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Connections between Mercosur agribusiness owners and Europe

How do you think the fact that most owners of the largest agribusinesses in Mercosur countries have European roots (German, Italian, Spanish, Jewish from Eastern Europe) should be interpreted?

The connections between Mercosur agribusiness owners and Europe spark mixed emotions and raise difficult questions about the true nature of global trade. Critics argue that the EU–Mercosur deal is essentially an agreement with elites of European descent who have controlled South American land and capital for generations. They claim that instead of supporting local farmers, Europe is negotiating with its own “clones,” only operating under a different flag. Supporters respond that this is simply a natural consequence of migration waves from Germany, Italy, Spain, and Eastern Europe that shaped the continent’s social structure. But doesn’t this make globalization look like a closed club of families and roots, where real competition is only an illusion? What’s your view – an elite arrangement or a normal historical process?

13/09/2025

Digital money instead of cash – the future of finance or a tool of control?

In your opinion, is the introduction of central bank digital currency (CBDC) and the complete withdrawal of cash a good solution?

Central bank digital currency (CBDC) is a topic that excites public opinion around the world. Supporters see it as the future of finance – the end of printing costs, instant payments, and complete convenience in everyday life. However, critics warn that the total elimination of cash could mean the death of anonymity and the last guarantee of citizens’ financial freedom. The introduction of CBDC in the hands of the state could give authorities a tool for full control over spending – from limiting “harmful” purchases to blocking politically incorrect transactions. There are also conspiracy theories that CBDC is a prelude to the social credit system known from China. Will we give up privacy in exchange for convenience?

12/09/2025

Who is behind the drone attack on NATO member Poland?

Which country do you think is responsible for launching the drones that violated Polish airspace during the night of September 9–10?

The drone attack on Poland opened a new chapter of uncertainty in the region and immediately heated up the political atmosphere. For many, the case is clear – it was Russia, testing NATO’s patience in the context of the war with Ukraine and trying to intimidate Poles. Others claim that the drones entered Polish airspace by accident because they were not intercepted by Ukrainian air defenses, which would suggest a tragic coincidence or even a deliberate act. An even more controversial theory suggests that Ukraine, with the consent of certain Polish politicians, may have staged a provocation to put pressure on Polish society after the president’s lukewarm remarks about its prospects of joining NATO and the EU. Sabotage, accident, or a play on emotions – who really stands behind this incident?

10/09/2025

EU–Mercosur Agreement – benefit or threat?

How do you assess the plan to ratify the EU–Mercosur trade agreement, taking into account economic gains and controversies around agriculture and pesticides?

The EU–Mercosur trade deal has divided public opinion and politicians for years. On the one hand, opening the market to 260 million consumers from South America would mean huge opportunities for European exporters, especially in the automotive and technology industries. On the other hand, farmers warn of a flood of cheap meat and soybeans produced with pesticides banned in Europe. Critics even speak of “double standards” and a betrayal of European agriculture, while environmentalists warn that the agreement will accelerate the destruction of the Amazon. Free trade supporters counter that the EU economy cannot afford isolation. So is this deal a strategic opportunity, or an ecological and social trap?

04/09/2025

Brigitte Macron – rumors about gender change

What do you think Brigitte Macron should do to put an end to the rumors and conspiracy theories about her alleged gender change?

Brigitte Macron has been struggling for years with a wave of sensational rumors about a gender change – a topic that stirs both French and international public opinion. To a large extent, their popularization was driven by Natacha Rey and Amandine Roy, who in their publications and recordings suggested that the First Lady of France was in her youth actually her brother Jean-Michel Trogneux. Supporters of conspiracy theories point to ambiguities in documents and claim that her brother is in fact herself. For some, this is an absurd attack on the First Lady of France, for others – proof of a “hidden truth” covered up by the elites. Should Brigitte Macron cut off these speculations by appearing publicly with her brother, or should she remain silent and let the internet forget?

02/09/2025

Israel in European competitions – sport or already politics?

Do you think Israel should take part in European championships (e.g. in football, basketball, Eurovision), even though geographically it is located in Asia?

Israel has for years stirred controversy with its presence in European sports and cultural competitions. Football, basketball, and even Eurovision show that geographical borders are increasingly giving way to politics and geopolitical calculations. Supporters of Israel’s participation in Europe justify it with security concerns and the practical lack of an alternative in Asia, where the country would be isolated. Critics, however, ask why an Asian country benefits from the privileges of European federations while at the same time conducting a harsh war policy toward Palestinians. Comparisons to Russia, excluded from many competitions, and accusations of double standards are appearing. Is sport really free from politics, or is that just a convenient illusion

01/09/2025