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    <title>A new geopolitical positioning of South Africa: Strategies for a modern "Swing State"</title>
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    <description>Title: A new geopolitical positioning of South Africa: Strategies for a modern "Swing State"
Authors: Wrobel, Ralph
Abstract: The evolving geopolitical landscape has placed South Africa at a crossroads, torn between its historical ties to the West and its growing relationships with BRICS+ nations, particularly China and Russia. The country's recent political shift, marked by the African National Congress (ANC) losing its parliamentary majority, has intensified debates over its international alignment. As a "Global Swing State," South Africa must navigate a complex global order by balancing cooperation with both power blocs-mainly Europe and China-while maintaining independence. A pragmatic foreign policy-one that prioritises economic development, democratic stability, and institutional reform- will be crucial in positioning South Africa as a bridge between the Global South and the West.</description>
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    <title>Rethinking strategic resilience through urban mobility: A conceptual model of Homo Urbanus Mobilitatis Sustinens (HUMS) and the geo-economic autonomy of the European Union</title>
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    <description>Title: Rethinking strategic resilience through urban mobility: A conceptual model of Homo Urbanus Mobilitatis Sustinens (HUMS) and the geo-economic autonomy of the European Union
Authors: Paradowska, Monika
Abstract: In light of growing geopolitical volatility, the energy transition, and rapid digitalization, urban mobility emerges as a critical vector of the European Union's strategic resilience. This article presents the Homo Urbanus Mobilitatis Sustinens (HUMS) model as a novel conceptual framework that integrates behavioural and geo-economic dimensions of resilience. Grounded in systems thinking and behavioural public policy, HUMS redefines mobility practices as forms of behavioural capital - a systemic resource that underpins Europe's open strategic autonomy. By extending resilience theory beyond technological infrastructures, the model positions mobility as a cognitive, social, and institutional process of adaptive learning within complex socio-technical systems. Developed through conceptual synthesis and informed by empirical insights from the NCN MINIATURA 6 project (2022-2023), HUMS links micro-, meso-, and macro-levels of analysis. As a normative and diagnostic tool, it offers a foundation for designing urban mobility policies where behavioural, infrastructural, and governance components coalesce to advance behavioural sovereignty and long-term adaptive capacity in the EU.</description>
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    <title>Ensuring energy security of Armenia in a multipolar world: New tendencies and opportunities</title>
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    <description>Title: Ensuring energy security of Armenia in a multipolar world: New tendencies and opportunities
Authors: Avetisyan, Artur
Abstract: Energy-sector challenges have shaped international relations since early history, making energy a key component of geopolitics. Understanding current global and regional energy and economic trends is therefore essential. Armenia, like many European Union countries, faces significant challenges in ensuring energy and economic security. Given its geographic position and self-sufficiency in electricity generation, alongside its growing export potential, Armenia can play an important role in regional energy security and stability. The country also has strong potential in renewable energy and is a regional leader in new renewables, though this potential has not yet been fully realized. Unsettled relations with Turkey and Azerbaijan, as well as infrastructure constraints with Georgia and Iran, limit Armenia's opportunities. Nevertheless, improving ties with European and Asian partners enhance Armenia's strategic role along the North-South axis. This article examines new development trends, reassesses challenges and opportunities, and evaluates Armenia's potential to act as a regional bridge for energy and economic cooperation.</description>
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    <title>Hydrogen engines as a building block of European energy autonomy: Acceptance factors and political decisions</title>
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    <description>Title: Hydrogen engines as a building block of European energy autonomy: Acceptance factors and political decisions
Authors: Meitz, J.; Faude, D.; Strauch, Lisa; Kämpf, V. I.; Gläß, Michaela; Walther, Ulrich
Abstract: The European Union has set forth an objective to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and external supply chains. Hydrogen technologies are regarded as a pivotal element in achieving a sustainable and resilient energy supply. Despite the prioritization of hydrogen-powered fuel cells in numerous strategies, hydrogen combustion engines also offer promising opportunities, particularly with regard to heavy-duty applications and industrial processes. The successful deployment of this technology hinges upon its societal acceptance. The present paper analyzes, on the basis of empirical studies, the determinants influencing the acceptance of hydrogen engines in various societal and economic contexts. In doing so, it takes into account the political, infrastructural, and technological framework conditions. Additionally, the paper explores the potential contributions of the promotion of hydrogen engines to the European Union's strategic autonomy in the energy sector. Finally, policy recommendations have been formulated to support broader societal acceptance and the economic implementation of this technology.</description>
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