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EU: From Soft to Hard Power? - Discussion with Goran Buldioski
As the liberal world order weakens and Russia’s aggression in Ukraine persists, Europe must shift from soft to hard power to protect its democracies. This requires bolstering military strength and public resolve amid rising threats, with mainstream parties adapting their strategies. Public opinion polls expose a harsh truth: only one in three Europeans is willing to fight for their country, with youth showing the greatest reluctance. Pro-democratic parties must respond decisively. Ricardo Silvestre (Movimento Liberal Social) talks to Goran Buldioski, co-author of ELF's Policy Paper 'From Soft…
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