the European Policy Prize!
Your insights and ideas are invaluable in shaping the future of European policymaking.
๐จStay tuned – winners will be announced in mid-March!
PUBLICATIONS & ARTICLES
๐ Our ARTICLES
Find here a list of our latest articles.
Click on the ๐links to read the complete publications๐โ๏ธ!

- โThe Future of EU-NATO Relations: The Role of Northern Europe After The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine โ, written by: Andrea Campo
- ๐ READ IT HERE
- Who Is To Blame For Todayโs Russia: A Review Of Russiaโs Democratization Process In The 1990s And The Role Of Foreign And National Actors โ, written by: Nicolรกs Feal
- ๐ READ IT HERE
๐ Visual Insights: Trade

Our researchers have been busy creating infographics to break down key global developments and affairs.
This week, weโre focusing on trade – exploring the latest trends, policies, and impacts shaping the global economy.
Check them out now:
๐ Trade relations between the EU and China
๐ Uncovering the new EU-MERCOSUR deal
EVENTS
Past event: 25th Feb 6pm CET, Zoom
From Awareness to Action: Understanding and Critiquing the role of International Law in Palestine
๐ Link: HERE

Upcoming event: March 6th, at 7 PM CET, Zoom
Research and activism on migration issues: towards strategic alliances or dangerous liaisons
๐ Link to register: HERE

Upcoming event: March 8th, at TIME TBC, Zoom
ESTโs International Womenโs Day event celebrating women in leadership
๐ Link to register: will be available soon!

See you next month, ESTers! ๐