European Union
Lisbon II, Two Years On: An Assessment of the Partnership for Growth and Jobs
CEPS
This 58-page report assesses the progress of the Partnership for Growth and Jobs during the 2006-07 cycle
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-07-11
EU Policy in the South Caucasus: A View from Azerbaijan
CEPS
A 27-page working paper examining trends affecting EU policies in the South Caucasus, with special reference to Azerbaijan
European UnionPosted: 2007-07-11
What Exactly is Happening in Turkey?
CEPS
A 3-page commentary on current political moves in Turkey
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-07-11
The Treaty of Lisbon: Implementing the International Innovations
CEPS
A 150-page collaborative report aiming to highlight potential problems in implementing the Treaty of Lisbon and to mitigate possible negative effects
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-11-22
European Islam: Challenges for Public Policy and Society
CEPS
This 227-page study addresses the main issues concerning the presence of Islam in Europe
European Union, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2007-11-21
A Farewell to Open Borders? The Danish Approach
CEPS
This 14-page paper seeks to clarify a few basic elements to help counter future ‘plots’ against free movement within Europe
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2011-11-11
Two for the Price of One?
CEPS
A 2-page commentary on the new 'Lisbon Treaty'
European UnionPosted: 2007-11-02
Fusing Security and Development: Just Another Euro-Platitude?
CEPS
A 24-page working paper examining the EU's commitment to adopting developmental approaches to security
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-10-22
Evaluating the EU's Crisis Missions in the Balkans
CEPS
A 158-page book evaluating the EU's first crisis management operation in the Western Balkans
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2007-10-22
Kosovo Merits Special Status as Part of the EU
CEPS
A 4-page policy brief proposing a special relationship that the EU might develop with Kosovo to help avert future conflict
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-12
State (un)Sustainability in the Southern Mediterranean and Scenarios to 2030: The EU’s Response
CEPS
This 17-page policy paper considers the concept of sustainability and how it is central to any understanding of Mediterranean politics
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-08-09
Political Islam in Algeria
CEPS
A 10-page working paper analyzing how Islamic parties in Algeria are building a new relationship with democratic mechanisms in Europe
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-06-14
Political Islam in Morocco
CEPS
This 13-page working paper examines the potential challenges to relations with Europe posed by the growing electoral popularity of Morocco's Islamists
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-06-14
Stepping up Growth Policies
CEPS
A 4-page policy brief calling upon the European Council to consider launching a new growth initiative, centered on mobilising vast resources at EU level for investment in worthy projects of common interest Europe-wide
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-03-13
EU Justice and Home Affairs in the Western Balkans
CEPS
This 34-page working paper examines the routes by which the EU can bring states in the Western Balkans closer to EU standards in justice and home affairs
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-02-23
Germany's Regularisation of November 2006: Committed to an EU Immigration Policy?
CEPS
A 3-page commentary on the internal and European ramifications of Germany's recent regularisation of irregular residents
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2007-02-24
Legal Immigration: Time for Europe to Play Its Hand?
CEPS
A 20-page working paper recapitulating the main phases of Community action in respect of legal immigration for economic reasons
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2007-02-24
Making Sense of Sarkozy's Union for the Mediterranean
CEPS
A 25-page commentary on President Sarkozy's proposed Union for the Mediterranean
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-14
Decoupling: Can Europe Avoid a Recession?
CEPS
A 3-page commentary exploring whether Europe will follow the US into a likely recession
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-31
European Neighbourhood Policy Two Years On: Time Indeed for an 'ENP Plus'
CEPS
A 31-page paper outlining a plan for an upgrading and refining of the ENP
European Union, HealthPosted: 2007-03-22
The European Union as a Normative Foreign Policy Actor
CEPS
This 38-page working paper examines whether the EU fits a normative foreign policy paradigm
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-31
Political Islam in Turkey
CEPS
This 16-page working paper examines the sustainability of the pro-European discourse in Turkey
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-04-25
Profiling Normative Foreign Policy: The European Union and its Global Partners
CEPS
An 18-page working paper developing a conceptual framework for a study of normative foreign policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-04
Interculturalism: Europe and its Muslims in Search of Sound Societal Models
CEPS
This 190-page book examines the staus of multiculturalism and assimilation in respect of Muslims in Europe
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2011-06-13
Readings in European Security, Volume 4
CEPS
This 269-page volume considers the EU's internal and external challenges on different fronts
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-05-24
An Evaluation of the French Proposal for a Restructuring of Greek Debt
CEPS
A 9-page policy brief examining the merits of a new proposal from France aimed at resolving the Greek debt crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-07-20
Turkmenistan in Transition: A Window for EU Engagement
CEPS
A 122-page brief outlining the opportunities for the EU to engage with Turkmenistan
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-24
Terrorism, Borders and Migration
CEPS
A 6-page critique of the European Commission's published programme for terrorism, borders and migration
European UnionPosted: 2007-06-01
Security Challenges in Central Asia: Implications for the EU's Engagement Strategy
CEPS
A 6-page policy brief examining the formidable set of security challenges facing the EU in Central Asia
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-09-06
Towards Common Standards on Rights of Suspected and Accused persons in criminal proceedings in the EU?
CEPS
This 22-page paper examines the Roadmap for strengthening procedural rights of suspected or accused persons in criminal proceeding in the EU
Crime, Law & Order, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-11
Lessons from the Asian Monetary Fund for the European Monetary Fund
CEPS
This 4-page policy brief draws lessons from the Asian experience for the recent debate in Europe over the feasibility and desirability of creating a European stability fund
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-04-18
Russia in Europe and the West
CEPS
A commentary speculating that circumstances are propitious for a new and positive turn to Russia’s relations with Europe and the transatlantic community
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-18
Illusion of Power: Russia after the South Caucasus Battle
CEPS
A 24-page paper aiming at reassessing Russia’s military, political, economic and diplomatic might after the battle in the South Caucasus. The research concludes with proposals for a new Western strategy on Russia and the EU’s Eastern Neighbourhood which would ensure an undivided and sustainable European order
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-03-05
Collapse in Eastern Europe? The Rationale for the Creation of a European Financial Stability Fund
CEPS
This 5-page commentary looks at the threat posed to EU banks by their exposure to capital flights and currency attacks in Eastern Europe, recommending the creation of a large scale, temporary European Financial Stability Fund to deal with the crisis.
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-03-05
What Kind of Governance for the Eurozone?
CEPS
This 8-page policy brief argues that the role of governments in managing the Eurozone has been over-emphasised and that conversely the role of the monetary authorities, in particular the European Central Bank, has been under-emphasised.
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-29
R&D in Europe: Expenditures Across Sectors, Regions and Firm Sizes
CEPS
This 64-page study provides an in-depth comparative analysis of the structure of R&D in Europe.
European Union, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2009-02-19
Kazakhstan and the South Caucasus Corridor in the Wake of the Georgia-Russia War
CEPS
This 6-page policy brief examines the political, strategic and energy supply issues involved with the South Caucasus Corridor project
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-04
Long-Term Energy Security Risks for Europe: A Sector-Specific Approach
CEPS
This 56-page paper aims to identify and evaluate existing and potential EU energy supply risks on the basis of a sector-specific approach.
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-03
Greece and the IMF
CEPS
A 2-page commentary on the ability of the IMF to support Greece
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-04-11
How to Make European Pensions Adequate and Sustainable?
CEPS
This 16-page Europe-wide report highlights the differences among EU member states when it comes to saving for retirement The project also provided new, detailed statistics on the socio-economic situation of the elderly in the EU, developed scenarios for the future and described the key concepts and analytical tools available to policy-makers
Ageing, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-07
Reaching the 2°C Target: Technological Requirements, Economic Costs and Policies
CEPS
This 14-page policy brief addresses questions surrounding the European Union’s proclaimed goal to stabilise the global mean temperature at less than 2°C above pre-industrial levels
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-05-21
Informing the Immigration Debate
CEPS
This background briefing aims to inform the debate about immigration for the political parties as they prepare for the EP elections and address the voting public
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-05-21
The Securitisation of Islam in Europe
CEPS
This 17-page research paper summarises the main hypotheses and results of the research on the securitisation of Islam. It presents recommendations to facilitate the greater inclusion of Muslims within European public spheres
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-05-07
National and EU-Level Estimates of Energy Supply Externalities
CEPS
This 7-page policy brief presents an overview of the theoretical externalities associated with energy security measures and develops estimates for the size of the external costs of energy arising from energy insecurity
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-05-07
Turkey and the EU: A Play in Search of a Script
CEPS
This 4-page commentary warns that the EU is dodging the critical issue of how to establish friendly and constructive relations with an independent, self-confident Turkey
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-29
Synergies vs. Spheres of Influence in the Pan-European Space
CEPS
This 104-page report investigates whether and how the European Union, in its policies towards Russia, the Eastern partner countries and Central Asia, might build stronger common programmes and projects across these three political ‘spaces’
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-05-07
A People’s Peace in Cyprus: Testing Public Opinion on the Options for a Comprehensive Settlement
CEPS
A 118-page book containing the results of a survey, conducted simultaneously in the Southern and Northern parts of the island in January and February 2009. It delves into the Cypriots’ views on the thorniest questions of the conflict
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-13
Learning from the Crisis: A Market Approach to Securing European Natural Gas Supplies
CEPS
This 4-page policy brief looks at a concrete proposal on how to use markets to secure against risks in European gas supplies. Its aim is to come up with a crisis response mechanism to gas disruptions, which is still missing in the current Directive 2004/67/EC concerning measures to safeguard security of natural gas supply
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-07
The Case for a Gas Transit Consortium in Ukraine: A Cost-Benefit Analysis
CEPS
A 13-page policy brief arguing for a comprehensive and robust solution to the Russia-Ukraine gas dispute
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-02
What Can Be Expected from the Czech EU Presidency?
CEPS
A 5-page commentary on what might be expected from the Czech presidency of the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-01-13
The Same Old Modernisation Game? Russian Interpretations of Modernisation
CEPS
This 14-page working document aims to illustrate the diversity of and competition for the dominance of views on Russia’s future. It further analyses the obstacles to a successful realisation of the ambitious modernisation agenda and outline the implications for the new EU-Russia modernisation partnership
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-29
A Call for a European Financial Stability Fund
CEPS
This 3-page commentary calls for the creation of a massive European Financial Stability Fund to cope with the financial and economic crises
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-01
Climate Change Policy after the Financial Crisis
CEPS
A 2-page commentary assessing how climate change policies in Europe may be affected by the financial crisis
European Union, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-11-01
Adaptation to Climate Change in the European Union: Efficiency vs. Equity Considerations
CEPS
This 31-page working paper proposes a framework for EU climate policy that would encompass both efficiency and equity concerns
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2008-09-30
At What Cost Price Stability?
CEPS
This 22-page paper considers the cost of re-establishing price stability in foregone output and higher unemployment
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-09-06
Social Exclusion among the Elderly: A Comparative Study of EU Member States
CEPS
A 90-page report focusing on exclusion among the elderly in EU member states
Ageing, European UnionPosted: 2008-09-05
Benchmarking in the EU: Lessons from the EU Emissions Trading System for the Global Climate Change Agenda
CEPS
A 64-page report identifying the key issues arising from the current benchmarking exercise under the EU ETS and analyses the principal controversial topics on benchmark-based allocation, leading to a number of concrete recommendations
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-29
Looking Afresh at the External Representation of the EU in the International Arena
CEPS
A 5-page policy brief serves both as an overview of the complexities of EU and member state external representation and as an invitation to further debate on the issue
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-29
What is Happening in Turkey? Party Closure and Beyond
CEPS
A 3-page commentary providing a background to current political tensions in Turkey
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-08-04
Building Confidence in Peace
CEPS
A 104-page book examining possible solutions to the Cyprus conflict
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-02
The Struggle for a Civilized Wider European Order
CEPS
This 30-page working paper focuses on the risks posed by the Georgia-Russia war and the global financial and economic crises to the EU objective of achieving a civilized wider European order
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-04
The New Northern Dimension of the European Neighbourhood
CEPS
This 237-page book examines regional cooperation among the countries in Europe’s northern neighbourhood, with an emphasis on the pitfalls and successes of engaging Russia.
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-13
The Post-2010 Lisbon Process: The Key Role of Education in Employment and Competitiveness
CEPS
This 14-page paper points out that education should be the central objective of the post-2010 Lisbon Process. The paper asserts that education is beneficial for employment rates, that it is a key driver for long-term economic growth and that it appears to be beneficial for social cohesion
Education, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-18
Concrete Steps towards More Integrated Financial Oversight
CEPS
This 44-page report is based on discussions in the CEPS Task Force on Concrete Steps towards More Integrated Financial Oversight in the EU and was complemented by substantial internal research.
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-09
The Promotion of Human Security in EU Security Policies
CEPS
A 7-page policy brief calling for a comprehensive understanding of the internal/external security landscape from an EU perspective
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-11
Job Quality and Labour Market Performance
CEPS
A 23-page working paper analyzing job quality and labour market performance in Europe
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2010-06-08
The Banking Crisis: Causes, Consequences and Remedies
CEPS
A 12-page policy brief arguing for a return to the narrow banking model
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-28
Climate Governance Post-2012: Options for EU Policy-Making
CEPS
This 16-page policy brief presents the preliminary findings of the large-scale research programme ADAM – Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies: Supporting European Climate Policy. It focuses on the three core issues of fragmentation, privatisation and adaptation
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-28
The Changing Dynamics of Security in an Enlarged European Union
CEPS
A 24-page paper assessing how the notions and perceptions of security and insecurity in the EU are being transformed
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-04
Time to Think of a Strategic Bargain with Russia
CEPS
This 6-page policy brief sketches the moves that would transform relations between Russia and the West
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-06
Civic Integration of Third-Country Nationals: Nationalism versus Europeanisation in the Common EU Immigration Policy
CEPS
This 46-page European paper assesses the tensions inherent in the relationship between civic integration programmes and the principles of legal certainty, proportionality and non-discrimination
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-10-23
Russian Foreign Policy in Times of Crisis: Greater Compliance or Resilient Self-confidence?
CEPS
This 10-page policy brief raises several questions in regard to Russia’s foreign policy at a time of economic difficulties
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-07-19
Time for Action: Immediate Priorities for the Next European Commission
CEPS
This 11-page policy brief offers recommendations focused on four areas: the reform of the financial sector; transport and climate policy; police and judicial cooperation; common security and foreign policy
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-07-26
Bilateral Disputes between EU Member States and Russia
CEPS
This 35-page paper employs a case-study approach to provide an in-depth analysis of selected disputes and reviews several questions of importance for EU coherence
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-08-29
On Track: Moldova Wants EU Integration, but Needs to do its Homework First
CEPS
This 2-page commentary asserts that moves by Moldova towards further visa liberalisation and a deep and comprehensive free trade area with the EU will largely depend on the sustainability and operability of the new government
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-09
Europe in the 21st century: Perspectives from the Lisbon Treaty
CEPS
A 297-page collection of essays analysing the changing equilibria in common policies, institutional settings and mechanisms of legitimisation of the European Union and sketching out possible scenarios for the 21st century
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-09
Less than 100 Days to Copenhagen: Time to Panic?
CEPS
This 2-page commentary predicts that the best outcome to be hoped for at Copenhagen at this point is an agreement to continue negotiations in earnest. It warns the developed countries, led by the EU, not to accede too easily to the less-founded demands of developing countries, just to be able to declare a political victory
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-14
Lessons from the Czech EU Presidency
CEPS
This 2-page Czech commentary identifies five major mistakes made during the Czech Presidency of the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-14
Is European Democracy Promotion on the Wane?
CEPS
This 20-page working paper examines the limits to the EU's democracy policies
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-15
Obama’s Missile U-Turn
CEPS
This 2-page commentary examines the motivations behind President Obama’s controversial decision to abandon plans for a missile defence system in Poland and the Czech Republic and assesses its consequences for US-EU relations as well as for relations between Western and Eastern Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-10-23
Democracy’s Plight in the European Neighbourhood: Struggling transitions and proliferating dynasties
CEPS
This paper discusses whether international democracy promotion in the European neighbourhood is running out of steam
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-11-02
The Externalisation of the EU’s Labour Immigration Policy: Towards Mobility or Insecurity Partnerships?
CEPS
This 43-page working paper looks at the dynamics affecting the external dimensions of the EU’s labour immigration policy. It assesses the role and functions of mobility partnerships as a mechanism for governing circular migration schemes that allow the temporary movement of individuals for employment purposes between EU member states and non-EU countries
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-11-02
Gazprom’s Changing Fortunes
CEPS
This 4-page commentary details the woes facing the natural gas market in Europe of reduced consumption and oversupply and the consequent low prices on the spot market
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-12-02
Flexible Mechanisms in Support of a New Climate Change Regime: The Clean Development Mechanism and Beyond
CEPS
The 68-page report of a task force created to consider the current operation and the continuation of the Kyoto mechanisms and well as the possibilities through the Bali Action Plan for introducing new mechanisms and tradable units after 2012
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-12-02
Tajikistan: 'Revolutionary Situation' or a Resilient State?
CEPS
This 6-page policy brief assesses the extent to which the danger of state failure is in fact real by outlining developments in the key areas of economy and security, and examining the regime’s coping capacity to deal with emerging challenges
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-12-29
The Copenhagen Accord - A First Stab at Deciphering the Implications for the EU
CEPS
This 8-page commentary is a first attempt at deciphering the implications of the Copenhagen Accord for the EU.
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-12-29
Time for Action: Immediate Priorities for the Next European Commission
CEPS
This 10-page policy brief outlines four selected policy fields where concrete action is urgently needed to stabilise the economy and set the EU on the right course out of its current limbo
European UnionPosted: 2009-07-16
The Taxation of Multinational Enterprises in the European Union
CEPS
This 6-page policy brief sets out possible approaches to designing an efficient trans-border corporate tax system for the European Union
Taxation, European UnionPosted: 2010-02-06
After the European election: A more conservative EU
CEPS
A brief assessment of the outcome for Europe and for the European Parliament itself in the aftermath of the European parliamentary elections
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-14
Policy-Making in the EU: Achievements, Challenges and Proposals for Reform
CEPS
The 120-page report on the findings of a number of expert groups formed to analyse the major issues and challenges facing the European Union today and to put forward recommendations for reform that can realistically be implemented in the short and medium term
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-07-14
Future Impacts of Climate Change across Europe,
CEPS
A 27-page working paper reviewing the potential impacts of climate change on 11 key indicator categories and 3 large regions covering the entire European Union
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-03
Informing the Asylum Debate
CEPS
This 4-page background briefing aims to inform the debate about the issues relevant to asylum in Europe
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-06-04
Into EurAsia: Monitoring the EU’s Central Asia Strategy
CEPS
This 157-page volume offers the first assessment of the ambitious strategy to upgrade the EU’s cooperation with the five states of the Central Asia region: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-03
Readings in European Security, Volume 5
CEPS
This 264-page volume tackles the big issues of European and global security in these turbulent political and economic times
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-06-14
Do We Detect Some Neo-Finlandisation in the Eastern Neighbourhood?,
CEPS
This 2-page commentary surveys the overall strategic landscape of the six Eastern Neighbourhood partners of the EU
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-06-04
The IMF's Stand-by Arrangements and the Economic Downturn in Eastern Europe: The Cases of Hungary, Latvia, and Ukraine
CEPR
This 32-page US report examines IMF agreements with three countries, Hungary, Latvia, and Ukraine, and finds that in all three countries there were mistakes in economic policy that increased their vulnerability to the external shocks
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-10
More Pain, No Gain for Greece: Is the Euro Worth the Costs of Pro‐Cyclical Fiscal Policy and Internal Devaluation?
CEPR
This 24-page US paper looks at Greece’s recent experience with “internal devaluation” and finds that there is a high risk of continued prolonged recession
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-23
Alternatives to Fiscal Austerity in Spain
CEPR
This 21-page US report shows that Spain, under pressure to cut spending and raise taxes while its economy is barely recovering, might be better off with a continued stimulus
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-25
What Are the EU Trade Preferences Worth for Sub-Saharan Africa and Other Developing Countries?
CEPII
This 37-page French study examines the utilization reate and value of EU preferences to developing countries
International Development, European UnionPosted: 2006-01-10
The Euro Effects on the Firm and Product-Level Trade Margins: Evidence from France
CEPII
A French working paper investigating the effects of the euro on French exporters
European Union, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-01-13