Economy & Geopolitics
A relational economy Economy and geopolitics are intrinsically connected. Our global economic system and Foreign Affairs cannot be seen as separate issues. The values that matter in Europe need to matter in our economic and foreign policies in equal degree. Human Dignity is universal and applies not only to European citizens. Human Dignity in its relational understanding need to be applied in our economy and in how we treat those who do not live in the EU. There is increasing clarity on the fact that a strong middle class is paramount for global stability. This is not only true for Europe, it applies globally. The current economic system in which wealth is accrued at the small top while average families are facing economic decline (in relative and/or absolute terms) needs a thorough reform. The current economic system has many ‘externalities’ (costs to environment and the costs of cheap and (de facto) slave labor) that were not priced in. Those externalities are now becoming real costs for our societies and taxpayers through climate change and migration. In addition the current economic system has largely ignored concerns regarding democracy and human rights. That has fueled the rise of authoritarian regimes which has increased global instability and forced immigration streams and decreased our security. The EU and its member states have too often unwittingly accelerated that development by prioritizing short-term economic gains above long-term stability and human dignity. The pressure on the environment of the current economic system is a major concern with very real consequences for nature and humanity. These consequences need to take center stage in our policies. Climate change, extinction of species and ecological devastation matter for all of us. This is why we need an economy based on stakeholder value rather than shareholder-value. We need to move from instant consumerism to durable relationism. That what matters most needs to be valued in our economic system if we want to pass on the planet to the next generation. Change is needed at the heart of our economy. The drive for ever increasing short-term profits needs to be replaced with an emphasis on continuity and durability. We advocate for a relational economy of mutuality. However that intended change does not relieve Europe from the responsibility to take care of immediate needs. It is imperative that we deal with the current crises of migration and climate change as they arise at this moment. The ultimate goal is that families can rely on an economy that belongs to all of us and can live in a world that cherishes and protects the creation. For that we need an economic and foreign policy that is based on fundamental freedoms, a green economy and the human dignity of all at its heart.
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Much of Europe’s left, centrist and centre-right voices expressed various degrees of shock and unease over the results of the extreme-right AfD in Saxony and Thuringia last Sunday 1 September. These results cannot be simply be put in the same ‘box’ as other election results in which populist parties have made gains or even gained power.
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Demographics: and the need for an economy that supports families
Friday, July 5, 2024
Demographics in Europe is changing rapidly. Either we change our economy or we will soon face massive problems in essential services such as healthcare, police and so on. We therefore need a fundamental change in what we really value in our society and we need an economy that supports families.
Demographics in Europe is changing rapidly. Either we change our economy or we will soon face massive problems in essential services such as healthcare, police and so on. We therefore need a fundamental change in what we really value in our society and we need an economy that supports families.
Human dignity is truly the only foundation for a common future!
Monday, March 25, 2024
Across Europe we see a continuation of polarization. Deep social and cultural rifts translate in very personal clashes of all kinds of (geo)political issues.
Across Europe we see a continuation of polarization. Deep social and cultural rifts translate in very personal clashes of all kinds of (geo)political issues.
Newest publication: If you want peace, prepare for war!
Monday, November 6, 2023
We are proud to announce we have finalized the translation of the original French book ''Si tu veux la paix, prépare la guerre!'' by French Army Colonel/scholar François-Régis Legrier.
We are proud to announce we have finalized the translation of the original French book ''Si tu veux la paix, prépare la guerre!'' by French Army Colonel/scholar François-Régis Legrier.
Ending support for extremism through foreign policy
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
We have ended up in the depressing situation that we are now as Europe surrounded by wars and military conflict. It is obvious that the attack by Hamas against Israel was horrific and outright evil and that it is clear that Israel cannot exist if Hamas also exists. As more than enough has been said over this conflict, it is more useful to focus on an angle that has wide-ranging implications for the foreign policy of the EU and EU Member States. The question is ‘who supports Hamas’?
We have ended up in the depressing situation that we are now as Europe surrounded by wars and military conflict. It is obvious that the attack by Hamas against Israel was horrific and outright evil and that it is clear that Israel cannot exist if Hamas also exists. As more than enough has been said over this conflict, it is more useful to focus on an angle that has wide-ranging implications for the foreign policy of the EU and EU Member States. The question is ‘who supports Hamas’?
Towards a Foreign Policy that Offers Solutions
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
One of the core ideas that Sallux has presented and represented is the notion that we as EU and EU Member States need to cooperate with those outside Europe who try to implement fundamental freedoms. Based on our experience with North-East Syria we know that this is feasible in practice
One of the core ideas that Sallux has presented and represented is the notion that we as EU and EU Member States need to cooperate with those outside Europe who try to implement fundamental freedoms. Based on our experience with North-East Syria we know that this is feasible in practice
Back to the roots?
Monday, February 6, 2023
The dominance of shareholders in the economy creates a situation that leads to extraction as primary mechanism in our economy in order to create continuous increasing dividends. Clearly, this is not only putting ever more pressure on workers but also on SME’s and natural resources. It should be obvious that this is an unsustainable situation. How is this connected to the migration and asylum crisis?
The dominance of shareholders in the economy creates a situation that leads to extraction as primary mechanism in our economy in order to create continuous increasing dividends. Clearly, this is not only putting ever more pressure on workers but also on SME’s and natural resources. It should be obvious that this is an unsustainable situation. How is this connected to the migration and asylum crisis?
“Spoken Word ‘Human Together’: A Relational Economy.”
Friday, February 3, 2023
Political think tank Sallux presents ‘Human Together’, a vision on how a healthy economy could look like.
Political think tank Sallux presents ‘Human Together’, a vision on how a healthy economy could look like.
Looking back and looking forward in promoting human dignity
Monday, December 12, 2022
From the director: Summary of Sallux work in 2022 and Christmas greetings
From the director: Summary of Sallux work in 2022 and Christmas greetings
Easter Message
Friday, April 15, 2022
This Easter we will celebrate that Christ is risen and that there is hope amidst the terrible things that are happening right now. The challenge is whether we truly understand Easter and whether God’s love for all people will also shape how we as Europe approach the world beyond our continent.
This Easter we will celebrate that Christ is risen and that there is hope amidst the terrible things that are happening right now. The challenge is whether we truly understand Easter and whether God’s love for all people will also shape how we as Europe approach the world beyond our continent.
Statement on the crisis in Ukraine
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Sallux strongly condemns Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine today. Ukraine is an independent, sovereign, autonomous country and by invading it, Putin broke international law, former agreements and pacts. It is an attack on European security and stability and utterly reprehensible. Putin’s invasion of Ukraine will only bring misery and pain to the people in Ukraine and Russia.
Sallux strongly condemns Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine today. Ukraine is an independent, sovereign, autonomous country and by invading it, Putin broke international law, former agreements and pacts. It is an attack on European security and stability and utterly reprehensible. Putin’s invasion of Ukraine will only bring misery and pain to the people in Ukraine and Russia.
In Defense of Freedom
Friday, February 18, 2022
A comment on the situation of Ukraine: At 21 January last the Russian, Iranian and Chinese naval forces conducted joint drills in the Indian Ocean. The broad agreement among foreign affairs observers agreed that this was one more sign of the growing cooperation between these three powers.
A comment on the situation of Ukraine: At 21 January last the Russian, Iranian and Chinese naval forces conducted joint drills in the Indian Ocean. The broad agreement among foreign affairs observers agreed that this was one more sign of the growing cooperation between these three powers.
Climate Change and System Change
Thursday, October 7, 2021
As I am writing this, Oman is being hit by a cyclone. Sadly, several people have died due to this disaster that is actually very rare in that part of the world. It is a worrying part of a pattern in the climate change that we are witnessing.
As I am writing this, Oman is being hit by a cyclone. Sadly, several people have died due to this disaster that is actually very rare in that part of the world. It is a worrying part of a pattern in the climate change that we are witnessing.
The role of the global mining industry now and in the future
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
The report was generated for Kompassi, a member organization of Sallux, in a Project course of South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, Environmental Engineering Diploma Program. The valuable input of students and teachers is hereby acknowledged.
The report was generated for Kompassi, a member organization of Sallux, in a Project course of South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, Environmental Engineering Diploma Program. The valuable input of students and teachers is hereby acknowledged.
A roadmap for Finland to circular plastic economy
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
This report was generated for Kompassi, a member organization of Sallux, in a Project course of South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, Environmental Engineering Diploma Program. The valuable input of students and teachers is hereby acknowledged.
This report was generated for Kompassi, a member organization of Sallux, in a Project course of South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, Environmental Engineering Diploma Program. The valuable input of students and teachers is hereby acknowledged.
Economy & Geopolitics
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
This is the second reflection based on the four streams of Sallux. This reflection focuses on 'Economy and Geopolitics'
This is the second reflection based on the four streams of Sallux. This reflection focuses on 'Economy and Geopolitics'
Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
Thursday, December 24, 2020
That is our heartfelt wish for all of our members, partners and readers of our newsletter as we look back to a very difficult year of 2020.
That is our heartfelt wish for all of our members, partners and readers of our newsletter as we look back to a very difficult year of 2020.
TTIP: Economy should support life
Thursday, November 3, 2016
A lot has been said about free trade deals like CETA and TTIP. Issues that have not been raised are questions like: Is economic growth the only option and should it be prioritised above all else?
A lot has been said about free trade deals like CETA and TTIP. Issues that have not been raised are questions like: Is economic growth the only option and should it be prioritised above all else?
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Iraq: update on a fragile and unstable nation
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A family-centred Europe as the solution to the demographic challenge.
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Event Report: Salt & Light Event: ‘A Christian perspective on geopolitics’
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
At the 11th Salt & Light event of Sallux speakers shed light on ongoing several regional geopolitical issues. The aim of the discussed topics was to help shape an understanding of the interrelation of these issues and how to approach them from a Christian perspective.
At the 11th Salt & Light event of Sallux speakers shed light on ongoing several regional geopolitical issues. The aim of the discussed topics was to help shape an understanding of the interrelation of these issues and how to approach them from a Christian perspective.
Event Report: Webinar ‘Business and Financial Markets Post-Corona’
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
‘Back to normal’ but what if normal pre-Corona was actually abnormal? What should be the new norm for our economy and economic policies when we try to restart the economy? At our webinar ‘Business and Financial Markets Post-Corona’ we have been evaluating where we are and how to find a new road and new goals.
‘Back to normal’ but what if normal pre-Corona was actually abnormal? What should be the new norm for our economy and economic policies when we try to restart the economy? At our webinar ‘Business and Financial Markets Post-Corona’ we have been evaluating where we are and how to find a new road and new goals.
Event Report: Breakfast Meeting: SMEs and Family Welfare; A Challenge for the future of Europe
Monday, February 10, 2020
“The family is not here for the economy, but the economy is here for the family! We need a re-assortment of the purpose of economy. Caring love is what we need, otherwise there are detrimental consequences for our societies” - J. de Jong, Director Sallux
“The family is not here for the economy, but the economy is here for the family! We need a re-assortment of the purpose of economy. Caring love is what we need, otherwise there are detrimental consequences for our societies” - J. de Jong, Director Sallux
Event Report International Conference: "After Capitalism: Economy, Values And Sustainable Society. Ukraine meets Europe"
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Introduction of the Ukrainian translation of the book "After Capitalism" by Michael Schluter and Paul Mills.
Introduction of the Ukrainian translation of the book "After Capitalism" by Michael Schluter and Paul Mills.
Event Report: The European Union’s policies concerning Jerusalem and the “Two-state Solution”
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
A seminar on the legal status of Jerusalem under international law and the future of the Two-State Solution took place on January 8-9, 2019 in the Czech Parliament in Prague.
A seminar on the legal status of Jerusalem under international law and the future of the Two-State Solution took place on January 8-9, 2019 in the Czech Parliament in Prague.
Event report: Family and Finance, a possible alliance?
Monday, October 22, 2018
On October 16th Sallux had the pleasure to cooperate with our partner FAFCE (European Federation of Catholic Family Associations) at an event which centred around the topic of alignement of family and economics.
On October 16th Sallux had the pleasure to cooperate with our partner FAFCE (European Federation of Catholic Family Associations) at an event which centred around the topic of alignement of family and economics.
Event Report: European Economic Summit 2018
Monday, April 16, 2018
The Economic Summit Europe meeting in The Hague and in Amsterdam on April 12th and 13th 2018 was well received. In this meeting we focused on the practical application of the Economics of Mutuality in business and management practice as well as in government and public policy.
The Economic Summit Europe meeting in The Hague and in Amsterdam on April 12th and 13th 2018 was well received. In this meeting we focused on the practical application of the Economics of Mutuality in business and management practice as well as in government and public policy.
Event Report: Supporting Democracy in Syria
Monday, April 16, 2018
From 10th to 13th of April Sallux had the honor to host a delegation from the Executive Council of The Federation of Northern Syria through a series of events and high-level meetings.
From 10th to 13th of April Sallux had the honor to host a delegation from the Executive Council of The Federation of Northern Syria through a series of events and high-level meetings.
Event report: “The Economic and Refugee Crises: Political, Religious and Spiritual Dimensions”
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
This conference, Under the aegis of His All Holiness the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew took a deeper look in the combination of the Economic and Refugee crisis for Greek and European people as well as the situation for refugees and migrants.
This conference, Under the aegis of His All Holiness the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew took a deeper look in the combination of the Economic and Refugee crisis for Greek and European people as well as the situation for refugees and migrants.
Event report: Poverty Inc, Developing Development
Friday, December 1, 2017
During a well-attended event inside the European Parliament, Sallux, in corporation with Acton Institute and hosted by MEP Branislav Škripek, presented the documentary movie: Poverty Inc.
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Event report: After genocide: A Last Call for A Future for Christians in Iraq
Monday, July 3, 2017
On June 28-30, a major international conference on the Future of Christians and other minorities in Iraq took place in the European Parliament, Brussels. Lars Adaktusson MEP (EPP Group, Sweden) hosted the event together with Sallux and co-hosts from all major European party groups.
On June 28-30, a major international conference on the Future of Christians and other minorities in Iraq took place in the European Parliament, Brussels. Lars Adaktusson MEP (EPP Group, Sweden) hosted the event together with Sallux and co-hosts from all major European party groups.
Event Report: Sustainable development in Eastern Europe; 7-9 April, Kiev, Ukraine
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Foundation for Democracy Initiatives and Sallux 7-9 of April held an international conference themed: "Sustainable development in Eastern Europe - security, cooperation based on Christian values”. The event took place in hotel "Verkhovyna" in Kyiv.
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Event Report: Hope, help and empowerment for Iraqi Christians
Monday, November 28, 2016
FICDD, Christian Political Foundation for Europe, UPGO University and DTRC held a conference with 60 representatives of Chaldean-Syriac-Assyrian political parties, NGO’s, Women-organisations, Academics and young people.
FICDD, Christian Political Foundation for Europe, UPGO University and DTRC held a conference with 60 representatives of Chaldean-Syriac-Assyrian political parties, NGO’s, Women-organisations, Academics and young people.
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Event Report: EES2016: “Business and Economics Promoting Justice, Integrity and Human Flourishing.”
Friday, September 9, 2016
The European Economic Summit (EES) is an invitation only event co-organised by Sallux in Amsterdam. This year we examined how new models can be used to promote justice, integrity and human flourishing in the times in which we live.
The European Economic Summit (EES) is an invitation only event co-organised by Sallux in Amsterdam. This year we examined how new models can be used to promote justice, integrity and human flourishing in the times in which we live.
Event Report: Christianity and the Future of our Societies
Friday, August 19, 2016
The Association of Reformational Philosophy (ARP) and Evangelische Theologische Faculteit (Evangelical Theological Faculty) Leuven organised this event in cooperation with the CPFE.
The Association of Reformational Philosophy (ARP) and Evangelische Theologische Faculteit (Evangelical Theological Faculty) Leuven organised this event in cooperation with the CPFE.
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Event Report: First Impressions
Sunday, June 19, 2016
To launch ‘First Impressions’ and to start a dialogue between Dutch citizens and newcomers, Verhalen van Vluchtelingen and First Impressions organised a special evening together within the theme of “first impressions” at 19 June in Amsterdam
To launch ‘First Impressions’ and to start a dialogue between Dutch citizens and newcomers, Verhalen van Vluchtelingen and First Impressions organised a special evening together within the theme of “first impressions” at 19 June in Amsterdam
Event Report: ‘Virtuous business and youth unemployment’
Friday, April 22, 2016
Several leaders in business, civil society and politics took part in a lively discussion on youth unemployment and the role of ‘virtuous business’ at 21 April, London. Res Publica facilitated and organised this event in cooperation with Resurgo Trust and CPFE.
Several leaders in business, civil society and politics took part in a lively discussion on youth unemployment and the role of ‘virtuous business’ at 21 April, London. Res Publica facilitated and organised this event in cooperation with Resurgo Trust and CPFE.
Event Report: Roundtable 'Response to the Asylum Crisis along the refugee route'
Friday, February 19, 2016
Mr. Branislav Skripek MEP (ECR/Slovakia) opened the Roundtable by clearly admitting that so far politics had failed to produce a comprehensive or any other real workable solution for this crisis. He then went on to describe how the Slovakian government refused to give a place to more refugees. Finally he stressed the need to solve the crisis at the root of the problem which is primarily in Syria.
Mr. Branislav Skripek MEP (ECR/Slovakia) opened the Roundtable by clearly admitting that so far politics had failed to produce a comprehensive or any other real workable solution for this crisis. He then went on to describe how the Slovakian government refused to give a place to more refugees. Finally he stressed the need to solve the crisis at the root of the problem which is primarily in Syria.
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Event Report: European Economic Summit 2015: ‘We live in a world of relations and need mutuality in our economy’
Saturday, August 29, 2015
The CPFE is pleased to look back at a very successful continuation of the European Economic Summit. Between 26 and 28 August many CEO’s, politicians and religious and civil society leaders and representatives met in Amsterdam and delved into the theme ‘Relational Thinking and the Economics of Mutuality’.
The CPFE is pleased to look back at a very successful continuation of the European Economic Summit. Between 26 and 28 August many CEO’s, politicians and religious and civil society leaders and representatives met in Amsterdam and delved into the theme ‘Relational Thinking and the Economics of Mutuality’.