Commentaries
Will Trump’s decision on Iran end Europe’s servility?
If anyone doubted the need for an autonomous European foreign policy, Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the US from the Iran nuclear deal must have convinced them. The EU and […]
EU and strategic partners
Publications
What is it like to be a Non-Permanent member of the UN Security Council?
The UN Security Council undoubtedly is the most prominent body of the world organization’s institutional machinery. Through its key executive decision-making powers it addresses conflicts and crises which constitute threats […]
EU cyber partnerships: Assessing the EU strategic partnerships with third countries in the cyber domain
The European Union is increasingly active on cyber issues internationally, guided by its various foreign policy documents and strategies, including its 2013 Cybersecurity Strategy and the 2015 Council conclusions on […]
Business vs security: the conundrum of Chinese investments in Belgium
Belgium may not be China’s prime destination for investment in Europe, but as in other neighboring countries these investments are increasing in quality and quantity. Chinese investments are mostly welcomed […]
Chinese investment in Europe: a country-level approach
Chinese investments in Europe have surged in recent years, and have become a critical feature of Europe-China relations. In a historic shift, the flow of Chinese direct investment into Europe […]
The Great Powers have their ways
How will the great powers behave? That is what determines the future world order – or the absence of order. Could it be that China and the EU have found […]