Helena Rantanen

We used to say that by 2050 we would have flying cars, underlining the expectation that technology would have advanced and been widely embraced by then. However, as of 2024, the full-scale implementation of e-voting systems within the EU, a technological solution with a view to enhancing the accessibility of democratic procedures, is still debated. …

EUobserver | LIBE/JURI: Paving the way for a future where democracy thrives Read More »

In a recent session of the EU Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (JURI/LIBE), the issue of press freedom took center stage. Specifically, the rising trend of Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) cases has sparked concerns among journalists and lawmakers alike. The discussion commenced with insightful perspectives from journalists who have …

FOX NEWS | Upholding Press Freedom: Addressing the Threat of SLAPP Cases in the EU Parliament Read More »

The 15th of April marked the official commencement of the 59th International Model European Parliament in Tallinn. The day started with great fanfare as esteemed dignitaries took the stage to address a captivated audience. The opening ceremony saw notable figures such as the Prime Minister of Estonia, H.E. Mrs. Kaja Kallas, alongside the Minister of …

CNN | MEP Convention Opens with Resonant Speeches, AFET Deliberations on Ukraine Rebuilding Continue Read More »

On the 14th of April, the Committee on International Trade (INTA/AFET) met for their first meeting of this iMEP session. The committee, led by Benjamin Granlund and Rebeka Kamposova, focuses on the relationship of trade and investments between the EU and China. This topic strives to explore discourse surrounding geopolitical tensions caused by the growing …

POLITICO | Discussions begin in the Committee of International Trade Read More »

In the beautiful city of Tallinn stands the Russian Theatre. Originally built as a cinema in the 1920s, the building represents the Art Deco movement of the time, jazz and modern life, taking the world by storm. The independence of Estonia is also represented through the Russian Theatre as it is deeply intertwined with the …

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The upcoming issue of rebuilding Ukraine raises questions and seemingly an oppressive mood. However, this is due to the oxygen content in the committee room. At this point, the press strongly recommends that every committee ventilates regularly, as this was also the case in other committees. Nevertheless, the delegates were not deterred from continuing to …

BBC | Ventilation problem causes delegates to suffer Read More »

 Technology has deeply changed many aspects of our lives, and the electoral system is no exception. By adopting electronic voting, significant improvements in terms of convenience and increased participation in democratic processes are promised. However, this innovation has also raised concerns about the security, accessibility, and reliability of the system. In this article, we will …

THE BRUSSELS TIMES | Electronic Voting: A Step Forward for Democracy or a Hidden Risk? Read More »