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European perspectives – Regional actions. Cooperation and expertise since 1953. Promoting good neighbourly relations in the Danube Region, CEE, SEE & Europe
February 4, 2026 at 1:09 PM
2026 has kicked off — and so has IDM! 💪 Here’s a quick look at our January activities. Stay up to date with what we’ve been working on. 🔍
February 2, 2026 at 9:20 AM
2026 has kicked off — and so has IDM! 💪 Here’s a quick look at our January activities. Stay up to date with what we’ve been working on. 🔍
Die Wachaubahn gilt als touristisches Juwel in der UNESCO-Welterbelandschaft der Wachau. 🚞
Christian Hanus zeigt in seinem #IDMBlog-Artikel auf, wie die Bahn einst Wirtschaft, Fremdenverkehr und lokale Entwicklung belebte und dabei von Beginn an Landschafts- und Denkmalschutz berücksichtigte.
Christian Hanus zeigt in seinem #IDMBlog-Artikel auf, wie die Bahn einst Wirtschaft, Fremdenverkehr und lokale Entwicklung belebte und dabei von Beginn an Landschafts- und Denkmalschutz berücksichtigte.
January 28, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Die Wachaubahn gilt als touristisches Juwel in der UNESCO-Welterbelandschaft der Wachau. 🚞
Christian Hanus zeigt in seinem #IDMBlog-Artikel auf, wie die Bahn einst Wirtschaft, Fremdenverkehr und lokale Entwicklung belebte und dabei von Beginn an Landschafts- und Denkmalschutz berücksichtigte.
Christian Hanus zeigt in seinem #IDMBlog-Artikel auf, wie die Bahn einst Wirtschaft, Fremdenverkehr und lokale Entwicklung belebte und dabei von Beginn an Landschafts- und Denkmalschutz berücksichtigte.
Verstehen Sie den Donauraum als Raum internationaler Kooperation oder als Projektionsfläche der Imagination?
Von der historischen Entwicklung der Flusspolitik über koloniale Konstruktion bis hin zu geopoetischem Denken ist diesmal alles dabei:
Von der historischen Entwicklung der Flusspolitik über koloniale Konstruktion bis hin zu geopoetischem Denken ist diesmal alles dabei:
January 26, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Verstehen Sie den Donauraum als Raum internationaler Kooperation oder als Projektionsfläche der Imagination?
Von der historischen Entwicklung der Flusspolitik über koloniale Konstruktion bis hin zu geopoetischem Denken ist diesmal alles dabei:
Von der historischen Entwicklung der Flusspolitik über koloniale Konstruktion bis hin zu geopoetischem Denken ist diesmal alles dabei:
#IDMBlog
Am seidenen Faden: China und die Verkehrspolitik auf dem Westbalkan
China baut seine Präsenz auf dem Westbalkan mit prestigeträchtigen Infrastrukturprojekten massiv aus.
Am seidenen Faden: China und die Verkehrspolitik auf dem Westbalkan
China baut seine Präsenz auf dem Westbalkan mit prestigeträchtigen Infrastrukturprojekten massiv aus.
January 22, 2026 at 1:18 PM
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Am seidenen Faden: China und die Verkehrspolitik auf dem Westbalkan
China baut seine Präsenz auf dem Westbalkan mit prestigeträchtigen Infrastrukturprojekten massiv aus.
Am seidenen Faden: China und die Verkehrspolitik auf dem Westbalkan
China baut seine Präsenz auf dem Westbalkan mit prestigeträchtigen Infrastrukturprojekten massiv aus.
If you don’t have plans for this evening, join us for a panel discussion on the Hungarian parliamentary elections. 🇭🇺
Find out more via this link: www.idm.at/events/panel...
Find out more via this link: www.idm.at/events/panel...
January 19, 2026 at 11:06 AM
If you don’t have plans for this evening, join us for a panel discussion on the Hungarian parliamentary elections. 🇭🇺
Find out more via this link: www.idm.at/events/panel...
Find out more via this link: www.idm.at/events/panel...
📢 A new IDM publication!
🌍 Liberal democracy is under pressure worldwide, but is “illiberal damage” the same everywhere?
🌍 Liberal democracy is under pressure worldwide, but is “illiberal damage” the same everywhere?
January 15, 2026 at 1:57 PM
📢 A new IDM publication!
🌍 Liberal democracy is under pressure worldwide, but is “illiberal damage” the same everywhere?
🌍 Liberal democracy is under pressure worldwide, but is “illiberal damage” the same everywhere?
There are several possible scenarios for Hungary’s 2026 elections, but which one is the most likely? 📊
IDM held an international workshop on possible outcomes for the country’s forthcoming parliamentary elections.
IDM held an international workshop on possible outcomes for the country’s forthcoming parliamentary elections.
January 15, 2026 at 12:32 PM
There are several possible scenarios for Hungary’s 2026 elections, but which one is the most likely? 📊
IDM held an international workshop on possible outcomes for the country’s forthcoming parliamentary elections.
IDM held an international workshop on possible outcomes for the country’s forthcoming parliamentary elections.
We are looking for a Research Assistant (20 hours/week)!
For more information visit www.idm.at/jobs/
For more information visit www.idm.at/jobs/
January 14, 2026 at 9:50 AM
We are looking for a Research Assistant (20 hours/week)!
For more information visit www.idm.at/jobs/
For more information visit www.idm.at/jobs/
2026 will be a decisive year for the future of Europe. How can we ensure progress towards Ukraine’s EU accession?
In our latest policy paper, Grigorij Mesežnikov analyses the process so far and what role the Visegrad countries can play in supporting this endeavour.
👉 www.idm.at/en/idm-pps-1...
In our latest policy paper, Grigorij Mesežnikov analyses the process so far and what role the Visegrad countries can play in supporting this endeavour.
👉 www.idm.at/en/idm-pps-1...
January 7, 2026 at 1:41 PM
2026 will be a decisive year for the future of Europe. How can we ensure progress towards Ukraine’s EU accession?
In our latest policy paper, Grigorij Mesežnikov analyses the process so far and what role the Visegrad countries can play in supporting this endeavour.
👉 www.idm.at/en/idm-pps-1...
In our latest policy paper, Grigorij Mesežnikov analyses the process so far and what role the Visegrad countries can play in supporting this endeavour.
👉 www.idm.at/en/idm-pps-1...
We say goodbye and a big thank you to our trainee Faustine BOUDAUD for her great support over the past four months! Merci beaucoup! Faustine has shown a great versatility and supported the team with tasks ranging from event organisation and research to social media management. ✨
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December 19, 2025 at 1:37 PM
We say goodbye and a big thank you to our trainee Faustine BOUDAUD for her great support over the past four months! Merci beaucoup! Faustine has shown a great versatility and supported the team with tasks ranging from event organisation and research to social media management. ✨
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On 28 December, #Kosovo will elect a new #parliament after efforts to form a government following the February elections failed.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:47 AM
On 28 December, #Kosovo will elect a new #parliament after efforts to form a government following the February elections failed.
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At IDM, we regularly organize meetings with other organisations from the region to exchange, learn about each other's work and explore opportunities for collaboration. This December, we were delighted to host two insightful meetings about EU integration and cross-border cooperation.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:29 PM
At IDM, we regularly organize meetings with other organisations from the region to exchange, learn about each other's work and explore opportunities for collaboration. This December, we were delighted to host two insightful meetings about EU integration and cross-border cooperation.
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Dear followers! Once again this year, our team recommends you movies and TV series to watch this winter. 🎥 ❄️
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December 16, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Dear followers! Once again this year, our team recommends you movies and TV series to watch this winter. 🎥 ❄️
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We say goodbye and a big thank you to our trainee William Einem for his great support over the past three months! From research and event organisation to moderating a panel discussion, William has contributed with initiative, adaptability and and fresh perspectives. ✨
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December 12, 2025 at 11:49 AM
We say goodbye and a big thank you to our trainee William Einem for his great support over the past three months! From research and event organisation to moderating a panel discussion, William has contributed with initiative, adaptability and and fresh perspectives. ✨
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Last week, the IDM held its annual conference, marking the think tank's 72nd anniversary. Hosted by the House of the European Union, the event focused on the efforts and changes required for the EU enlargement process, both by the candidate countries and Member States.
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December 11, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Last week, the IDM held its annual conference, marking the think tank's 72nd anniversary. Hosted by the House of the European Union, the event focused on the efforts and changes required for the EU enlargement process, both by the candidate countries and Member States.
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On 4 December 2025, the #European Commission published its Commission Implementing Decision that approves #Bosnia and Herzegovina's #ReformAgenda for the Reform and Growth Facility for the Western Balkans.
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December 11, 2025 at 8:55 AM
On 4 December 2025, the #European Commission published its Commission Implementing Decision that approves #Bosnia and Herzegovina's #ReformAgenda for the Reform and Growth Facility for the Western Balkans.
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Last Friday, the IDM had the pleasure of hosting a deeply moving presentation on the book "Looking at Women, Looking at War – A War and Justice Diary".
The book was initiated by the Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina, who tragically lost her life in a Russian missile strike in 2023.
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The book was initiated by the Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina, who tragically lost her life in a Russian missile strike in 2023.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Last Friday, the IDM had the pleasure of hosting a deeply moving presentation on the book "Looking at Women, Looking at War – A War and Justice Diary".
The book was initiated by the Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina, who tragically lost her life in a Russian missile strike in 2023.
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The book was initiated by the Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina, who tragically lost her life in a Russian missile strike in 2023.
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🎉 The IDM turns 72! Happy birthday!
Did you know this makes us one of the oldest think tanks in the German-speaking world? If you’d like to learn more about our long history, check out our website!
www.idm.at/exhibition_7...
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Did you know this makes us one of the oldest think tanks in the German-speaking world? If you’d like to learn more about our long history, check out our website!
www.idm.at/exhibition_7...
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70 Years of IDM - IDM
www.idm.at
December 5, 2025 at 12:33 PM
🎉 The IDM turns 72! Happy birthday!
Did you know this makes us one of the oldest think tanks in the German-speaking world? If you’d like to learn more about our long history, check out our website!
www.idm.at/exhibition_7...
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Did you know this makes us one of the oldest think tanks in the German-speaking world? If you’d like to learn more about our long history, check out our website!
www.idm.at/exhibition_7...
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This exhibition may not put you in a Christmas mood, but it will move you deeply. It reveals the reality that millions of Ukrainians face every day as they struggle to sustain their lives.
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December 5, 2025 at 12:23 PM
This exhibition may not put you in a Christmas mood, but it will move you deeply. It reveals the reality that millions of Ukrainians face every day as they struggle to sustain their lives.
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On 20 November, as part of our Ambassador Talks series, IDM had the pleasure of hosting a discussion with H.E. Victoria Rosa, Ambassador of the Republic of #Moldova to Austria and Permanent Representative of the Republic of Moldova to the OSCE and other International Organizations in Vienna.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:01 PM
On 20 November, as part of our Ambassador Talks series, IDM had the pleasure of hosting a discussion with H.E. Victoria Rosa, Ambassador of the Republic of #Moldova to Austria and Permanent Representative of the Republic of Moldova to the OSCE and other International Organizations in Vienna.
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A series of events await this December! ❄️
Join us for a wide range of discussions, lectures and expert talks on developments in our region.
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Join us for a wide range of discussions, lectures and expert talks on developments in our region.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:32 PM
A series of events await this December! ❄️
Join us for a wide range of discussions, lectures and expert talks on developments in our region.
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Join us for a wide range of discussions, lectures and expert talks on developments in our region.
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You may be aware of IDM's work, but do you know about the team’s extra activities? Here are some highlights from this month 👇
🔹 Sebastian Schäffer & Sophia Beiter contributed a comment for @diepressecom.bsky.social on the long-term consequences of Germany's extension of border controls.
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🔹 Sebastian Schäffer & Sophia Beiter contributed a comment for @diepressecom.bsky.social on the long-term consequences of Germany's extension of border controls.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:12 PM
You may be aware of IDM's work, but do you know about the team’s extra activities? Here are some highlights from this month 👇
🔹 Sebastian Schäffer & Sophia Beiter contributed a comment for @diepressecom.bsky.social on the long-term consequences of Germany's extension of border controls.
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🔹 Sebastian Schäffer & Sophia Beiter contributed a comment for @diepressecom.bsky.social on the long-term consequences of Germany's extension of border controls.
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🤝 This month we had many meetings at the IDM, including two highlights.
The first was with @schmidinger.bsky.social, managing director of the Europa Forum Wachau, to discuss the upcoming Donau Salon. We are delighted about this continued cooperation!
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The first was with @schmidinger.bsky.social, managing director of the Europa Forum Wachau, to discuss the upcoming Donau Salon. We are delighted about this continued cooperation!
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November 27, 2025 at 11:15 AM
🤝 This month we had many meetings at the IDM, including two highlights.
The first was with @schmidinger.bsky.social, managing director of the Europa Forum Wachau, to discuss the upcoming Donau Salon. We are delighted about this continued cooperation!
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The first was with @schmidinger.bsky.social, managing director of the Europa Forum Wachau, to discuss the upcoming Donau Salon. We are delighted about this continued cooperation!
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