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The Socio-Economic Ripple Effects of the War in Ukraine: Perspectives from Poland as an EU Member State and Central and Eastern European Country
Dr. Aranka Ignasiak-Szulc
Faculty of Economic Sciences and Management, Vice Dean for International Relations | Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Poland
Tuesday, Jan 28 2025, 5 PM | Zoom

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Explore the Strategic and Socio-Economic Dimensions of the Ukraine War Through the Lens of Central and Eastern Europe!

This lecture delves into the far-reaching socio-economic ripple effects of the war in Ukraine, with a focus on Poland as a regional leader in Central and Eastern Europe and a pivotal player within the European Union. It will explore the response of the EU and CEE to economic challenges, the management of the refugee crisis, and Poland’s influence on EU policies, also related to security and energy diversification.

Additionally, the lecture highlights Poland’s strategic partnership with the United States, emphasizing its role as a key NATO ally and a critical bridge between Europe and America in addressing the war’s geopolitical challenges.

Why Attend?
This lecture offers U.S. students a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of:
· The socio-economic dynamics of Central and Eastern Europe, a region directly impacted by the war.
· Poland’s dual role as a European Union leader and a trusted ally of the United States.
· How historical, cultural, and geopolitical factors shape contemporary policies in the region.

Join us to uncover how the war in Ukraine has reshaped Central and Eastern Europe’s role on the global stage and what it means for transatlantic relations in an interconnected world.

1. Economic and Social Impacts in the CEE Content:
- examination of the war’s impact on economies in Central and Eastern Europe, focusing on economic performance, rising energy costs, inflation, and trade disruption.
- Poland’s leadership role in managing the refugee crisis and its socio-economic challenges.

2. Poland’s Role as a Regional Leader in the EU Content:
- Poland’s influence in shaping EU responses to the war, including sanctions on Russia, humanitarian aid, and energy security policies.
- Poland’s contribution to EU solidarity and its balancing act between national interests and European unity.

3. Geopolitical Significance of the CEE and its Role in Transatlantic Relations Content:
- Poland’s strengthened partnership with the United States and its role as a key NATO ally in the region.
- The broader implications of U.S. - Polish collaboration for transatlantic security and global geopolitical stability.

4. Future Perspectives: Reconstruction and Energy Transformation Content:
- Central and Eastern Europe’s potential to play a leading role in post-war reconstruction efforts in Ukraine.
- The region’s transition toward energy independence and the challenges of reducing reliance on Russian energy sources.
 

Tuesday, Jan 28 2025, 5 PM
Online (Zoom)
FREE | Must RSVP at: https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/cwe/rsvp-socio-economic-ripple-effects-war-uk…