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What Putin wants (in Syria)
Many observers are speculating about Putin’s strategy in Syria. This commentary argues that Vladimir Putin’s military intervention is driven by five key objectives, with domestic, local,
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The Belgian view on the UK’s renegotiation is that European challenges can only be tackled through deepening European integration
The outcome of David Cameron’s planned renegotiation of the UK’s EU membership will depend on how the other 27 EU member states react to his propositions. This short article is […]
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An EU global strategy for foreign and security policy… and even defence
EU global strategy may help to curb growing defeatism and populism in Europe… says Jo Coelmont.
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A horror movie: Euro Jurassic Park
It could be the perfect fall 2015 blockbuster. The new horror movie coming to your neighbourhood soon. Egmont Institute has had an exclusive opportunity to read the script, and it […]
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Defence: Belgium is not a small country
Contrary to how most Belgians feel, Belgium is not that small a country – and hence its allies and partners do expect a proper contribution to European defence and NATO. […]
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No prevention without defence
If one does not prevent conflicts from escalating, one will have to suffer the consequences, as with the refugee crisis today. At given times military interventions are the indispensable catalyst […]