Policy pointers

This Spanish working paper calling for a more proactive EU role in the Middle East which takes into account the Gulf states’ aspirations and builds on its credibility

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-15

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

Value of Biodiversity

Institute for European Environmental Policy

This 132-page European study provides evidence on the socio-economic costs resulting from the loss of biodiversity

Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2006-06-09

Values Promotion and Security Management in Euro-Mediterranean Relations:

DIIS

A 24-page Danish working paper examining the dilemmas of the EU's Mediterranean Policy by focusing on the case of Italy’s Mediterranean policy

European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-14

Venus Approaching Mars? The EU as an Emerging World Power

ATASP

A 32-page German draft paper analyzing the nature of the EU's emerging world power

European UnionPosted: 2007-05-25

Virtual or Real Change? The Parliamentary Elections in Belarus

ISS

This 4-page article looks at developments in Belaru before and after the September elections, and recommends ways forward for the EU.

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-07

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

Vulnerability and Bargaining Power in EU-Russia Gas Relations

FIW

This 71-page report contains three papers, each addressing selected issues concerning natural gas policy and security of gas supply in Europe

Energy, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-21

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

War Crimes, Conditionality and EU Integration in the Western Balkans

EUISS

The political conditions for opening the path towards EU integration for the countries of the Western Balkans include both full cooperation with the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia and regional reconciliation. This paper examines the extent to which this strategy has worked, looking at questions of leadership and political will, as well as the place that EU integration takes on national agendas

Crime, Law & Order, European UnionPosted: 2009-07-16

We Are at a Turning Point for the MDGs

Europe's World

An article arguing that it will demand a major effort and the leadership of the EU for the ill-effects of the global economic crisis on development to be reversed

International Development, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-08

We, the Peoples of Europe......

Council on Foreign Relations

A U.S. commentary on the EU's draft constitution

European UnionPosted: 2004-11-08

Welcome Back, America? Europe and the U.S.

Bertelsmann

An 8-page brief assessing the likely course of transatlantic relations

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-09

Welfare Migration in Europe and the Cost of a Harmonized Social Assistance

Institute for the Study of Labor

A 40-page discussion paper exploring the issue of welfare migration across the EU and estimating the costs and benefits of a harmonization of welfare in the Union

European Union, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-04-24

Well-being 2030 - A New Vision for 'Social Europe'

EPC

This 25-page paper presents the key recommendations of a research project aimed to articulate a strategic vision for the long term development of social policy in Europe

Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-08-11

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

What Actually Happens to EU Directives in the Member States?

CESifo

This working paper investigates the transposition patterns of EU directives in member states

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-26

What Ambitions for European Defence in 2020?

ISS-Europa

This 175-page volume seeks to define Europe’s long-term security and defence ambitions, and to examine how these ambitions might translate into policies

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-08-29

What an Effective Arab Strategy for the EU Should Look Like

Europe's World

This article suggests that the 65-year old 22-nation League of Arab States offers a viable framework for future cooperation between Europe and the Arab world

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-05-20

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

What Can European Leaders Learn from Koizumi?

Centre for European Policy Studies

A policy brief arguing that the European Union should emulate Japan's focus on structural reform to boost economic performance

European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-04-05

What do Europeans Want from NATO?

ISS

This 34-page report contributes to the debate on the future of NATO and studies the implications for the EU

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-10

What Europe Could Do to Save the Doha Round

Europe's World

This article argues that Europe isn’t to blame for the Doha Round’s stalemate, and should move to unblock it

Globalisation & International Trade, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-21

What Europe Must Do to Ensure a Two-state Deal

Europe's World

This article lists the key decisions European policymakers must take to ensure that the Israel-Palestinian peace process becomes viable

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-14

What Europe Wants from President Obama

CER

A 4-page policy brief outlining Europe's expectations from the incoming US President

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-02

What Europeans Think About Turkey and Why

CER

A 7-page briefing paper on European public opinion regarding Turkish accession to the EU

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-08-29

What Exactly is Happening in Turkey?

CEPS

A 3-page commentary on current political moves in Turkey

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-07-11

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

What Future for the Union for the Mediterranean?

FIIA

This 2-page Finnish commentary assesses the state of the EU\'s Union for the Mediterranean

European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-09

What Happens if France Votes No?

Centre for European Reform

A 5-page briefing note looking at the likely implications for the EU and France in the event of a "No" vote in the French referendum on the EU Constitutional Treaty

European UnionPosted: 2005-05-21

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

What is to be Done with Serbia?

ISS-EU

A 3-page analysis paper offering suggestions for the EU to consider in its short-term approach to Serbia

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-05-07

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

What Role for the EU in Resolving Conflicts in the South Caucasus?

ADA

An Azerbaijani article explaining how the European Union is increasingly active in seeking solutions to the conflicts in the South Caucasus, its leaders recognizing that without such solutions, there is a very real risk that instability in that region will spreadbeyond the Black Sea region into what is now the European Union

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-15

What Should the European Union Do About the Middle East?

CEPS

A 2-page policy brief on Europe's options for defusing conflict in the Middle East

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-10-02

What the Economic Crisis Means for the EU's Eastern Policy

CER

A 4-page policy brief assessing the implications of the global economic crisis for the EU's Eastern Policy

European UnionPosted: 2009-05-05

What to Expect from the German Presidency

CER

A 6-page briefing note assessing Angela Merkel's goals for the German presidency of the EU, and her chances of success

European UnionPosted: 2007-01-04

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

When Negotiations Begin: The Next Phase in E.U.-Turkey Relations

Centre for European Reform

A 6-page essay assessing the challenges for Turkey and the European Union likely to arise in the forthcoming accession negotiations

European UnionPosted: 2004-12-06

When the People Come In: Constitution-Making and the Belated Politicisation of the European Union

EUROGOV

This 26-page paper analyses the structural determinants of mediation and communication between the European constitution-makers and their diversified constituencies

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-04-13

When the Rules are the Real Risks

American Enterprise Institute

A commentary arguing that the European Union should adopt the common sense approach used by the U.S. for regulating the private sector

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2004-11-01

Where is Macedonia Bound?

IFIMES

A Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Macedonia

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-10-23

Which Common Policy for Agriculture and Rural Areas beyond 2013?

Notre Europe, SIEPS

The 96-page report of a conference held to review the need for a reform of the CAP

European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-01-19

White Paper - Adapting to Climate Change : Towards a European Framework for Action

Europa

A 17-page European White Paper on adapting to climate change

Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-06-18

Who Killed Europe? A Provocation

FPRI

A US essay examining the root causes of Europe's crisis

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-09

Who Monitors Public Finances?

Centre for European Policy Studies

Brief commentary on monitoring the veracity of public finance data provided by member countries to the European Commission

European UnionPosted: 2004-10-28

Who's Afraid of Tax Competition?

CEPII

A 66-page French paper investigating the tax sensitivity of FDI in the context of EU enlargement to East European countries

European UnionPosted: 2006-06-09

Why Does Spain not Have a Policy for Latin America?

FRIDE

This 5-page Spanish policy brief argues that since the region is not a priority for the EU, Latin America offers an excellent platform for Spain to develop an independent policy and influence the European agenda

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-02-07

Why France Rejoins NATO: Wooing Britain?

Cicero Foundation

A 4-page paper considering France's decision to rejoin NATO in the context of Franco-British relations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-13

Why is There a Productivity Problem in the E.U?

Centre for European Policy Studies

A 51-page working paper investigating the causes of the E.U's productivity slowdown and comparing its conclusions with the European Growth Initiative

European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-07-16

Why NATO Is on the Right Track

CEIP

An 8-page US policy brief on how NATO's new Strategy Concept should address the alliance's future nuclear policy

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-01

Why the EU fails: Learning from Past Experiences to Succeed Better Next Time

FIIA

The 79-page report of a conference held to discuss the current problems of the EU and their causes

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-22

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

Wider Europe: Nordic and Baltic Lessons to Post-Enlargement Europe

DIIS

A 147-page Danish report consisting of a collection of essays considering ramifications of European enlargement, with particular reference to the Nordic and Baltic regions

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-10-03

Will It Be Brussels, Berlin, or Financial Markets that Check Moral Hazard in Europe's Bailout Union? Most Likely the Latter!

Peterson Institute

This 15-page US policy brief contains proposals for the EU to develop a solid long-term plan for reforming the EU fiscal policy and surveillance framework

European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-10

Will Pinning NATO’s Security to Missile Defence Lead to More Cohesion?

SIPRI

A Swedish article on the prospects for missile defence in NATO

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-29

Will Spain Remain a Small Country?

CER

A 3-page briefing note commenting on Spain's influence within the EU

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-05-25

Will the Constitutional Treaty Contribute to the Legitimacy of the European Union?

European Integration Online Papers

A 21-page article exploring whether the European Constitutional Treaty may provide greater legitimacy for governance in the European Union

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-08-18

Will the EU Constitution Survive a Referendum in France?

Brookings Institution

This 6-page paper examines the possibility of a "NO" vote in the forthcoming French referendum on the EU constitutional treaty, and the implications of such a vote for European integration

European UnionPosted: 2005-03-14

Will the Irish Guillotine Lisbon?

CER

A 3-page briefing note on the prospects for Ireland's referendum on the Lisbon Treaty

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-05

Will the Real Serbia Please Stand Up?

Crisis Group

This 20-page policy briefing surveys the political situation in Serbia

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-30

Will "Europe" Survive the 21st Century?

FPRI

An American essay contemplating Europe's long-term future

European UnionPosted: 2007-08-06

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

Work-Life Balance, Management Practices and Productivity

Anglo-German Foundation

This 53-page report addresses the economic effects of changing work-life balance practices and how they relate to firm productivity and management in general

Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-05-19

Working Together to Fight Terrorism and Crime

European Policy Centre

An article stressing the need for greater cooperation and coordination between EU member states' law enforcement agencies if terrorism and crime are to be countered successfully

European UnionPosted: 2005-09-13

Youth Labour Markets in Europe and Central Asia

IZA

A 79-page discussion paper examining developments in and around the transition of young people from education to work in the ECA region in recent years

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2010-08-09

ZEI Report August 2004

Center for European Integration Studies

This 8-page issue of a quarterly newsletter features several articles relevant to different aspects of European integration

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-30

"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

"Eastern Partnership": Opening a New Chapter of Polish Eastern Policy and the European Neighbourhood Policy

ISP

A Polish paper presenting a Polish-Swedish initiative within the European Neighbourhood Policy

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-24

"Effective Multilateralism": Europe, Regional Security and a Revitalised U.N.

Foreign Policy Centre

A 66-page collection of essays arguing that the E.U. should promote regional solutions to international security threats

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2005-01-14

"Friendship" Blockaded: The Russia-Belarus Conflict is a Post-Soviet Turning Point

SWP

A 4-page German commentary on Russia's unilateral termination of its customs union with Belarus, and the implications for the energy security of Germany and Europe

Energy, European UnionPosted: 2007-02-01

"The European Union is not in Crisis - it is in Deep Crisis"

European Policy Centre

A commentary on the state of the European Union after the European Council summit

European UnionPosted: 2005-06-23

"What Prospects for the European Constitutional Treaty?"

European Policy Institutes Network

A 30-page working paper, presenting the results of a survey of national experts monitoring the EU ratification debate

European UnionPosted: 2005-02-12

'Trading Up':Improving and Extending the European Carbon Market

AGF

The 36-page report of a British-German conference held to discuss means of reducing GHG emissions in Europe

Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2007-08-09

'Worse, Not Better?' Reinvigorating Early Warning for Conflict Prevention in the Post-Lisbon European Union

Egmont

This 51-page Belgian paper offers a number of recommendations addressed primarily to the EU, which could help to mitigate some of the problems obstructing warning for early actionto prevent future conflicts

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2011-07-25