European Union
The Netherlands - Europe's New Obstructionist?
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page German commentary on the implications of the rejection of the EU draft Constitutional Treaty by the Netherlands
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-07-24
Cards on the Table! Ideas for Tackling the EU's Constitutional Malaise
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 11-page German commentary offers proposals for dealing with the EU's constitutional crisis
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-07
Canada's Foreign Policy Dilemmas
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 14-page German research paper urging a more prominent role for Canada in Europe's Atlantic Policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-08-25
The European External Action Service: Elements of a Three Phase Plan
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 8-page commentary proposes a three phase plan for constructing and instrumentalizing the EEAS, the E.U's new "Foreign Office"
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-04
The Western Balkans Without a Plan for the Future
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 4-page German commentary describes how a delay in future EU expansion could undermine the precarious stability of the Western Balkans
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-07-24
Latin-American Shadowboxing? FTAA Delays and Challenges for Europe
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 7-page German commentary considers how Europe should respond to Latin America's internal divisions
Globalisation & International Trade, European UnionPosted: 2005-12-09
From Schengen to Prum
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 5-page German paper examining the implications of the Prum convention for improving cross-border cooperation in Europe
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-07
A New President in Northern Cyprus
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
An 8-page paper on the Cyprus question, concluding that the change in the presidency of Northern Cyprus will not end the impasse
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-05-13
Little Room for Maneuver: Belgium Assumes OSCE Chairmanship
German Institute for International Politics and Security
This 4-page German commentary examines the challenges facing the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-02-14
A Festival of Populism: Slovakia After Its 2004 Presidential Election
German Institute for International Politics and Security
A 7-page commentary on the implications for the E.U. of the electoral success of populist politicians in Slovakia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2004-05-22
The Eastern Enlargement of the Monetary System
German Institute for International Politics and Security
An 8-page German paper stressing the political importance of decisions on accession to the European Monetary Union by new member states
European UnionPosted: 2006-05-11
In the Aftermath of the Palestinian Parliamentary Elections: How to Deal with Hamas?
German Institute for International Politics and Security
A 4-page German essay discussing how the EU should deal with a politically-empowered Hamas
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-02-14
Last Chance in Hong Kong? Obstacles on the Road to the Conclusion of the Doha Round
German Institute for Security and International Affairs
A 7-page German paper examining the critical challenges facing the WTO
Globalisation & International Trade, European UnionPosted: 2005-12-10
Estonia as an Engine of Integration
German Institute of International and Security Affairs
This 5-page German commentary discusses the lead set by Estonia in ratifying the Constitutional Treaty of the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-03-22
The Financing of the EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy
German Institute of International and Security Affairs
A 7-page commentary on the adequacy and control of the EU's external policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-07-07
Transatlantic Trends : Immigration
German Marshall Fund
This 32-page international public opinion survey addresses immigration and integration issues including national identity, citizenship, migration management policies, national security, and the economic opportunities and challenges brought on by migrants.
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-25
Eastern Europe Ready for the Euro?
German Marshall Fund of the United States
This analysis examines the case for and against the EU's accession countries adopting the Euro
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-08-15
Investing in Clean Energy
Global Climate Network
This 38-page study assesses the extent of the finance gap for clean energy in developing countries and analyses the barriers to scaling up private sector investment in low-carbon energy solutions
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-08
Getting Better: the European Union's Performance in the World Health Organization
Global Health Europe
A 17-page summary report analyzing the performance of the EU in the WHO
Health, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-07
Staring at False Choices
GMF
A German commentary on the future of Europe
European UnionPosted: 2007-04-23
Reclaiming Democracy
GMF
This book provides a cross-section of perspectives on recent democratic breakthroughs in Central and Eastern Europe
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-01
Why the Obama Administration Should Not Take Central and Eastern Europe for Granted
GMF
A 4-page policy brief on the strategic importance of Central and Eastern Europe
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-07-19
2006 Riga Conference: Riga Papers
GMF
A series of 5 papers on the future challenges facing NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2006-12-02
The Effect of EU Climate Legislation on Business Competitiveness
GMFUS
This 23-page US paper offers a snapshot of how several companies have fared under the EU ETS
European Union, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2009-09-17
Global Trends, Regional Consequences
GMFUS
This 48-page paper examines the strategic significance of the Black Sea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-05
Trading Places: The New Dynamics of EU Trade Policy under the Treaty of Lisbon
GMFUS
A 17-page policy paper explaining the changes in approach to trade and economic policymaking in Europe brought about by the Lisbon Treaty
Globalisation & International Trade, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-12
High Politics in the ‘Grand Area’
Group on Grand Strategy
A 9-page article considering whether Europeans have global impact in a multipolar age
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-01-13
The Single Market: A Vision for the 21st Century
H.M. Treasury - UK
This 46-page paper sets out the UK's proposals to feed into the fundamental review of the Single Market
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-01-31
Europe's Demographic Challenge
Hamburg Institute of International Economics
A 2-page editorial on the demographic challenge facing Europe
European UnionPosted: 2005-04-14
The Threat of Economic Patriotism
Hamburg Institute of International Economics
A 2-page editorial warning of the dangers posed by economic patriotism within the EU
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-04-18
The Impact of EU Enlargement on European Border Regions
Hamburg Institute of International Economics
A 32-page German discussion paper investigating whether the changes in market access released by European integration result in above-average benefits in border regions
European UnionPosted: 2005-11-08
The EU Emissions Trading Scheme - Issues and Challenges
Hamburg Institute of International Economics
A 3-page assessment of the E.U.'s Emissions Trading Scheme, to be launched January 2005
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2004-06-18
How Will the Enlargement Affect the Old Members of the European Union?
Hamburg Institute of International Economics
This 10-page article assesses the macro effects of enlargement on the old member states of the E.U. and the future growth performance of the enlarged E.U.
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-06-18
Financial Market Integration in a Wider European Union
Hamburg Institute of International Economics
This 52-page discussion paper investigates the financial architecture and analyses the impact of closer integration of financial sectors in CEEC and EU countries
European UnionPosted: 2004-11-05
Rescuing Human Rights
Henry Jackson Society
This 74-page paper examines the United Kingdom's involvement in the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and offers a way forward for reforming a supranational body in line with the most commonly advanced criticisms of it
Human Rights, European UnionPosted: 2012-03-12
The European Refugee Fund (ERF) ll 2005–2007: An Evaluation of ERF II 2006
Home Office - UK
The 18-page report of a UK initiative funded by the EU to support efforts made by Member States to support the integration of refugees
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-06
EU Crisis Management: Institutions and Capabilities in the Making
IAI
This 111-page Italian publication offers an overview of the progress achieved by the EU – both at the institutional and operational levels – through its Common Security and Defence Policy, and identifies the critical elements and the potential for improvement in the coming years
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-12-14
Beefing Up the ENP: Towards a Modernisation and Stability Partnership
IAI
A 16-page critique of the European Neighbourhood Policy
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-02
The EU and the Libyan Crisis: In Quest of Coherence?
IAI
This 21-page Italian working paper aims to assess thecoherence of the EU’s short- to medium-term response to the Libyan crisis
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-08-12
The State of Play of the Union for the Mediterranean in the Euro-Med Context
IAI
This 9-page Italian paper examines problems related with the political identity of the Union for the Mediterranean(UfM), its relations with the EMP's EuroMediterranean "acquis" and the functioning of its institutions
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-12
An Italian Strategy for Relaunching the EU Constitutional Treaty
IAI
This 12-page paper offers an Italian perspective on relaunching the EU Constitutional Treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-13
The Union for the Mediterranean: A View from Southern Europe
IAI
A 13-page Italian perspective on the French proposal to promote a Mediterranean Union
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
Sovereign Debt Crisis in Euroland: Root Causes and Implications for European Integration
IAI
This 19-page Italian paper considers the likely impact of the global crisis on the prospects for the European project
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-04-17
A European Alternative Belarus
ICDT
This 31-page report proposes a pathway for Belarus to achieve an independent, democratic and open status within Europe
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-23
Contemporary Europe: iCES Annual Review 08/09
ICES
This UK report looks into the financial, economic, social, political and trade situation in Europe notably focusing on the economic and financial crisis, and the answers to be given in order to rise to the challenge, the European elections, the running of the European institutions, the energy policy, the chemical industry, photovoltaic energy, the future of the European project and trans-Atlantic relations
European UnionPosted: 2009-09-24
EU Standards of Democratic Governing: The Only Way to Desovietize Public Administration in Ukraine
ICPS
A 5-page Ukrainian article arguing that the root cause of the failure of Ukraine's government is the incomplete, fragmented desovietization of the country
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-15
Black Sea Region Cooperation Threats and Opportunities: What they mean for Ukraine
ICPS
This 3-page analysis considers the threats to and opportunities for international cooperation in the Black Sea region that emerged during a study of subregional integration in the European Union’s four sea basins:
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-26
Ukraine Needs Everyday Democracy
ICPS
A 2-page article listing the key institutions needed in Ukraine if the country is to develop
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-03
Playing with Power: The US role in Europe-Russia Natural Gas Politics
ICPS
A 4-page Ukrainian brief considering how the US helps Central and Eastern Europe in reducing dependency on Russian-controlled gas?
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2011-04-03
Moldova, Romania, Ukraine: Active Cooperation Could Improve Migration Policy
ICPS
A 2-page Ukrainian bulletin summarizing the findings of a regional study into migration issues
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-01-21
The European Institutions as an Interest Group
IEA
This 57-page UK study explores the economic incentives that drive forward EU integration. The author sets out a series of reforms designed to counteract the centralising tendency and to ensure that the role of EU bodies is more closely aligned with the preferences of citizens
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-23
New Europe’s Old Regions
IEA
This 105-page UK study highlights the huge disparities in wealth between different regions within the European Union
European UnionPosted: 2009-02-12
Climate Change-Induced Water Stress and its Impact on Natural and Managed Ecosystems
IEEP
A 108-page European report on the complex links between global warming and the world's water
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-16
The Future of EU Environmental Policy: Challenges and Opportunities
IEEP
This 82-page report sets out the main environmental policy challenges which will face the new European Parliament and European Commission over the next five years
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-07-21
Cap and Trade in Europe
IEEP
A 10-page paper reviewing the workings of the EU's Cap and Trade system for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-05
Mainstreaming the Environment and Climate Change in the post-2013 EU Budget
IEEP
This 8-page paper analyses the proposed mainstreaming of climate change, biodiversity and resource efficiency in the Commission’s proposals for the next EU budget
European Union, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2011-08-12
The Indirect Land Use Change Impact of Biofuels – IEEP Launches Analysis of EU Nations Projected Use of Biofuels and their Consequences
IEEP
This 24-page report analyses the indirect land use change (ILUC) impact of the substantial additional biofuel usage that will be generated up to 2020 by the targets under the EU renewable energy Directive
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2010-12-13
The Relationsship between the CAP and Biodiversity
IEEP
The 66-page report of a seminar held to discuss the relationship between the EU Common Agricultural Policy and biodiversity
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2007-08-18
Value of Biodiversity
IEEP
A 132-page report documenting EU examples where biodiversity loss has led to the loss of ecosystem services
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2006-08-18
Visa Policies in South Eastern Europe: A Hindrance or a Stepping-Stone?
IEWS
This 36-page report examines the problems associated with visa requirements in Southeast Europe
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2007-01-10
New Challenges for Serbia and for the EU in Serbia
IFIMES
A Slovene article commenting on Serbia's political situation
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-29
The European Union in the Fight Against Terrorism
IFIMES
A Slovene article analyzing the EU's response to terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-22
Preparing for election fraud?
IFIMES
A 6-page Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Albania in the light of the forthcoming parliamentary elections
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-09
The Integration Process as a Tool of Stability and Security in the Western Balkans
IFIMES
This Slovene article considers the structural consequences of the 2004 EU enlargement, with particular emphasis on the Western Balkans
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-04-22
Undecided Voters Will Decide
IFIMES
A Slovene article commenting on the forthcoming runoff presidential election in Serbia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-02-05
Where is Macedonia Bound?
IFIMES
A Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Macedonia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-10-23
Slovenia and NATO: A Handful of Useful Experiences
IFIMES
An analysis of Slovene experience of NATO membership as well as the enlargement with Albania and Croatia,
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-03-30
Balkans: Longer Stay in the Waiting Room
IFIMES
This Slovene article presents an overview of the current situation in the Slovenian-Croatian relations as well as in the region concerned, referring to its EU ambitions
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-03-20
Election Campaign with the Taste of Blood
IFIMES
A Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Albania
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-06-23
Elusive Finality: Despatch from Newly-Independent Kosovo
IFIMES
A Slovene commentary on the current situation in Kosovo
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-18
Russia-EU Beyond 2007: Russian Domestic Debates
IFRI
This 24-page French paper calls for the creation of strategic goals to shape EU-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-07-03
Injecting More Differentiation in European Neighbourhood Policy: What Consequences for Ukraine?
IFRI
This 25-page French paper argues that the EU should develop more differentiation within the ENP
European UnionPosted: 2008-07-25
Energy Transit: Experience and Perspectives
IFRI
Report of a French presentation on energy transit from a European perspective
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-04
Russia and the ‘Eastern Partnership’ after the War in Georgia
IFRI
This 26-page French paper analyzes the reactions of the former Soviet republics comprising the "Eastern Partnership" to the Russian offensive against Georgia
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-07-23
Ownership Unbundling in Energy Markets
IFRI
An overview of the European debate on the ownership and regulation of energy transport infrastructure in Europe
European Union, EnergyPosted: 2008-01-31
Europe in Russian Foreign Policy: Important but no Longer Pivotal
IFRI
This 23-page French paper investigates the place Europe holds in Russian foreign policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-05-20
Europe in Global, Innovation-Based Competition
IFRI
A 30-page report of a conference held to address Europe's position in global innovation
European Union, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2007-05-03
Birthing Athena: The Uncertain Future of the European Security and Defense Policy
IFRI
This 43-page French paper considers the future of the European Security and Defence Policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-31
Russia and the Council of Europe: Ten Years Wasted?
IFRI
A 20-page French appraisal of the effect that Russian membership of the Council of Europe has had on Russia and the Council
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-02-04
NATO and Russia: Post-Georgia Threat Perceptions
IFRI
This 23-page French policy paper examinines the possibilities for NATO-Russian cooperation following the war in Georgia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-05-17
Making Good Use of the EU in Georgia: The "Eastern Partnership" and Conflict Policy
IFRI
This 22-page paper describes how the EU has stepped up the visibility of its involvement in Georgia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-07
Russia and Turkey in the Caucasus: Moving Together to Preserve the Status Quo
IFRI
This 21-page French paper examines Russia and Turkey's new relationship and its implications for the South Caucasus and the EU's "Neighbourhood Policy"
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-01-16
The Results of Negotiations on the “Climate and Energy Package”
ifri
This French article details the agreement reached last December on the Climate and Energy Package proposed by the European Commission to achieve two of the objectives set up by the European Council in March 2007: a 20% reduction of EU greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2020 compared to 1990 levels (a 30% reduction in case an international agreement on climate change is concluded); and a 20% share of renewable energy sources in EU energy consumption by 2020, with a 10% target for biofuels
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-28
Injecting More Differentiation in European Neighbourhood Policy
IFRI
This 25-page French paper urges the EU to recognise the European aspirations of countries such as Ukraine
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-08
Toward a New Euro-Atlantic "Hard" Security Agenda
IFRI, CSIS
This 22-page paper examines the prospects for trilateral US-EU-Russian cooperation on hard security issues
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-08-14
The Nordic Welfare Model in a European Perspective
IFS
A 40-page Swedish working paper analysing central dimensions of Nordic social assistance, such as the generosity, scope and effectiveness of benefits
Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-07
Health Care Developments in EU Member States: Regressing Trends and Institutional Similarity?
IFS
This 44-page Swedish working paper performs a diachronical cross-national analysis of health care services in Europe, examining questions of decline and convergence of European health care systems
Health, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-07
Reforming Europe: The EU Moves On
IISS
A 2-page article examining conflicting visions for the future of Europe
European UnionPosted: 2007-08-17
Balkan Crime Jeopardises EU Accession Hopes
IISS
A commentary asserting that recent evidence of the depth and scale of criminal and corrupt activities have bolstered the arguments of those who believe that these countries have a long way to go before they can accede to the EU, and that any attempt to accelerate their accession would be mistaken
European Union, CorruptionPosted: 2010-08-31
The OSCE's Uncertain Future
IISS
A 3-page commentary on the credibility of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) as a regional security provider
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-25
NATO at 60
IISS
This 21-page article considers how NATO's Afghan mission has brought home the strains between ambitious political aspirations and military capacity
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-03-27
Proposals from the Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on the New European Security Treaty: Origins and Prospects
IISS et al.
A statement of Russian proposals for a new European security architecture made at a London conference in December 2009
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-06
Turkey in Europe: Breaking the Vicious Circle
Independent Commission on Turkey
This report argues that, in the interest of both Turkey and the EU. European governments must honor their commitments and treat Turkey with fairness and the respect it deserves. On its side, Turkey has to re-engage in a dynamic, broad-based reform process, thus confirming that it is willing and serious in its ambition to join the EU
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-09-28
Europe’s Radical Carbon Choice
Inside Story
This article reports that European governments are considering a plan to cut carbon emissions irrespective of what other countries decide
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-11
Turkey’s Local Elections of 2009: Winners and Losers
Insight Turkey
This 18-page Turkish article presents a descriptive account of the March 2009 local elections in Turkey and offers a nation-wide and regional evaluation of trends in Turkish elections since 2004
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-22
Syria, Israel and the Peace Process: What Can be Learned from the Paris Summit?
INSS
An Israeli article on the implications of the Mediterranean Union summit for Syria, Israel and the Peace Process
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-07-25
The Challenge of Muslim Integration in Europe
INSS
This Israeli article examines the question of Muslim integration in Europe
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-11
The European Union: Going the Way of the Titanic?
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the future prospects for the European Union
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-10
The NATO Summit: The Day After
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the November 2010 NATO summit
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-29
EU and Recent Events in the Southern Mediterranean
INSS
An Israeli analysis considering the EU’s contribution to the turmoil in the Middle East and the opportunities it may have missed in preventing it, pan-systemic conclusions that may be drawn in response to the changes the region now faces, and the ramifications of possible changes on Israel’s relations with the EU.
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-16