European Union
The Major Roadblock to Muslim Assimilation in Europe
Brookings
An article on the difficulties involved in Muslim assimilation in Europe
European Union, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-08-22
CIEP Vision on the Gas Target Model
Clingendael
This 28-page Dutch paper sheds its light on the European discussion concerning a future framework for gas regulation
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2011-08-25
Nuclear Deterrence in Europe
Rand Corporation
This US monograph examines Russia’s evolving framework for nuclear deterrence and its implications for U.S. military operations in Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2011-08-25
Financial Contagion and the European Debt Crisis
CESifo
This 34-page working paper investigates whether contagious effects are identifiable during the Euro Crisis, or if the countries’ problems are instead due to fundamental problems in the affected economies
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-09
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
European Security Practices via-à-vis the Mediterranean
DIIS
This 38-page Danish working paper analyzes the implications of European security practices vis-à-vis the Mediterranean in value terms as deduced from an analysis of 'facts on the ground' and local actors' perspectives
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-10
A Gathering European Economic Storm
AEI
An 8-page US presentation pointing to a heightened risk that the Eurozone will experience a spate of sovereign debt defaults within the next six months
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-09-12
Greece's Debt Crisis: Overview, Policy Responses, and Implications
CRS
A 24-page US report on Greece's sovereign debt crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-12
A Fragmented Europe in a Frail Congo
CSS
This 3-page Swiss analysis calls for a coherent and strategic (international) approach to provide valuable impetus to the most pressing Congolese needs
International Development, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-15
The European Union’s WMD Strategy and the CFSP: A Critical Analysis
SIPRI
This 16-page Swedish paper analyses the EU's WMD strategy
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-19
Can Greece ‘Grow Solvent’?
CEPS
This 3-page commentary explores whether Greece can now ’grow solvent’
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-09-19
The EU and Ukraine - Where to Next?
EPC
A 4-page policy brief looking at developments in Ukraine’s relationship with the EU since independence twenty years ago
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-23
The Euro-Area Crisis: Weighing Policy Options and the Scope for U.S. Leverage
Brookings
A 24-page US House testimony on the European debt and financial crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-27
How the Debt Crisis Can Advance Sino-European Relations
ISS
An opinion arguing that Chinese economic activism presents both Beijing and the indebted European capitals with the opportunity of further discussion about their bilateral relations, including the role that China can play in solving Europe’s debt crisis, and the concessions that Europe would be ready to make
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-29
Europe and Angola: The Case for Deeper Engagement
ISS
An analysis of Angola's growing significance for Europe
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-29
Can the European Union Play a Balanced Role in the South Caucasus?
ADA
An Azerbaijani article on the role of the EU in the South Caucasus
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-29
European Debt and Financial Crisis: Origins, Options
Peterson Institute
A US Congressional testimony analyzing the roots of the current European debt and financial crisis and proposals for resolution of the crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-10-05
The Eurozone Crisis and the US Economy: What Has Gone Wrong?
AEI
This 5-page US outlook examines how the United States and Europe are currently embroiled in interconnected economic crises that represent a threat not only to their own citizens but also to the world economy as a whole
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-10-05
The EU and the Arab Spring: From Munificence to Geo-strategy
FRIDE
This Spanish brief argues that emerging dynamics in the Middle East and North Africa suggest that over the longer-term the EU will also require a fundamentally more strategic approach to the region
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-10-07
A Weaker Russia: Serious Repercussions for EU-Russia Relations
SWP
This 4-page German commentary considers the validity of the EU's current policy towards Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-10-07
Could the Stability and Growth Pact be Substituted by the Financial Markets?’
EIoP
This 26-page paper investigates whether the European Union’s main fiscal rule, the Stability and Growth Pact, could be substituted by financial markets, taking into account the effects of the latest financial and economic crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-10-11
Ends, Means, and Meaning
A Belgian article claiming that the EU lacks a clear strategic narrative
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-10-13
Eurozone Governments and the Financial Markets: A Troubled Marriage
Brookings
This 8-page US paper tries to explain why the markets react as they do to those European governmental decisions and signals
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-10-17
Levering Europe: Alternatives for the European Financial Stability Facility
Brookings
A US analysis of current steps designed to solve the Euro crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-10-31
Resolving the Eurozone Crisis
CFR
A brief offering a US perspective on the latest "comprehensive" plan to tackle the escalating eurozone sovereign debt crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-10-31
Natural Gas as an Instrument of Russian State Power
SSI
A 166-page US monograph providing an unbiased examination of: the scarcity of natural gas in the contemporary security environment; the salience of natural gas in Russia’s national security strategies; and, the natural gas pipeline politics in Eastern and Central Europe
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2011-11-02
The Euro Area Crisis: Origin, Current Status, and European and US Responses
Peterson Institute
A 17-page US House testimony on the origins of the four principal aspects of the euro area crisis, the recent crises responses by European and US leaders, and the impact of the euro area crisis on US political and economic interests
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-11-03
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
China's Assistance Could Do More Harm Than Good in the Eurozone
CEPS
A commentary arguing that a large inflow of funds from China and other 'investors' could in fact do more harm to the Eurozone than good. In the author's view, the incoming capital would strengthen the euro and thus make a recovery in the periphery even more difficult
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-11
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
Italian Debt Cloud Hangs Over Europe
CFR
A US policy brief expressing the concern existing in the markets over Italy's ability to pass needed austerity measures and fend off eurozone sovereign debt contagion
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-14
A Greek Technocrat's Tall Task
CFR
This US analysis brief considers the task facing Greece's new government
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-14
The European Debt Crisis: Strategic Implications for the Transatlantic Alliance
Peterson Institute
A US House testimony assessing the implications of the European debt crisis for the transatlantic alliance
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-11-15
The Moldovan Jigsaw
CEIP
A US commentary on the current political situation in Moldova
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-11-25
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
How Did Europe's Debt Crisis Get So Bad?
AEI
This 5-page US article explains how Europe is now battling an acute systemic debt crisis that threatens the global financial system and the global economy
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-12-02
Waking the Nuclear Dragon? NATO's Defence and Deterrence Posture Review
DIIS
A 4-page Danish policy brief asserting that many features of NATO’s cold war nuclear posture are likely to remain in place after NATO's Defence and Deterrence Posture Review
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2011-12-05
Pakistan's Crisis: What Role for the EU?
FRIDE
This Spanish policy brief examines how the EU can strengthen its engagement in Pakistan
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-12-05
Europe's Foreign and Security Policy Adrift: Strengthening the Role of the EU-3
SWP
This 4-page German commentary asserts that the current lack of political cohesion on European foreign policies can only truly change if the forerunners of European foreign and security policy – Germany, France and the United Kingdom – align their global interests
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-12-06
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
Dealing with Debt Crises in the Eurozone
SWP
A 38-page German research paper suggesting a future framework for sovereign debt crisis management and prevention in the euro area
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-06
How to Strengthen the European External Action Service
CEIP
A 20-page US paper urging corrective action to overcome the flaws in the EEAS
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-12-17
The Euro Imbalances and Financial Deregulation
Levy Economics Institute
This 37-page US working paper aims to show that, contrary to conventional wisdom, the crisis in Europe is the result of an imbalance between core and noncore countries that is inherent in the euro economic model
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-01-12
Wind and Gas: Back-up or Back-out “That is the Question”
Clingendael
The focus of this 48-page study is to explore the effect that the deployment of a large share of wind energy has on the Northwest European power generation mix in the current market circumstances
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2012-01-12
The CAP Post-2013: More Equitable, Green and Market-oriented?
Egmont
This 11-page Belgian policy brief considers how to make the CAP more equitable, green and market-oriented
European UnionPosted: 2012-01-13
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
Ripples in a Rising Tide: Why Some EU Regions Receive More Structural Funds than Others
EIoP
This 29-page paper investigates the distribution of European Union Structural Funds across EU regions
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-02-01
Europe's Winter of Discontent
IRPP
This 9-page Canadian essay examines the roots of the European project's debt crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-02-01
The Outlook for the Euro Crisis and Implications for the United States
Peterson Institute
This US Congressional testimony looks at the implications of the Euro crisis for the United States
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-13
Outlook for the Euro Area
Peterson Institute
This US Congressional testimony provides an outlook for the Euro area
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-13
European Union Enlargement
CRS
This 17-page US report examines the prospects for EU enlargement
European UnionPosted: 2012-02-16
Interest Rate Shock and Sustainability of Italy's Sovereign Debt
Peterson Institute
This 10-page US policy brief examines the sensitivity of the Italian public debt outlook to a new higher interest rate environment, as well as to possible shortfalls from fiscal targets
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-21
Unraveling the Euro Crisis
Peterson Institute
A US speech assessing whether the euro will unravel
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-02-21
European Foreign Policy Scorecard 2012
ECFR
The European Foreign Policy Scorecard 2012 is a 150-page evaluation of Europe’s performance in pursuing its interests and promoting its values in the world
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-21
Explaining the Evolution of European Union Foreign Climate Policy: A Case of Bounded Adaptiveness
EIoP
This 30-page paper sets out to identify the driving factors behind the evolution of how the European Union has developed its foreign climate policy
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-22
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
European Foreign Policy and the Euro Crisis
CEIP
A US Q&A concluding that the euro crisis demonstrates the fundamental need for cooperation and in the long run EU member states will be drawn closer together
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-02
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
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 ETS as a Driver for Future Carbon Markets
CEPS
This 56-page report analyses the purposes and potential of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme for improving the cost-effectiveness of mitigation actions by expanding its scope to new sectors, linking with future flexible mechanisms and enhancing the long-term price signal
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2012-03-13
The Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union (aka Fiscal Compact)
CEPS
A 2-page commentary on the Fiscal Compact signed on 2 March 2012 by all member states of the EU (except the UK and the Czech Republic)
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-03-15
Moldova deserves more from the EU
FIIA
A 2-page Finnish commentary on political stability in Moldova
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2012-03-16
Regional Implications of NATO Withdrawal from Afghanistan: What Role for the EU?
FRIDE
A 7-page Spanish policy brief considering the EU's future role in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2012-03-16
The EU's Energy Roadmap 2050: Targets without Governance
SWP
This 4-page German commentary setting out the issues influencing the future shape of Europe's energy sector
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2012-03-16
The Eurozone Crisis: Overview and Issues for Congress
CRS
A 23-page report providing an overview of the Eurozone's economic problems and the ramifications for the US
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-03-21
"A Cinderella Story?": Restructuring of the European Refining Sector
Clingendael
This 123-page energy paper analyses the current phase of restructuring of the European refining sector
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2012-04-13
The EU's Approach to Burma: How to Get Back into the Game
Clingendael
A 3-page Dutch brief argues that the EU should abandon its dogmatic stance towards Burma and take steps to show that it is committed to the reform process
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-04-13
An Arab Springboard for EU Foreign Policy?
Egmont Institute, CEPS, EPC
This 97-page publication addresses some of the key dimensions of the EU’s engagement with the Mediterranean region
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-04-14
The EU Strategic Partnerships Review: Ten Guiding Principles
ESP
A 6-page paper considering the EU's approach to strategic partnerships
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-04-14
An EU Security Strategy: An Attractive Narrative
Egmont Institute
This 5-page Belgian paper considers the EU's security strategy
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-04-14
The Case for Renewing Transatlantic Capitalism
EPC
This 60-page report sets out a range of recommendations to further deepen the economic relationship between the EU and the US
Globalisation & International Trade, European UnionPosted: 2012-04-14
Russia – EU: Competing Logics of Region Building
DGAP
A German analysis proposing that in lieu of bilateral projects, the EU and Russia should emphasize multilateral cooperation and should especially promote the strengthening of regional institutions
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2012-04-14
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
TE - SAT 2012: EU Terrorism Situation and Trend Report
Europol
A 48-page report on terrorist activity in Europe during 2011
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2012-04-26
Labor Mobility in an Enlarged European Union
IZA
This 50-page discussion paper summarizes and comparatively evaluates what we know about labour mobility in an enlarged Europe to date
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2012-05-03
Who Killed Europe? A Provocation
FPRI
A US essay examining the root causes of Europe's crisis
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-09
India and Europe in a Multipolar World
CEIP
This 15-page US paper explains how to revitalize the relationship between the EU and India, which has underperformed despite its tremendous potential
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-05-11
Stepping up Growth Policies
CEPS
A 4-page 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: 2012-05-21
EU Defence Policy after Chicago: Going Smart?
CEPS
This 3-page commentary, published on the eve of the NATO Summit in Chicago (May 20-21), this CEPS Commentary analyses the impact of the summit and the Smart Defence agenda on the European Union’s defence policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2012-05-21
The Sovereign Debt Crisis: Placing a Curb on Growth
CEPS
This 136-page book explores the respective risks associated with the strategies of growth and budget-balancing. It further investigates the consequences for the international monetary and financial system of developing countries’ public debts ceasing to be risk-free
European UnionPosted: 2012-05-21
A Eurosceptic Big Bang: Finland's EU Policy in Hindsight of the 2011 Elections
FIIA
This 7-page Finnish briefing paper explains how the broad consensus on EU affairs in Finland has broken down, at least temporarily
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-24