The EU as a global actor in a multipolar world and multilateral 2.0 environment
This paper discusses a number of long-term global trends that are likely to affect the ambition of the EU to be a global actor. Being or becoming a global power […]
Europe in the World
Publications
Permanent structured cooperation for effective European armed forces
In this Security Policy Brief, Sven Biscop and Jo Coelmont outline a concrete proposal to implement Permanent Structured Cooperation, the new defence mechanism introduced by the Lisbon Treaty. Setting real […]
The impact of global warming on the geopolitics of the Arctic. A historical opportunity for Russia?
Climate change will cause major physical, ecological, economic, social, and geopolitical adjustments. Arctic melting is providing new opportunities, not only to the five littoral states, but also to other major […]
Commentaries
Du G2 au G20
On l’a vu à Copenhague, l’UE n’est pas capable de jouer à la realpolitik avec la Chine ou les USA. Comment arriver à un “ordre multilatéral” où l’UE ne serait […]
Key partners and shared interests. The European convoy needs strategic guidance for fleet action
In his recent speech at the College of Europe, Herman Van Rompuy, the President of the European Council, likened the EU to a convoy of 27 ships, each flying both […]
Of Greeks and Romans: the EU, US and security strategy in a multipolar world
The US rightly has great expectations of the EU, especially now that the Lisbon Treaty has entered into force. Washington should not hesitate to encourage the more Atlantic-oriented EU members […]