In the last episode of the year of the EU Policy Pulse podcast, we look back at a year characterised by volatility, political shifts, budgetary pressures, and important steps forward in Europe’s defence ambitions. As 2025 comes to a close, our experts unpack the forces that shaped the EU this year—and what these developments signal for the year ahead.

Listen to our latest episode of The Policy Pulse, where weunpack how gender perspectives are shaping crisis response in Europe.

Listen to our latest episode of The Policy Pulse, where we unpack how shifting priorities in Washington are reshaping the transatlantic economic landscape.

Listen to our latest episode of Policy Pulse, where we discuss expected upcoming changes to the CBAM and future global challenges that require a policy response from the EU.

Listen to our latest episode of The Policy Pulse, where we delve into the European Union’s Critical Medicines Act; how it aims to strengthen supply chain resilience, boost European production of essential medicines, and reduce dependency on third countries.

Listen to our third episode of the Policy Pulse, in which we explore the European Commission's Omnibus Package, highlighting the balance between regulatory efficiency and sustainability, the impact of reduced due diligence and reporting thresholds, and strategic advice for businesses navigating evolving EU regulations.

Listen to our second episode of the Policy Pulse in which we explore the EU's competitiveness strategy, focusing on the role of competition policy in fostering European champions and the challenges around balancing regulation and deregulation amid global economic shifts.

Tune into our first episode of the Policy Pulse where we introduce our hosts and cover what's top of mind for them in the near year. 

Check out the Electoral Pulse’s final episode where Anne-Sophie and Hans Hack discuss the outcomes of the European Commissioner hearings and what that means for the future mandate and engaging in the EU.

Check out the Electoral Pulse’s newest episode where Anne-Sophie and Dafni Skouteli discuss the European Commissioner hearings happening in November.