Commentaries
No more schisms in the holy alliance
In this article, Sven Biscop argues that NATO’s emphasis on deterrence due to the Ukraine crisis will mean a lot more political consultation between the EU and NATO is necessary.
Europe in the World
Publications
Studia Diplomatica
Vol. LXVI, Issue 3 (2013): Variable geometry union: how differentiated integration is shaping the EU
In this issue of Studia Diplomatica, variable geometry Union is discussed from various angles, stretching from economic and monetary integration to defence and the area of freedom, security and justice. […]
A European commonality of destiny: Through social justice and strategic autonomy
On its course toward integration, Europe has now reached a plateau of impotence.
Commentaries
Sanctioning Russia through energy? Think twice
The EU–Russia strategic partnership is running out of gas. While Moscow is finalizing the annexation of Crimea – at the expense of Ukraine and international law – Europeans are responding […]
Commentaries
A new ‘special relationship’ between Washington and Paris: undermining or underpinning the CSDP?
François Hollande’s recent state visit to Washington featured in-depth discussions on international security and on military cooperation in particular. Is this signalling the emergence of yet another ad hoc framework […]
Commentaries
An ambivalent transatlantic partnership
Diplomatic relations evolved rapidly. A few weeks ago, tension was palpable between Europeans and Americans, following the Snowden revelations and the infamous ‘F..k the EU’ quote from a US official. Today, Brussels […]