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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 Union Posted: 2010-03-03
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 Policy Posted: 2010-03-03
European Energy: The ‘Solidarity’ Conundrum
CSS
This 4-page Swiss policy analysis sets out the flaws in European energy policy
European Union
, Energy Posted: 2010-03-01
Lisbon: A Second Shot
Bertelsmann Stiftung
A 7-page German brief devoted to the EU 2020 strategy, due to replace the Lisbon Strategy
Economic Policy
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-25
The New Commission's Economic Philosophy
CER
An 8-page policy brief on the economic philosophy of the new EU Commission
European Union
, Economic Policy Posted: 2010-02-25
New Challenges and New Beginnings for European Development Cooperation
ODI et al.
A 94-page joint report from four think tanks considering how European collaboration and action on international development can be reinvigorated
International Development
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-24
Collective Bargaining Responses to the Economic Crisis in Europe
ETUI
This 7-page policy brief provides an overview of collective bargaining responses to the crisis in Europe
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-19
A Grand Strategy: Does it Matter in the Real World?
Egmont
This 4-page Belgian policy brief examines the need for a European Grand Strategy for its security
European Union
, Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-02-15
To Rule The Waves: Why a Maritime Geostrategy is Needed to Sustain European Union
Egmont
A 7-page Belgian security policy brief arguing that Europe should begin to focus more on maritime geostrategy
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-15
The Kosovo Protection Corps. A Critical Study of its De-activation as a Transition
NUPI
This 38-page Norwegian report analyses the transformation process in which the Kosovo Protection Corps (KPC) was closed down and the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) activated
Disarmament & Peacekeeping
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-12
The EU, China and India: The Promise of Trilateral Engagement
Clingendael
A 3-page Dutch paper arguing that while the EU does engage with China and India in multilateral forums that it promotes, such as the Asia–Europe Meeting (ASEM), a more focused and regular trilateral engagement is likely to be more effective over the longer term in influencing and shaping the Sino-Indian relationship
Foreign Policy
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-11
The Limits of China's Soft Power in Europe: Beijing's Public Diplomacy Puzzle
Clingendael
A 42-page Dutch paper discussing the effectiveness of China's exercise of soft power in Europe
Foreign Policy
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-11
Command and Control? Planning for EU Military Operations
EUISS
A 52-page occasional paper assessing the effectiveness of the European Union’s capability for the planning and conduct of military operations
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-07
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 Policy Posted: 2010-02-07
The Rise of Budget Support in European Development Cooperation: A False Panacea
FRIDE
European aid donors are delivering a higher share of development aid directly to governments in the form of budget support. While this offers potential for enhancing local accountability within developing states, this 5-page Spanish policy brief argues that the way it is being implemented in practice is having a negative impact
International Development
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-07
Mind the Gap: Healing the NATO Rift over US Tactical Nuclear Weapons in Europe
BASIC
A 9-page paper on the need for NATO to search for new and credible solutions to break out of the Cold War mould that bedevils the organization, threatens its cohesion, and brings doubt to its fundamental purposes
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-06
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 Union Posted: 2010-02-06
The Obama Moment: European and American Perspectives
EUISS
This 252-page study analyses the impact of Barack Obama's election on trans-Atlantic relations and the dilemmas that radical change in American foreign policy cause for the EU as a global player
European Union
, Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-01-29
Cooperation with the Kremlin
Bertelsmann Foundation
An 8-page German paper explaining how Russia and the EU have differenct concept of the meaning of security
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-29
EU-UN Cooperation in Peacebuilding: Partners in Practice?
UNIDIR
A 194-page report presents recommendations for how the EU might strengthen the EC–UN operational partnership and support
efforts to improve external coherence in peacebuilding
Disarmament & Peacekeeping
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-28
Automatic Stabilizers and Economic Crisis: US vs. Europe
CESifo
This 39-page working paper analyzes the effectiveness of the tax and transfer systems in the European Union and the US to act as an automatic stabilizer in the current economic crisis
Economic Policy
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-22
Combating the Financing of Terrorism: EU Policies, Polity and Politics
EIPA
A 7-page article discussing the activities and initiatives undertaken by the European Union in Combating
the Financing of Terrorism (CFT)
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-20
Reduction of Employment Protection in Europe: A Comparative Fuzzy-Set Analysis
CESifo
This 32-page working paper explores the conditions of the reduction of employment protection in Europe and takes a closer look at the combination of causal factors
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-20
Understanding the Dynamics of European Politics
EIoP
This 28-page article counters fears that the development of a Europe of Variable Geometry, where distinct countries are able to select their policy preferences from a menu of historical policy options rather than signing up for new policy initiatives, provides a basis for destabilizing the European Project
European Union
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-19
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 Policy Posted: 2010-01-19
Sarkozy’s Three-way NATO Bet
"Europe's World"
This article argues that President Sarkozy’s move to returning France to full NATO membership is intended to strengthen it while at the same time hastening NATO’s reform
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-18
If the EU Reneges on Balkan Enlargement It’s at its Own Peril
"Europe's World"
In this article, a former German Interior Minister warns of potentially disastrous consequences if the accession drive isn’t revived
European Union
Posted: 2010-01-18
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 Union Posted: 2010-01-15
The Impacts of Enlargement on the Central and Eastern European Countries
KIEP
This 74-page Korean paper deals with the process of EU enlargement, focusing on the negotiations and their consequences. It gathers arguments in favour of joining the European Union on the side of the new members. Moreover, it addresses traditional and new community policies that have to cope with the new challenges, starting from the decision-making process and the reforming of the common agricultural policy, through budgetary considerations to desirable new activities of the enlarged Union in economic, social and political areas
European Union
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-14
Transition Report 2009: Transition in crisis?
EBRD
The 2-page executive summary of a report that focuses on the challenges posed by the global financial crisis for the EU's transition region, both for the countries directly, and for the economic strategies they have followed since the collapse of communism.
European Union
, Economic Policy Posted: 2010-01-11
Beyond Stockholm: Overcoming the Inconsistencies of Immigration Policy
EPC
This 98-page working paper offers suggestions about a future European immigration and asylum policy
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-11
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 & Politics Posted: 2010-01-09
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 Union Posted: 2010-01-09
A Need for Strategy in a Multipolar World: Recommendations to the EU after Lisbon
Egmont
A 6-page Belgian brief arguing that Brussels needs to (1) develop a grand strategy to define the true purpose of its foreign policy; (2) forge solid strategic partnerships with key global players; and (3) contribute to the building of a new effective multilateral system which takes into account the new global structure of power
European Union
, Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-01-08
Medvedev's Plan: Giving Russia a Voice but not a Veto in a New European Security System
SSI
This 121-page US study addresses the question of how to give Russia a voice but not a veto in a new European security system and provides some provocative recommendations
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-08
British Defence Policy at a Crossroads: East of Suez Revisited?
CSS
This 3-page Swiss analysis addresses plans of the British government to come up with a new Strategic Defence Review (SDR)and its potential implications
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-08
The Eastern Partnership: Towards a New Era of Cooperation between the EU and its Eastern Neighbours?
Clingendael
The 22-page revised Dutch overview paper of a seminar held to analyse in what ways the EaP can enhance and deepen cooperation between the EU and its Eastern neighbours
European Union
, Regional Posted: 2010-01-07
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 Union Posted: 2010-01-07
Muslims in Europe: A Report on 11 EU Cities
OSI
This 341-page US report captures a snapshot of the experiences of Muslim communities in selected neighborhoods in Amsterdam and Rotterdam, Antwerp, Berlin and Hamburg, Copenhagen, Leicester and Waltham Forest–London, Marseille and Paris, and Stockholm
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-07
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 Union Posted: 2010-01-06
Strength in Numbers? Comparing EU Military Capabilities in 2009 with 1999
EUISS
This 4-page policy brief examines how much progress has been made in the past ten years in reforming the EU's military capabilities
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
Back from the Cold? The EU and Belarus in 2009
EUISS
This 111-page paper aims to provide in-depth empirical analysis on Belarus which, due to its long-standing isolation, remains a blank spot on the European map
European Union
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-04
Beyond Copenhagen: Securitising Climate Change
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief explains that one of the main imperatives beyond Copenhagen will be to incorporate the geopolitical dimensions of climate change fully into a broadened external energy security policy
Climate Change & Environment
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
The Stockholm Programme: Europe's Next Step to be an "Area of Freedom, Security and Justice"
FIIA
A 7-page Finnish briefing paper explaining the scope and implications of the EU's Stockholm Programme
European Union
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-04
The End of "Euro-romanticism" in Ukraine
SWP
This 4-page German commentary explains the Origins of anti-Western sentiments in the current Ukrainian presidential campaign
Governance & Politics
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
Asylum and Immigration Cooperation after Lisbon
SWP
This 4-page German commentary takes a critical look at the prospects for reform in European asylum and migration policy
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
The EU as a Strategic Actor in the Realm of Security and Defence?
SWP
This 170-page German study systematically takes stock of the strengths and weaknesses of the policy instrument of ESDP missions and operations, assessing their relevance and effectiveness as an instrument of European crisis management and the contribution they make to honing the EU's capacity to act on security and defence matters
European Union
, Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-01-04
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 Union Posted: 2009-12-29
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 & Politics Posted: 2009-12-29
Europe: Nice Location, Shame about the Neighbours
Europe's World
An article arguing that Europe’s biggest challenge in coming decades is how it will get along with the Islamic world, and warns that Europe needs to shake off its habitual passivity on the Palestinian issue
European Union
, Foreign Policy Posted: 2009-12-18
Public and Private Pensions: Lessons from the Crisis
ETUI
This 6-page policy brief considers the lessons to be drawn from the current economic crisis for both private and public pensions
Ageing
, European Union Posted: 2009-12-16
The Consequences for Europe of the Global Crisis
Europe's World
An article assessing the consequences of the global economic crisis for Europe
European Union
, Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2009-12-11
NATO, Russia and European Security
CER
This 26-page working paper considering what sorts of risks the NATO alliance faces from Russia, and how best to respond to them
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2009-12-08
Europe’s Share of the Climate Challenge
SEI, with FoEE
This 68-page Swedish report examines how Europe can show leadership in keeping global climate change within these limits: firstly, by undertaking domestic actions to rapidly reduce emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs), and secondly, by fulfilling its international obligations to help other countries address the twin crises of climate change and development
Climate Change & Environment
, European Union Posted: 2009-12-08
Modelling the Effects of the EU Common Agricultural Policy
Productivity Commission - Australia
An 88-page Australian study evaluates the economic aspects of the CAP
European Union
, Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2009-12-03
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 Union Posted: 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 Union Posted: 2009-12-02
The EU Non-proliferation Clause: A Preliminary Assessment
SIPRI
This 20-page Swedish paper critically surveys the record of implementation of the WMD clause
Disarmament & Peacekeeping
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-26
A New Security Architecture for Europe? Russian Proposal and Western Reactions
Egmont
A 6-page Belgian security brief discussing how Russia is proposing
to fix de jure the political commitments undertaken within the OSCE and the NATO-Russia Council
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-25
Ensuring Rights for All in Europe: Challenges for the Council of Europe and the European Union
Clingendael
A 10-page Dutch seminar overview paper on how best to ensure human rights, rule of law and democracy for all in a future Europe
Human Rights
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-24
The Revival of Atlanticism in NATO? Changing Security Identities in Britain, Norway and Denmark
NUPI
This 58-page Norwegian report argues that despite changes in the transatlantic security landscape, “Atlanticism” has survived as a particular national security orientation on the European political arena and inside NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-24
Getting into the Right Lane for 2050
PBL, Stockholm Resilience Centre
This 106-page Dutch-Swedish study identifies key policy junctions
at which the EU will soon face strategic choices. This assessment highlights the substantial potential the EU has through its regulatory powers to establish a long-term investment framework for essential infrastructure and to act as a global
player
European Union
, Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2009-11-23
The European Security Architecture Two Decades after the Fall of the Berlin Wall: Can Russia be Integrated?
SIPRI
A Swedish essay on the need for a sincere and critical effort to review the European security architecture
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-20
Immigration, Income and Productivity of Host Countries:
CEPII
This 41-page French working paper investigates the contribution of immigration to income and productivity of host countries
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-19
Overcoming Fragility in Africa: Forging a New European Approach
Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies
This 219-page report, the first edition of the "European Report on Development" focuses on the issue of fragility in its various dimensions, on its implications for development policies and on the approached to tackle it
International Development
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-18
How to Reform the EU Budget? A Methodological Toolkit
SIEPS
A 75-page Swedish study integrating insights from a number of disciplines so as to facilitate better
decision-making on EU expenditures
European Union
Posted: 2009-11-17
The European Union's Potential for Strategic Emissions Trading Through Minimal Permit Sale Contracts
CESifo
This 37-page working paper explores how the EU could benefit from making permit trade agreements with non-EU countries
Climate Change & Environment
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-17
The Economic Situation of First- and Second-Generation Immigrants in France, Germany, and the UK
IZA
This 41-page discussion paper presents and discusses comparative evidence on the performance of first- and second-generation immigrants in these three European countries in terms of education, earnings, and employment
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-12
Annual Report 2009: The State of the Drugs Problem in Europe
The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addictions
This 104-page annual report deals with
the drugs situation in Europe
Drug Abuse
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-10
Towards a Post-American Europe: A Power Audit of EU-US Relations
European Council on Foreign Relations, Soros Foundation
This 43-page study on transatlantic relationson points to European inadequacy, which is linked to internal divisions and haste in promoting its particular interests with Washington, in building a balanced relationship with its American counterpart. Amongst European illusions pointed out by the authors is the belief that interests on both sides are fundamentally the same and that the security of Europe still depends on American protection
Foreign Policy
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-10
Turkey's Accession Process to the EU: The Agenda Behind the Agenda
SWP
An 8-page German backgrounder on the prospects for Turkish accession to the EU
European Union
Posted: 2009-11-05
The West Balkans between the EU, the USA, and Russia: Challenges and Options
SWP
This 6-page German backgrounder explores the importance of enlargement policy for the EU’s self-ordained role of conflict-resolution in the West Balkans
European Union
, Regional Posted: 2009-11-05
Democratization and Security in Central and Eastern Europe and the Post-Soviet States
DGAP
The 104-page report of a conference held to highlight the different trajectories and processes of democratization in states of former communist rule
Governance & Politics
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-03
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 Union Posted: 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 Union Posted: 2009-11-02
Germany after the Elections: A Liberal Dawn?
FIIA
This 9-page Finnish briefing paper interprets the results of the recent German elections
Governance & Politics
, European Union Posted: 2009-10-29
Afghanistan's Hard Summer: The Impact on European Troop Contributing Nations
FIIA
This 14-page Finnish briefing paper reviews the debates in the troop-contributing nations of Europe about the Afghan mission
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2009-10-29
Turkey's Accession Process to the EU
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on Turkey's efforts towards accession to the EU
European Union
Posted: 2009-10-29
European Security and Defence Policy: The first 10 years (1999-2009)
ISS
This 452-page book examines the evolution of ESDP
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2009-10-28
Latest Developments in European Security: A Baltic Perspective
Chatham House
The 7-page transcript of a UK event held to examine the Baltic security perspective
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2009-10-27
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 Union Posted: 2009-10-24
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 Union Posted: 2009-10-24
Long-Range Ballistic Missile Defense in Europe
CRS
This 30-page US updated report deals with the cancellation of the Bush-proposed European BMD program
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, European Union Posted: 2009-10-22
States of Conflict: A case study on Conflict Prevention in Macedonia
IPPR
This 36-page UK report details how Macedonia was largely spared the bloody conflict that afflicted much of the rest of the Balkans due to the focused and sustained attention of the international community
Disarmament & Peacekeeping
, European Union Posted: 2009-10-16
The Better Regulation Agenda: A ‘New Deal’ in the Building of Europe?
ETUI
An 8-page policy brief critically examining the Better Regulation agenda of the European Commission
European Union
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-10-15
Legal Analysis of the Global Financial Crisis from an EU Perspective
Swedish Institute for European Studies
This 8-page Swedish policy analysis looks into legal and institutional issues that are linked to the financial crisis from the EU\'s point of view. He also offers readers a short assessment of the measures taken during the G20 in London in April 2009 and focuses on the possible impact of the crisis on the EU\'s future development
European Union
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-10-14
A Treaty Too Far?
Chatham House
This 4-page UK article argues that inspired leadership and a new spirit of openness are needed if the Lisbon Treaty is to win the consent and favour of European citizens
European Union
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-10-04
A BRIC in the World: Emerging Powers, Europe, and the Coming Order
Egmont
This 46-page Belgian paper considers the place of the EU in the coming interpolar order
European Union
, Foreign Policy Posted: 2009-10-04
The end of the Euro-Mediterranean Vision
FRIDE
A 14-page Spanish paper describing how relations between the European Union and North Africa have veered away from the political vision expounded under the Barcelona Process
European Union
, Regional Posted: 2009-10-02
Russian Gas, Ukrainian Pipelines, and European Supply Security
SWP
A 41-page German research paper concluding that gas imports from the East will remain a constant irritant and testing ground for a common European energy policy
Energy
, European Union Posted: 2009-10-02
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 Policy Posted: 2009-09-29
Key Data on Education in Europe 2009
EACEA
This 280-page report draws on qualitative and quantitative data to provide an overview of the education systems of 31 European countries, and how these systems are dealing with common educational challenges
Education
, European Union Posted: 2009-09-28
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 Union
Posted: 2009-09-25
Coming in From the Cold
EPC
A commentary arguing that Iceland already satisfies the eligibility criteria for EC membership, and that its application should be treated on its merits
European Union
Posted: 2009-09-18
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 & Environment Posted: 2009-09-18
A False Sense of Security: Europe and the Politics of Financial Crisis
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief comments that the geopolitical impact of the financial crisis has been less than many feared. In purely geopolitical terms the crisis has not been a game-changer, but one extremely influential factor amongst many that now condition foreign policy calculations
European Union
, Foreign Policy Posted: 2009-09-17
No Time to Wind Down in Bosnia
FRIDE
A Spanish policy brief examining the highly volatile nature of Bosnian politics and the challenges faced by an international community that has grown impatient, frustrated and increasingly unsure how to resolve the Bosnian quagmire
European Union
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-09-17
A False Sense of Security: Europe and the Politics of Financial Crisis
FRIDE
This Spanish policy brief looks at the politico-strategic impact of the financial cisis from a European standpoint
Economic Policy
, European Union Posted: 2009-09-16
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 Union Posted: 2009-09-15
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 & Politics Posted: 2009-09-15
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 Union Posted: 2010-03-03
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 Policy Posted: 2010-03-03
European Energy: The ‘Solidarity’ Conundrum
CSS
This 4-page Swiss policy analysis sets out the flaws in European energy policy
European Union , Energy Posted: 2010-03-01
Lisbon: A Second Shot
Bertelsmann Stiftung
A 7-page German brief devoted to the EU 2020 strategy, due to replace the Lisbon Strategy
Economic Policy , European Union Posted: 2010-02-25
The New Commission's Economic Philosophy
CER
An 8-page policy brief on the economic philosophy of the new EU Commission
European Union , Economic Policy Posted: 2010-02-25
New Challenges and New Beginnings for European Development Cooperation
ODI et al.
A 94-page joint report from four think tanks considering how European collaboration and action on international development can be reinvigorated
International Development , European Union Posted: 2010-02-24
Collective Bargaining Responses to the Economic Crisis in Europe
ETUI
This 7-page policy brief provides an overview of collective bargaining responses to the crisis in Europe
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European Union Posted: 2010-02-19
A Grand Strategy: Does it Matter in the Real World?
Egmont
This 4-page Belgian policy brief examines the need for a European Grand Strategy for its security
European Union , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-02-15
To Rule The Waves: Why a Maritime Geostrategy is Needed to Sustain European Union
Egmont
A 7-page Belgian security policy brief arguing that Europe should begin to focus more on maritime geostrategy
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-02-15
The Kosovo Protection Corps. A Critical Study of its De-activation as a Transition
NUPI
This 38-page Norwegian report analyses the transformation process in which the Kosovo Protection Corps (KPC) was closed down and the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) activated
Disarmament & Peacekeeping , European Union Posted: 2010-02-12
The EU, China and India: The Promise of Trilateral Engagement
Clingendael
A 3-page Dutch paper arguing that while the EU does engage with China and India in multilateral forums that it promotes, such as the Asia–Europe Meeting (ASEM), a more focused and regular trilateral engagement is likely to be more effective over the longer term in influencing and shaping the Sino-Indian relationship
Foreign Policy , European Union Posted: 2010-02-11
The Limits of China's Soft Power in Europe: Beijing's Public Diplomacy Puzzle
Clingendael
A 42-page Dutch paper discussing the effectiveness of China's exercise of soft power in Europe
Foreign Policy , European Union Posted: 2010-02-11
Command and Control? Planning for EU Military Operations
EUISS
A 52-page occasional paper assessing the effectiveness of the European Union’s capability for the planning and conduct of military operations
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-02-07
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 Policy Posted: 2010-02-07
The Rise of Budget Support in European Development Cooperation: A False Panacea
FRIDE
European aid donors are delivering a higher share of development aid directly to governments in the form of budget support. While this offers potential for enhancing local accountability within developing states, this 5-page Spanish policy brief argues that the way it is being implemented in practice is having a negative impact
International Development , European Union Posted: 2010-02-07
Mind the Gap: Healing the NATO Rift over US Tactical Nuclear Weapons in Europe
BASIC
A 9-page paper on the need for NATO to search for new and credible solutions to break out of the Cold War mould that bedevils the organization, threatens its cohesion, and brings doubt to its fundamental purposes
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-02-06
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 Union Posted: 2010-02-06
The Obama Moment: European and American Perspectives
EUISS
This 252-page study analyses the impact of Barack Obama's election on trans-Atlantic relations and the dilemmas that radical change in American foreign policy cause for the EU as a global player
European Union , Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-01-29
Cooperation with the Kremlin
Bertelsmann Foundation
An 8-page German paper explaining how Russia and the EU have differenct concept of the meaning of security
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-01-29
EU-UN Cooperation in Peacebuilding: Partners in Practice?
UNIDIR
A 194-page report presents recommendations for how the EU might strengthen the EC–UN operational partnership and support efforts to improve external coherence in peacebuilding
Disarmament & Peacekeeping , European Union Posted: 2010-01-28
Automatic Stabilizers and Economic Crisis: US vs. Europe
CESifo
This 39-page working paper analyzes the effectiveness of the tax and transfer systems in the European Union and the US to act as an automatic stabilizer in the current economic crisis
Economic Policy , European Union Posted: 2010-01-22
Combating the Financing of Terrorism: EU Policies, Polity and Politics
EIPA
A 7-page article discussing the activities and initiatives undertaken by the European Union in Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT)
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-01-20
Reduction of Employment Protection in Europe: A Comparative Fuzzy-Set Analysis
CESifo
This 32-page working paper explores the conditions of the reduction of employment protection in Europe and takes a closer look at the combination of causal factors
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European Union Posted: 2010-01-20
Understanding the Dynamics of European Politics
EIoP
This 28-page article counters fears that the development of a Europe of Variable Geometry, where distinct countries are able to select their policy preferences from a menu of historical policy options rather than signing up for new policy initiatives, provides a basis for destabilizing the European Project
European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-19
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 Policy Posted: 2010-01-19
Sarkozy’s Three-way NATO Bet
"Europe's World"
This article argues that President Sarkozy’s move to returning France to full NATO membership is intended to strengthen it while at the same time hastening NATO’s reform
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-01-18
If the EU Reneges on Balkan Enlargement It’s at its Own Peril
"Europe's World"
In this article, a former German Interior Minister warns of potentially disastrous consequences if the accession drive isn’t revived
European Union Posted: 2010-01-18
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 Union Posted: 2010-01-15
The Impacts of Enlargement on the Central and Eastern European Countries
KIEP
This 74-page Korean paper deals with the process of EU enlargement, focusing on the negotiations and their consequences. It gathers arguments in favour of joining the European Union on the side of the new members. Moreover, it addresses traditional and new community policies that have to cope with the new challenges, starting from the decision-making process and the reforming of the common agricultural policy, through budgetary considerations to desirable new activities of the enlarged Union in economic, social and political areas
European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-14
Transition Report 2009: Transition in crisis?
EBRD
The 2-page executive summary of a report that focuses on the challenges posed by the global financial crisis for the EU's transition region, both for the countries directly, and for the economic strategies they have followed since the collapse of communism.
European Union , Economic Policy Posted: 2010-01-11
Beyond Stockholm: Overcoming the Inconsistencies of Immigration Policy
EPC
This 98-page working paper offers suggestions about a future European immigration and asylum policy
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2010-01-11
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 & Politics Posted: 2010-01-09
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 Union Posted: 2010-01-09
A Need for Strategy in a Multipolar World: Recommendations to the EU after Lisbon
Egmont
A 6-page Belgian brief arguing that Brussels needs to (1) develop a grand strategy to define the true purpose of its foreign policy; (2) forge solid strategic partnerships with key global players; and (3) contribute to the building of a new effective multilateral system which takes into account the new global structure of power
European Union , Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-01-08
Medvedev's Plan: Giving Russia a Voice but not a Veto in a New European Security System
SSI
This 121-page US study addresses the question of how to give Russia a voice but not a veto in a new European security system and provides some provocative recommendations
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-01-08
British Defence Policy at a Crossroads: East of Suez Revisited?
CSS
This 3-page Swiss analysis addresses plans of the British government to come up with a new Strategic Defence Review (SDR)and its potential implications
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-01-08
The Eastern Partnership: Towards a New Era of Cooperation between the EU and its Eastern Neighbours?
Clingendael
The 22-page revised Dutch overview paper of a seminar held to analyse in what ways the EaP can enhance and deepen cooperation between the EU and its Eastern neighbours
European Union , Regional Posted: 2010-01-07
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 Union Posted: 2010-01-07
Muslims in Europe: A Report on 11 EU Cities
OSI
This 341-page US report captures a snapshot of the experiences of Muslim communities in selected neighborhoods in Amsterdam and Rotterdam, Antwerp, Berlin and Hamburg, Copenhagen, Leicester and Waltham Forest–London, Marseille and Paris, and Stockholm
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2010-01-07
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 Union Posted: 2010-01-06
Strength in Numbers? Comparing EU Military Capabilities in 2009 with 1999
EUISS
This 4-page policy brief examines how much progress has been made in the past ten years in reforming the EU's military capabilities
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
Back from the Cold? The EU and Belarus in 2009
EUISS
This 111-page paper aims to provide in-depth empirical analysis on Belarus which, due to its long-standing isolation, remains a blank spot on the European map
European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-04
Beyond Copenhagen: Securitising Climate Change
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief explains that one of the main imperatives beyond Copenhagen will be to incorporate the geopolitical dimensions of climate change fully into a broadened external energy security policy
Climate Change & Environment , European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
The Stockholm Programme: Europe's Next Step to be an "Area of Freedom, Security and Justice"
FIIA
A 7-page Finnish briefing paper explaining the scope and implications of the EU's Stockholm Programme
European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-04
The End of "Euro-romanticism" in Ukraine
SWP
This 4-page German commentary explains the Origins of anti-Western sentiments in the current Ukrainian presidential campaign
Governance & Politics , European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
Asylum and Immigration Cooperation after Lisbon
SWP
This 4-page German commentary takes a critical look at the prospects for reform in European asylum and migration policy
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
The EU as a Strategic Actor in the Realm of Security and Defence?
SWP
This 170-page German study systematically takes stock of the strengths and weaknesses of the policy instrument of ESDP missions and operations, assessing their relevance and effectiveness as an instrument of European crisis management and the contribution they make to honing the EU's capacity to act on security and defence matters
European Union , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-01-04
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 Union Posted: 2009-12-29
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 & Politics Posted: 2009-12-29
Europe: Nice Location, Shame about the Neighbours
Europe's World
An article arguing that Europe’s biggest challenge in coming decades is how it will get along with the Islamic world, and warns that Europe needs to shake off its habitual passivity on the Palestinian issue
European Union , Foreign Policy Posted: 2009-12-18
Public and Private Pensions: Lessons from the Crisis
ETUI
This 6-page policy brief considers the lessons to be drawn from the current economic crisis for both private and public pensions
Ageing , European Union Posted: 2009-12-16
The Consequences for Europe of the Global Crisis
Europe's World
An article assessing the consequences of the global economic crisis for Europe
European Union , Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2009-12-11
NATO, Russia and European Security
CER
This 26-page working paper considering what sorts of risks the NATO alliance faces from Russia, and how best to respond to them
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2009-12-08
Europe’s Share of the Climate Challenge
SEI, with FoEE
This 68-page Swedish report examines how Europe can show leadership in keeping global climate change within these limits: firstly, by undertaking domestic actions to rapidly reduce emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs), and secondly, by fulfilling its international obligations to help other countries address the twin crises of climate change and development
Climate Change & Environment , European Union Posted: 2009-12-08
Modelling the Effects of the EU Common Agricultural Policy
Productivity Commission - Australia
An 88-page Australian study evaluates the economic aspects of the CAP
European Union , Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2009-12-03
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 Union Posted: 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 Union Posted: 2009-12-02
The EU Non-proliferation Clause: A Preliminary Assessment
SIPRI
This 20-page Swedish paper critically surveys the record of implementation of the WMD clause
Disarmament & Peacekeeping , European Union Posted: 2009-11-26
A New Security Architecture for Europe? Russian Proposal and Western Reactions
Egmont
A 6-page Belgian security brief discussing how Russia is proposing to fix de jure the political commitments undertaken within the OSCE and the NATO-Russia Council
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2009-11-25
Ensuring Rights for All in Europe: Challenges for the Council of Europe and the European Union
Clingendael
A 10-page Dutch seminar overview paper on how best to ensure human rights, rule of law and democracy for all in a future Europe
Human Rights , European Union Posted: 2009-11-24
The Revival of Atlanticism in NATO? Changing Security Identities in Britain, Norway and Denmark
NUPI
This 58-page Norwegian report argues that despite changes in the transatlantic security landscape, “Atlanticism” has survived as a particular national security orientation on the European political arena and inside NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2009-11-24
Getting into the Right Lane for 2050
PBL, Stockholm Resilience Centre
This 106-page Dutch-Swedish study identifies key policy junctions at which the EU will soon face strategic choices. This assessment highlights the substantial potential the EU has through its regulatory powers to establish a long-term investment framework for essential infrastructure and to act as a global player
European Union , Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2009-11-23
The European Security Architecture Two Decades after the Fall of the Berlin Wall: Can Russia be Integrated?
SIPRI
A Swedish essay on the need for a sincere and critical effort to review the European security architecture
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2009-11-20
Immigration, Income and Productivity of Host Countries:
CEPII
This 41-page French working paper investigates the contribution of immigration to income and productivity of host countries
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2009-11-19
Overcoming Fragility in Africa: Forging a New European Approach
Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies
This 219-page report, the first edition of the "European Report on Development" focuses on the issue of fragility in its various dimensions, on its implications for development policies and on the approached to tackle it
International Development , European Union Posted: 2009-11-18
How to Reform the EU Budget? A Methodological Toolkit
SIEPS
A 75-page Swedish study integrating insights from a number of disciplines so as to facilitate better decision-making on EU expenditures
European Union Posted: 2009-11-17
The European Union's Potential for Strategic Emissions Trading Through Minimal Permit Sale Contracts
CESifo
This 37-page working paper explores how the EU could benefit from making permit trade agreements with non-EU countries
Climate Change & Environment , European Union Posted: 2009-11-17
The Economic Situation of First- and Second-Generation Immigrants in France, Germany, and the UK
IZA
This 41-page discussion paper presents and discusses comparative evidence on the performance of first- and second-generation immigrants in these three European countries in terms of education, earnings, and employment
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2009-11-12
Annual Report 2009: The State of the Drugs Problem in Europe
The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addictions
This 104-page annual report deals with the drugs situation in Europe
Drug Abuse , European Union Posted: 2009-11-10
Towards a Post-American Europe: A Power Audit of EU-US Relations
European Council on Foreign Relations, Soros Foundation
This 43-page study on transatlantic relationson points to European inadequacy, which is linked to internal divisions and haste in promoting its particular interests with Washington, in building a balanced relationship with its American counterpart. Amongst European illusions pointed out by the authors is the belief that interests on both sides are fundamentally the same and that the security of Europe still depends on American protection
Foreign Policy , European Union Posted: 2009-11-10
Turkey's Accession Process to the EU: The Agenda Behind the Agenda
SWP
An 8-page German backgrounder on the prospects for Turkish accession to the EU
European Union Posted: 2009-11-05
The West Balkans between the EU, the USA, and Russia: Challenges and Options
SWP
This 6-page German backgrounder explores the importance of enlargement policy for the EU’s self-ordained role of conflict-resolution in the West Balkans
European Union , Regional Posted: 2009-11-05
Democratization and Security in Central and Eastern Europe and the Post-Soviet States
DGAP
The 104-page report of a conference held to highlight the different trajectories and processes of democratization in states of former communist rule
Governance & Politics , European Union Posted: 2009-11-03
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 Union Posted: 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 Union Posted: 2009-11-02
Germany after the Elections: A Liberal Dawn?
FIIA
This 9-page Finnish briefing paper interprets the results of the recent German elections
Governance & Politics , European Union Posted: 2009-10-29
Afghanistan's Hard Summer: The Impact on European Troop Contributing Nations
FIIA
This 14-page Finnish briefing paper reviews the debates in the troop-contributing nations of Europe about the Afghan mission
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2009-10-29
Turkey's Accession Process to the EU
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on Turkey's efforts towards accession to the EU
European Union Posted: 2009-10-29
European Security and Defence Policy: The first 10 years (1999-2009)
ISS
This 452-page book examines the evolution of ESDP
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2009-10-28
Latest Developments in European Security: A Baltic Perspective
Chatham House
The 7-page transcript of a UK event held to examine the Baltic security perspective
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2009-10-27
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 Union Posted: 2009-10-24
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 Union Posted: 2009-10-24
Long-Range Ballistic Missile Defense in Europe
CRS
This 30-page US updated report deals with the cancellation of the Bush-proposed European BMD program
Defence, Terrorism & Security , European Union Posted: 2009-10-22
States of Conflict: A case study on Conflict Prevention in Macedonia
IPPR
This 36-page UK report details how Macedonia was largely spared the bloody conflict that afflicted much of the rest of the Balkans due to the focused and sustained attention of the international community
Disarmament & Peacekeeping , European Union Posted: 2009-10-16
The Better Regulation Agenda: A ‘New Deal’ in the Building of Europe?
ETUI
An 8-page policy brief critically examining the Better Regulation agenda of the European Commission
European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-10-15
Legal Analysis of the Global Financial Crisis from an EU Perspective
Swedish Institute for European Studies
This 8-page Swedish policy analysis looks into legal and institutional issues that are linked to the financial crisis from the EU\'s point of view. He also offers readers a short assessment of the measures taken during the G20 in London in April 2009 and focuses on the possible impact of the crisis on the EU\'s future development
European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-10-14
A Treaty Too Far?
Chatham House
This 4-page UK article argues that inspired leadership and a new spirit of openness are needed if the Lisbon Treaty is to win the consent and favour of European citizens
European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-10-04
A BRIC in the World: Emerging Powers, Europe, and the Coming Order
Egmont
This 46-page Belgian paper considers the place of the EU in the coming interpolar order
European Union , Foreign Policy Posted: 2009-10-04
The end of the Euro-Mediterranean Vision
FRIDE
A 14-page Spanish paper describing how relations between the European Union and North Africa have veered away from the political vision expounded under the Barcelona Process
European Union , Regional Posted: 2009-10-02
Russian Gas, Ukrainian Pipelines, and European Supply Security
SWP
A 41-page German research paper concluding that gas imports from the East will remain a constant irritant and testing ground for a common European energy policy
Energy , European Union Posted: 2009-10-02
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 Policy Posted: 2009-09-29
Key Data on Education in Europe 2009
EACEA
This 280-page report draws on qualitative and quantitative data to provide an overview of the education systems of 31 European countries, and how these systems are dealing with common educational challenges
Education , European Union Posted: 2009-09-28
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 Union Posted: 2009-09-25
Coming in From the Cold
EPC
A commentary arguing that Iceland already satisfies the eligibility criteria for EC membership, and that its application should be treated on its merits
European Union Posted: 2009-09-18
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 & Environment Posted: 2009-09-18
A False Sense of Security: Europe and the Politics of Financial Crisis
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief comments that the geopolitical impact of the financial crisis has been less than many feared. In purely geopolitical terms the crisis has not been a game-changer, but one extremely influential factor amongst many that now condition foreign policy calculations
European Union , Foreign Policy Posted: 2009-09-17
No Time to Wind Down in Bosnia
FRIDE
A Spanish policy brief examining the highly volatile nature of Bosnian politics and the challenges faced by an international community that has grown impatient, frustrated and increasingly unsure how to resolve the Bosnian quagmire
European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-09-17
A False Sense of Security: Europe and the Politics of Financial Crisis
FRIDE
This Spanish policy brief looks at the politico-strategic impact of the financial cisis from a European standpoint
Economic Policy , European Union Posted: 2009-09-16
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 Union Posted: 2009-09-15
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 & Politics Posted: 2009-09-15