Katharina Osthoff
Short vita
Katharina Osthoff joined FNF Europe in September 2023 and work as a Senior Policy Advisor, covering international and institutional affairs as well as fundamental rights. Prior to joining the foundation, Ms Osthoff worked as a Policy Advisor for Foreign Affairs at the European Parliament in Brussels and the German Bundestag in Berlin, focusing on Asia and China. During this time, she specialised in German and European foreign and security policy, global human rights issues, such as modern-day slavery and the repression of ethnic minorities, as well as relations with the People's Republic of China. Prior to that, she worked in Berlin as a Research Associate on German and European security policy at the German Atlantic Association. Ms Osthoff holds an MA in International Relations (Security Studies) from Leiden University and a double-major BA in Political Science and Sociology from the Universities of Münster, Ghent and Heidelberg.
Contributions
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Eyes Wide Shut?
This event builds on a recent survey commissioned by FNF Europe, revealing diverse responses among European citizens regarding the Sexual Exploitation of Children in Travel and Tourism (SECTT).
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The pro-European majority successfully counters the attack from the right
The 2024 European elections were characterised by a high voter turnout and intense political debates. Despite the rise of extreme right-wing and left-wing parties, the political centre was able to maintain its position. This ensures the continuation of European integration, the protection of democratic values and increased defence cooperation. A clear signal to the world: the EU remains a stable and unified force.
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A look behind the scenes of Chinese espionage in the European Parliament
The European Parliament grapples with an espionage scandal as a suspected Chinese spy, J. Guo, allegedly enjoyed unrestricted access for years, linked to MEP Maximilian Krah. This alarming breach exposes security vulnerabilities and underscores concerns over extremist party entanglements with autocratic regimes.
