European Union
Resurrecting Dostoyevsky's Dictum: Why Russia and Europe Need Each Other
'Europes's World'
A commentary on the state of European-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-07-03
Policy Prescriptions for Curing "Eurozonitis"
"Europe's World"
This article offers a possible solution to the vulnerability of the European single currency
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-14
Sarkozy’s Three-way NATO Bet
"Europe's World"
This article argues that President Sarkozy’s move to returning France to full NATO membership is intended to strengthen it while at the same time hastening NATO’s reform
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-18
The Widening Political Faultline Over Turkey's European Destiny
"Europe's World"
A commentary on Turkey's European destiny
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-04-14
The Widening Political Faultline Over Turkey's European Destiny
"Europe's World"
A commentary on Turkey's European destiny
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-05-22
Benchmarking the EU’s New Diplomatic Service
"Europe's World"
This article looks at the background to the difficult birth of the EU's External Action Service and sets out criteria for its future success
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-01-24
If the EU Reneges on Balkan Enlargement It’s at its Own Peril
"Europe's World"
In this article, a former German Interior Minister warns of potentially disastrous consequences if the accession drive isn’t revived
European UnionPosted: 2010-01-18
Soft Power Could Put Sharper Teeth into the EU
"Europe's World"
An article urging the EU to strengthen its eastward focus by developing its soft power with Belarus, Moldova and Ukraine
European UnionPosted: 2006-11-11
Europe is Failing to Shape the Global Governance Debate
"Europe's World"
An article claiming that the EU’s enthusiasm for reshaping global governance has dwindled, and now looks more like indifference
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-20
Russia in the EU? We Should Never Say Never
"Europe's World"
This 5-page article examines the idea of eventual Russian membership of the EU
European UnionPosted: 2006-02-17
Europe's Caspian Gas Policy to be Key to Energy Security
"Europe's World"
An article explaining that the EU's ability to harness its economic muscle and its infant "external action" diplomatic service will be crucially important to securing long-term gas supplies from the Caspian region
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-01
Reconstructing Europe: Two Alternative Proposals for a European Constitution
ZEI
A 106-page German discussion paper offering a 'visionary' constitutional project and a 'realistic' one, relying on the current draft of the Constitutional Treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-08-05
Promoting Innovation in the European Union
ZEI
This 37-page discussion paper argues that European policymakers should establish an adequate competitive environment in which innovation activities are most likely to flourish
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-07
Europeanising EU Energy Policy
ZEI
The text of a 13-page address by the European Commissioner for Energy on Europeanising EU energy policy
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-12-02
Making and Breaking Promises: The European Union under the Treaty of Lisbon
ZEI
This 35-page German discussion paper examines whether the Treaty of Lisbon will lead to enhanced openness and effectiveness in the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-05-10
Reconstructing Europe: Two Alternative Proposals for a European Constitution
ZEI
A 106-page German discussion paper offering two proposals for a new European constitution
European UnionPosted: 2007-05-18
Bosnia on the Road to European Integration: A status Report
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
An article reporting on Bosnia's progress towards stability and self-sustenance
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2005-05-26
Ukraine, the European Union and the International Community: Current Challenges and the Agenda for Overcoming the Stalemate
wiiw
A 107-page Austrian research report proposing scenarios for Ukraine’s economic and political development in the medium and long run
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-15
Current State and Prospects of the Russian Energy Sector
wiiw
This 36-page Austrian research report examines the current state and prospects for the Russian energy sector
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-09
European Energy Security in View of Russian Economic and Integration Prospects
wiiw
This 53-page Austrian research report argues that mutual interdependence between Russia and Europe requires cooperative approaches that would serve best the interests of Russia, the EU and the countries in between
European Union, EnergyPosted: 2010-06-27
Sectoral Productivity, Density and Agglomeration in the Wider Europe
WIIW
A 37-page Austrian working paper examining agglomeration effects in the economy of the wider Europe
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-10-15
Economic Development in the Wider Black Sea Region
wiiw
This 37-page Austrian research report deals with the economic development of the countries comprising the Black Sea region
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-10-15
Western Balkan Countries: Adjustment Capacity to External Shocks, With a Focus on Labour Markets
wiiw
A 136-page Austrian study of the performance of labour markets in the Western Balkans. The aim is to find out whether they can deliver growth of employment and decline of unemployment in the medium run and whether they can withstand short term shocks due to changes in demand or supply
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2009-04-05
Towards a Global Finance System at the Service of Sustainable Development
WEED
A 28-page UK report arguing that EU financial reforms must facilitate progress towards global sustainable economic development
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-25
Turkey Turns Cold to European Defense: Implications for Western Security
Washington Institute
A 3-page US policy paper considering the security implications of Turkey's withdrawal from the ESDP
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-03
Divergent European Approaches to Combatting PKK Terrorism
Washington Institute
A 3-page brief on PKK terrorist activities in Europe and governmental reactions to it
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-15
The Sustainability of the EU's Model for Climate Diplomacy
VUB Press
A 22-page Dutch essay focusing on how the EU decides internally on its international climate negotiating position
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-03
The European Union Should Start a Debate on Too-Big-To-Fail
VoxEu.org
This op-ed discusses the policy challenge posed by the existence of too-big-to-fail financial institutions in Europe
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-04-27
Analysis of the Success and Failure in the Labour Markets of Selected EU Member-States
VKI
A 23-page Hungarian working paper identifying the economic factors and policies which influence the level of employment and unemployment in selected EU member states
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08
Market Correctives, Market Palliatives and the New Politics of European Industrial and Regional Development
VKI
A 25-page Hungarian working paper examining current thinking on EU industrial and regional policy
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-01-25
R and D, and Competitiveness in the Enlarged EU: The Role of the State and Financing
VKI
A 19-page Hungarian working paper examining R&D investment in the EU
European Union, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2007-01-25
Foreign Direct Investment in Central and Eastern Europe with Special Attention to Austrian FDI Activities in this Region
Vienna Institute for International Studies
A 3-page summary and overview table of this report, which can be purchased
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-02-19
Transition Countries on the Eve of EU Enlargement
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
A 3-page abstract of this 92 page report on the current economic situation and short-term prospects in the Central and East European transition economies
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-02-12
Modelling GDP in CEECs Using Smooth Transitions
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
This 33-page Austrian working paper examines the impact of reforms in CEECs on long-term growth
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-02-04
Economic Restructuring and Labour Market Developments in the New EU Member States
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
A 74-page study of aggregate and sectoral employment levels and trends, educational attainment, in the new member states of the EU
European Union, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-01-27
Structural Change, Productivity and Employment in the New EU Member States
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
A 45-page research report providing an overview of longer term structural developments in the new EU member states
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-01-27
Employment Effects of Foreign Direct Investment in Central and Eastern Europe
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
This 33-page Austrian paper examines the employment effects of FDI in Central and Eastern Europe
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-09-16
What Explains Tax Evasion? An Empirical Assessment Based on European Data
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
This 69-page working paper calculates the level of tax compliance in selected European countries and analyzes the difference in compliance rates
Taxation, European UnionPosted: 2006-07-01
Belgium, from Model to Case Study for Conflict Resolution
USIP
This 3-page US brief analyzes the current political crisis in Belgium from a conflict resolution perspective
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-08
Making Bosnia Work: Why EU Accesion is not Enough
USIP
This 10-page US briefing spells out the preconditions for a fully successful EU accession for Bosnia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-07-15
From Protecting Some to Securing Many
UPI
A 71-page report presenting a Finnish perspective on recent developments in NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-08
Kosovo: Ethnic Nationalism at its Territorial Worst
United States Institute of Peace
An 8-page US report highlighting the threat posed to stability in Kosovo by ethnoterritorial separation
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2006-08-30
Balkans Progress: Who Stands in the Way?
United States Institute of Peace
Testimony to the CSCE regarding the lack of progress towards long term stability in Bosnia, Serbia and Kosovo
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2006-06-26
Promoting Middle East Democracy: European Initiatives
United States Institute of Peace
A 16-page report examining the European Union's multilateral engagement with the Arab world in respect of democracy promotion
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2004-12-06
Promoting Middle East Democracy: European Initiatives
United States Institute for Peace
A 16-page report examining the European Union's multilateral engagement with the Arab world in the area of democracy promotion
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2004-11-19
EU-UN Cooperation in Peacebuilding: Partners in Practice?
UNIDIR
A 194-page report presents recommendations for how the EU might strengthen the EC–UN operational partnership and support efforts to improve external coherence in peacebuilding
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-28
EU-Russia Gas Connection: Pipes, Politics and Problems
Turku School of Economics, Pan European Institute
This 212-page Finnish report offers a variety of views on the EU’s gas imports and assesses the various pipeline alternatives proposed
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-05-06
Adults in Formal Education: Policies and Practices in Europe
The Eurydice Network
This 92-page document focuses on the opportunities for under-qualified adults to complete basic education or achieve an upper secondary qualification and allowing for greater access to higher education for adults returning to the formal education system, in Europe
Education, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-10
Annual Report 2009: The State of the Drugs Problem in Europe
The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addictions
This 104-page annual report deals with the drugs situation in Europe
Drug Abuse, European UnionPosted: 2009-11-10
Russia, Georgia and the European Union: The Creeping Finlandization of Europe
The Cicero Foundation
A 5-page paper on Europe's reaction to the Russian invasion of Georgia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-18
Seeking Kant in the EU's Relations with Turkey
TESEV
A 31-page Turkish report examining the issue of Turkey's accession to the EU
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-02-08
Joint Patrols at the EU's Southern Border
SWP-Berlin
A 9-page German commentary on the implications of the use of border patrols by the EU to prevent illegal immigration
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2006-09-19
European Conflict Management in the Middle East
SWP, CEIP
This paper seeks to support a more effective European contribution to Middle East conflict management by analyzing current European approaches to conflict management and resolution in the three entities that do not yet have a peace treaty with Israel - Lebanon, Syria, and the Palestinian territories - and by providing recommendations for more effective policies.
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2009-03-14
"Climate Tariffs" and the Credibility of the EU Climate and Energy Package
SWP
This 8-page German commentary is a critique of Pres. Sarkosy\'s proposals for levying \"climate tariffs\".
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-08
Partnership: A New EU Approach to Fighting Irregular Immigration?
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the EU\'s struggle to control illegal immigration
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-10
When Home Affairs Becomes Foreign Policy
SWP
This 4-page German commentary draws lessons from the EU's immigration policy towards its neighbours in North Africa and Eastern Europe
European Union, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2011-01-13
Effective Provisions for Emergency Prevention and Response in the Gas Sector
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on a pioneering EC proposal on crisis management in the natural gas sector which has the potential to initiate a paradigm shift in European energy security-of-supply policy
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-08-31
The End of "Euro-romanticism" in Ukraine
SWP
This 4-page German commentary explains the Origins of anti-Western sentiments in the current Ukrainian presidential campaign
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-04
The Toppling of Ben Ali: Isolated Development or First Domino?
SWP
An 8-page German commentary arguing that the EU should reconsider its benevolent policies vis-à-vis the authoritarian rulers in the Mediterranean region
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-23
Credibility and Compliance
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the effectiveness of the EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy in the Western Balkans
European UnionPosted: 2009-01-08
Economic Partnership Agreements between the EU and the African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the state of the EU's negotiations over Economic Partnership Agreements between the EU and seven regional groups
Globalisation & International Trade, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-23
EU Foreign Policy Perspectives: A Call for the Revival of the Weimar Triangle
SWP
An 8-page German commentary arguing for closer foreign and security policy coordination between Germany, Poland and France
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-07
More Natural Gas for Climate Protection?
SWP
A 37-page German research paper assessin the risks and opportunities of an expanded gas strategy for European energy supplies
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-14
CFSP After the Footnote Summit
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the EU attempts to forge a common foreign and security policy framework
European UnionPosted: 2007-09-13
Energy Security: Demands Imposed on German and European Foreign Policy by a Changed Configuration in the World Energy Market
SWP
A 28-page German research paper examining the changes in the global energy market and offering recommendations for the EU and Germany to deal with the resulting challenges
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2007-02-01
The EU and Russia: Conflicts and Potentials of a Difficult Partnership
SWP
This 32-page German study examines recent developments in Russia-EU relations, compares the aims of the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with the reality of achievement, and makes recommendations for future EU and German policy towards Russia
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-02-01
America Policy: Some Conceptual Thoughts about Dealing with the Hegemon
SWP
This 25-page German research paper advocates the EU adopting a differentiated policy towards the US
European UnionPosted: 2007-02-01
EU-Turkey Negotiations: Still in the "Cyprus Impasse"
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on the impasse in the accession negotiations between the EU and Turkey created by a deadlock over Cyprus
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-02-01
CFSP After the Footnote Summit
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the June summit meeting creating the office of a High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and an External Action Service
European UnionPosted: 2007-08-17
Russian Gas, Ukrainian Pipelines, and European Supply Security
SWP
A 41-page German research paper concluding that gas imports from the East will remain a constant irritant and testing ground for a common European energy policy
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-10-01
Circular Migration: A Sustainable Concept for Migration Policy?
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on a new Franco-German initiative on temporary labour migration
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2007-06-21
Russian Gas and European Energy Security
SWP
A German examination of the limitations and weaknesses of the European energy foreign policy
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08
The West Balkans between the EU, the USA, and Russia: Challenges and Options
SWP
This 6-page German backgrounder explores the importance of enlargement policy for the EU’s self-ordained role of conflict-resolution in the West Balkans
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-05
Managing the Financial Crisis: Is Europe Getting it Right?
SWP
A 4-page German commentary calling for a coordinated EU response to the global financial crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-03-14
Croatia in the Run-up to the Elections
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the current political scene in Croatia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-11-09
Credibility and Compliance
SWP
A 4-page German commentary arguing that the EU's CFSP risks forfeiting its leverage in the Western Balkans
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-03-14
The EU Climate Strategy: Building Blocks for International Climate Policy after 2012
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on the new EU energy and climate change policy
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2007-05-03
The Caucasus Crisis: International Perceptions and Policy Implications for Germany and Europe
SWP
A 59-page German research paper consisting of several brief analyses examining how the Caucasus crisis has been perceived in the most important affected states and international organizations and outling the ensuing options .
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-05
Turkey's Accession Process to the EU: The Agenda Behind the Agenda
SWP
An 8-page German backgrounder on the prospects for Turkish accession to the EU
European UnionPosted: 2009-11-05
Greenland on the Way to Independence?
SWP
A 7-page German commentary on the challenges and opportunities presented by Greenland's new status as a self-governing territory
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-08-31
The West Balkans between the EU, the USA, and Russia
SWP
This 6-page German commentary examines the challenges and options facing the EU, the US and Russia in respect of the West Balkans
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-08-31
A New Helsinki for the OSCE?
SWP
An 8-page German paper assessing the chances for a revival of the European Security Dialogue
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-01-08
The EU's "Sanctions Paradox"
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on the EU's sanctions policy in respect of Zimbabwe
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-10-18
Turkey's Accession Process to the EU
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on Turkey's efforts towards accession to the EU
European UnionPosted: 2009-10-29
The Berlin-London Connection: From "No Frills" to "Full Service"
SWP
An 8-page German article discussing the growth in cooperation between Germany and the UK in European affairs
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-08
Enduring Crisis in Ukraine: A Test Case for European Neighbourhood Policy
SWP
This 4-page German commentary examines the political paralysis in the Ukraine, and possible EU response
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-06-21
NATO and Missile Defence
SWP
A 29-page German analysis of the options available to European members of NATO in the light of the rapid development of the US missile defence system
European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08
Missile Defense in and for Europe?
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on issues raised by the US plan to place elements of its missile defence system in Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-05-03
The Return of al Qaida
SWP
An 8-page German paper assessing the current status of al Qaida and the implications for Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-09
The Modernization of European Cohesion Policy
SWP
A 34-page research paper providing a German perspective on the modernization of the EU Cohesion Policy
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-05-26
Stormy Relations between Kiev and Moscow
SWP
A 4-page German commentary describing how relations between Ukraine and Russia are under strain over gas supplies and security concerns
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-15
Europe without Defence
SWP
A 4-page German commentary arguing that if Europe does not halt the rapid depletion of its defence resources, both the structure of its armed forces and its defence industry base will be turned upside down
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2011-12-06
Putting the President into Presidency
SWP
This 8-page German commentary examines the likely European repercussions of the Czech political situation
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-05-26
Russia and the Eastern Partnership
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the launch of the EU's Eastern Partnership initiative
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-05-26
Burma Beyond the Elections
SWP
A 7-page German commentary arguing that the EU policy towards Burma should be based on the principle that economic consolidation can be understood as a fundamental prerequisite for political transformation
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
The Euro Zone Needs an External Stability Pact
SWP
An 8-page German commentary arguing that an "External Stability Pact" could provide an effective framework for preventing the insolvency of EU member states
European UnionPosted: 2009-07-18
Dealing with Debt Crises in the Eurozone – Evaluation and Limits of the European Stability Mechanism
SWP
This 38-page German paper evaluates the limits of the ESM and suggests moving towards a five pillar solution which builds upon the ESM Treaty which is currently under renegotiation
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-03
Toward a New Start: Approaches to a Strategic Partnership between NATO and Russia
SWP
A 2-page German commentary on improving relations between NATO and Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-16
Liquidity and Sovereignty: The Eurozone Needs a Lender of Last Resort
SWP
A 4-page German commentary arguing that the eurozone needs a lender of last resort that supports member countries in the event of liquidity shortages
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-16
Parliamentary Dawn
SWP
An 8-page German commentary examining the implications of the new self-confidence of the European Parliament
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-23