European Union
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 UnionPosted: 2009-11-05
Turkey's Accession Process to the EU
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on Turkey's efforts towards accession to the EU
European UnionPosted: 2009-10-29
Turkey’s Local Elections of 2009: Winners and Losers
Insight Turkey
This 18-page Turkish article presents a descriptive account of the March 2009 local elections in Turkey and offers a nation-wide and regional evaluation of trends in Turkish elections since 2004
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-22
Turkey, Russia and Modern Nationalism
Centre for European Reform
An essay on the need for the EU to work out a modus operandi with Turkey and Russia
European UnionPosted: 2006-07-28
Turkey Turns Cold to European Defense: Implications for Western Security
Washington Institute
A 3-page US policy paper considering the security implications of Turkey's withdrawal from the ESDP
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-03
Turkey in Europe: Breaking the Vicious Circle
Independent Commission on Turkey
This report argues that, in the interest of both Turkey and the EU. European governments must honor their commitments and treat Turkey with fairness and the respect it deserves. On its side, Turkey has to re-engage in a dynamic, broad-based reform process, thus confirming that it is willing and serious in its ambition to join the EU
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-09-28
Turkey and the EU: Four Scenarios: From Train Crash to Full Steam Ahead
Chatham House, Friends of Europe, LSE
This 52-page report discusses possible developments in EU-Turkish negotiations
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-10-04
Turkey and the EU: A Play in Search of a Script
CEPS
This 4-page commentary warns that the EU is dodging the critical issue of how to establish friendly and constructive relations with an independent, self-confident Turkey
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-29
Turkey and ESDP
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
Report of a seminar held to provide a forward-looking analysis of the relationship of Turkey and the European Security and Defence Policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2004-10-21
Transnational Breakdowns: What Role for the EU?
Finnish Institute for International Affairs
A 17-page green paper examining the potential role of the EU in assisting member states to deal with transnational breakdowns
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-11-08
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 PolicyPosted: 2010-01-11
Transition Countries on the Eve of EU Enlargement
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
A 3-page abstract of this 92 page report on the current economic situation and short-term prospects in the Central and East European transition economies
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-02-12
Transforming the Quartet principles: Hamas and the Peace Process
ISS
This 36-page occasional paper seeks to find a way of overcoming the constraints that the EU has imposed upon itself by insisting on simultaneous adherence to the three Quartet principles
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
Transforming NATO: Risks, Challenges and Opportunties
DIIS
The 16-page proceedings of a conference held to discuss the current and future transformation of NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2006-12-21
Transforming NATO (...Again)
CSIS
This 71-page document addresses the challenges and opportunities currently facing NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2006-11-15
Transatlantic Trends : Immigration
German Marshall Fund
This 32-page international public opinion survey addresses immigration and integration issues including national identity, citizenship, migration management policies, national security, and the economic opportunities and challenges brought on by migrants.
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-25
Transatlantic Relations 2009: European Expectations for the Post-Bush Era
EPIN
Based on surveys conducted in 15 memberstates and of the European Union as a whole, this 23-page paper explores what the EU and its individual member states expect from the United States in the post-Bush era.
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-21
Transatlantic Allergy: Partnership or Strategic Counterweight?
Brookings Institution
A 5-page paper on US-European relations by the Deputy French Military Representative, EU Military Committee
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-02-08
Trail to Failure: History of the Constitutional Rejection and Implications for the Future
Centre for European Policy Studies
This paper examines what the EU's next step should be, following the failure to gain acceptance for the European Constitution
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-02
Trading Up: Reforming the European Union's Emissions Trading Scheme
IPPR
A 38-page UK report considering arguments for expanding the EU's Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS)
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2006-12-29
Trading Places: The New Dynamics of EU Trade Policy under the Treaty of Lisbon
GMFUS
A 17-page policy paper explaining the changes in approach to trade and economic policymaking in Europe brought about by the Lisbon Treaty
Globalisation & International Trade, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-12
Trade Union Membership 1993-2003
European Industrial Relations Observatory Online
This study examines trade union membership trends in the E.U. over the 1993-2003 period
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2004-06-18
Towards Common Standards on Rights of Suspected and Accused persons in criminal proceedings in the EU?
CEPS
This 22-page paper examines the Roadmap for strengthening procedural rights of suspected or accused persons in criminal proceeding in the EU
Crime, Law & Order, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-11
Towards an EU Diplomatic Service
European Policy Centre
A commentary exploring the remit of a new European Minister of Foreign Affairs and reflecting on the underlying questions to be addressed prior to the creation of the European External Action Service
European UnionPosted: 2004-08-24
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 UnionPosted: 2009-11-10
Towards a NATO à la Carte?
NUPI
This 28-page Norwegian report discusses whether NATO is about to become a security organization à la carte, engaging in security tasks on a case-by-case basis and alternately serving the interests of different member states, constellations and external partners
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-27
Towards a Global Finance System at the Service of Sustainable Development
WEED
A 28-page UK report arguing that EU financial reforms must facilitate progress towards global sustainable economic development
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-25
Towards a European Energy Community: A Proposal
Notre Europe
This 121-page report looks at European level polices and studies the feasibility of a "European Energy Community"
European Union, EnergyPosted: 2010-04-13
Towards a European Defence Market
ISS-EU
This 126-page paper examines the implications of proposed new EC procurement and trade directives aimed at streamlining defence market legislation.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-05
Towards a Common European Asylum Policy
EPC
A 17-page issue paper examining the EU's progress towards developing a Common European Asylum Policy
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2006-10-27
Toward Effective Multilateralism - The E.U. and the U.N: Partners in Crisis Management
European Policy Centre
This 30-page working paper explores the increasingly close relationship between the European Union and the United Nations in the field of crisis management
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-03
Toward a New Start: Approaches to a Strategic Partnership between NATO and Russia
SWP
A 2-page German commentary on improving relations between NATO and Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-16
Toward a New Euro-Atlantic "Hard" Security Agenda
IFRI, CSIS
This 22-page paper examines the prospects for trilateral US-EU-Russian cooperation on hard security issues
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-08-14
Toward a More Independent Europe
Egmont
A 61-page Belgian essay expounding on the need for Europe to become more independent of the US
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-07
Too Little, Too Late: Europe Needs Better Crisis Management
Körber Foundation
A 58-page German paper drawing lessons for crisis management in Europe and beyond
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-08-16
Too Little, Too Late. Europe Needs Better Crisis Management
Korber Foundation
A 58-page German policy paper on Europe's crisis management
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-08-17
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 UnionPosted: 2010-02-15
To Draft or not to Draft? Conscription Reform in the EU
CSS
This 3-page Swiss analysis paper examines the place of conscription in in the transformation of European armed forces since the end of the Cold War
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-06-01
Time to Think of a Strategic Bargain with Russia
CEPS
This 6-page policy brief sketches the moves that would transform relations between Russia and the West
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-06
Time for Justice in Kosovo
CEPS
This commentary explores the options available to the EU in its self-appointed role as the leading force for the political transformation and economic integration of the whole of the Western Balkans into modern Europe and its values
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-17
Time for Action: Immediate Priorities for the Next European Commission
CEPS
This 10-page policy brief outlines four selected policy fields where concrete action is urgently needed to stabilise the economy and set the EU on the right course out of its current limbo
European UnionPosted: 2009-07-16
Time for Action: Immediate Priorities for the Next European Commission
CEPS
This 11-page policy brief offers recommendations focused on four areas: the reform of the financial sector; transport and climate policy; police and judicial cooperation; common security and foreign policy
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-07-26
Time for a European Union Grand Strategy
Egmont
An article explaining the need for a European grand strategy on which to base its foreign relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-05
Time for a European Civilian Reserve
IPPR
A 10-page UK paper arguing for the creation of a European civilian reserve of specialists to be on standby for deployment in crisis situations
European Union, Public Safety & Disaster MitigationPosted: 2008-11-04
Three Questions the EU Must Ask Russia
CER
An 11-page briefing note urging the EU to focus, in its negotiations with Russia, on urgent issues rather than on political reform in Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-05-17
The 'Economic' Implications of the Euro
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the "economic" implications of the Euro
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-17
The "Political Life of Data"
Centre for European Policy Studies
A 6-page policy brief contrasting aspects of the approach to personal privacy by the EU and the US
Personal Privacy, European UnionPosted: 2006-08-07
The Widening Political Faultline Over Turkey's European Destiny
"Europe's World"
A commentary on Turkey's European destiny
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-05-22
The Widening Political Faultline Over Turkey's European Destiny
"Europe's World"
A commentary on Turkey's European destiny
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-04-14
The Western Balkans: Moving On
EU Institute for Security Studies
A 23-page paper discussing issues that need addressing prior to integrating the region into the EU
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-11-05
The Western Balkans Without a Plan for the Future
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 4-page German commentary describes how a delay in future EU expansion could undermine the precarious stability of the Western Balkans
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-07-24
The Western Balkans and the EU: 'The Hour of Europe'
ISS
This 190-page report examines the EU’s role as the key player in the Western Balkans
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-07-15
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, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-05
The West Balkans between the EU, the USA, and Russia
SWP
This 6-page German commentary examines the challenges and options facing the EU, the US and Russia in respect of the West Balkans
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-08-31
The View From the Capitals: Why The Netherlands Said "No"
Netherlands Institute of International Relations Clingendael
A Dutch article explaining why The Netherlands rejected the European constitutional treaty
European UnionPosted: 2005-10-20
The United States, Germany and Europe: Building a Global Agenda
German Council on Foreign Relations
A special issue of 17 articles covering different aspects of US/German/European relations (single page linking to each article)
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-02-14
The United States and Europe: Adjusting to the Global Era
Council on Foreign Relations
Transcript of a speech reviewing the current state of U.S.-European relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-06-07
The Union for the Mediterranean: A View from Southern Europe
IAI
A 13-page Italian perspective on the French proposal to promote a Mediterranean Union
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
The Treaty of Lisbon: Implementing the International Innovations
CEPS
A 150-page collaborative report aiming to highlight potential problems in implementing the Treaty of Lisbon and to mitigate possible negative effects
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-11-22
The Treaty Establishing a Constitution for Europe: An Overview
Royal Institute for International Affairs
A 23-page analysis of the Constitutional Treaty for Europe
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-30
The Treachery of Strategies: A Call for True EU Strategic Partnerships
Egmont
This 52-page Belgian paper recommends reflecting on the EU’s global interests and priorities in search of the EU’s grand strategy. True strategic partnerships, as this paper brands them, could then be regarded as (sub-)strategies of the EU vis-à-vis great and emerging powers. In addition to this general recommendation, this paper makes several recommendations for the EU and its Member States to turn the existing strategic partnerships into true strategic partnerships
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-05-13
The Train to Europe Stalls
CSIS
A 5-page update covering a stumbling block in the EU-Turkey accession negotiations
European UnionPosted: 2006-12-22
The Trade Effects of European Anti-Dumping Policy
ECIPE
This 13-page working paper illustrates how anti-dumping protection on certain foreign products is rather more a danger than a remedy for the European market. Results show that anti-dumping measures often restrict trade in general whilst they stimulate trade between uncompetitive companies
Globalisation & International Trade, European UnionPosted: 2009-06-08
The Toppling of Ben Ali: Isolated Development or First Domino?
SWP
An 8-page German commentary arguing that the EU should reconsider its benevolent policies vis-à-vis the authoritarian rulers in the Mediterranean region
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-23
The Threat of Economic Patriotism
Hamburg Institute of International Economics
A 2-page editorial warning of the dangers posed by economic patriotism within the EU
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-04-18
The Taxation of Multinational Enterprises in the European Union
CEPS
This 6-page policy brief sets out possible approaches to designing an efficient trans-border corporate tax system for the European Union
Taxation, European UnionPosted: 2010-02-06
The Sustainability of the EU's Model for Climate Diplomacy
VUB Press
A 22-page Dutch essay focusing on how the EU decides internally on its international climate negotiating position
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-03
The Struggle for a Civilized Wider European Order
CEPS
This 30-page working paper focuses on the risks posed by the Georgia-Russia war and the global financial and economic crises to the EU objective of achieving a civilized wider European order
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-04
The 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 & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-04
The State of Renewable Energies in Europe
EurObserv'ER
A 149-page report (in English and French) offering a complete review of the development of new types of renewable energies, including air turbines, photovoltaic and biofuels as well as two future technologies, ie solar thermal energy and marine energy. It also measures the progress achieved by the EU Member States with regard to the objectives set in the European Commission's White Paper and its Biomass Action Plan
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2009-07-27
The State of Play of the Union for the Mediterranean in the Euro-Med Context
IAI
This 9-page Italian paper examines problems related with the political identity of the Union for the Mediterranean(UfM), its relations with the EMP's EuroMediterranean "acquis" and the functioning of its institutions
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-12
The State of Europe's Regional Seas: Are We Meeting Conservation Targets?
Institute for European Environmental Policy
A 30-page briefing paper on the state of Europe's regional seas, aiming to identify the key threats
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2004-11-05
The Special Tribunal for Lebanon: Trigger for New Civil Unrest?
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief argues that the EU would do well to encourage a conciliatory atmosphere between all parties when the Special Tribunal issues its conclusions about the 2005 assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-12
The Single Market: A Vision for the 21st Century
H.M. Treasury - UK
This 46-page paper sets out the UK's proposals to feed into the fundamental review of the Single Market
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-01-31
The Single Market in Need of a Strategic Relaunch
Egmont
This paper sets out the main points of the Draft SMA and the most important preparatory documents, focusing primarily on the strategic elements contained therein. In a second part, a critical appraisal of the Draft SMA’s strategic approach will be provided, followed by some suggestions for improvement
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-03-04
The Securitisation of Islam in Europe
CEPS
This 17-page research paper summarises the main hypotheses and results of the research on the securitisation of Islam. It presents recommendations to facilitate the greater inclusion of Muslims within European public spheres
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-05-07
The Same Old Modernisation Game? Russian Interpretations of Modernisation
CEPS
This 14-page working document aims to illustrate the diversity of and competition for the dominance of views on Russia’s future. It further analyses the obstacles to a successful realisation of the ambitious modernisation agenda and outline the implications for the new EU-Russia modernisation partnership
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-29
The Role of the International Monetary Fund and Federal Reserve in the Stabilization of Europe
Peterson Institute
This US testimony argues that the IMF's role in the Greek and European crises is consistent with its mission
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-06-16
The Role of National Parliaments in European Decision-Making
EIPA
This 8-page paper argues that the different national and European provisions for parliamentary involvement do not amount to much. However, if the combined effect of the different avenues are considered in a dynamic perspective, they might jointly trigger a reassertion of national parliamentary influence in the European policy process
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-07-29
The Role of Fisheries Licensing in European Environmental Management
Institute for European Environmental Policy
This 34-page report aims to demonstrate the potential for using fisheries licensing schemes for environmental purposes in the EU
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2004-02-18
The Role of Deterrence in Future NATO Strategy
SIPRI
A Swedish essay on NATO's continuing need for a nuclear deterrent
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-05-20
The Roadmap to Better EU-NATO Relations
CER
A 7-page brief outlining the prerequisites for improvments in EU-NATO relations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-02
The Rise of China with Special Reference to Arms Supplies
Centre for European Policy Studies
This working paper presents a European, an American and a Russian view on the issue of lifting the arms embargo against China
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2005-04-28
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 UnionPosted: 2010-02-07
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 UnionPosted: 2009-11-24
The Return of al Qaida
SWP
An 8-page German paper assessing the current status of al Qaida and the implications for Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-09
The Results of Negotiations on the “Climate and Energy Package”
ifri
This French article details the agreement reached last December on the Climate and Energy Package proposed by the European Commission to achieve two of the objectives set up by the European Council in March 2007: a 20% reduction of EU greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2020 compared to 1990 levels (a 30% reduction in case an international agreement on climate change is concluded); and a 20% share of renewable energy sources in EU energy consumption by 2020, with a 10% target for biofuels
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-28
The Response of Cohesion Policy to the Economic Crisis
EIPA
This 8-page article argues that the EU's Cohesion Policy – designed to help the disadvantaged regions and communities of the EU – has made an important contribution to the Recovery Plan
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-19
The Reluctant Debutante: The European Union as Promoter of Democracy
Centre for European Policy Studies
A paper examining the extent to which the EU promotes democracy and the rule of law in its wider neighbourhood
European UnionPosted: 2005-07-15
The Relevance of Norms and Values in the EU's Russia Policy
Finnish Institute of International Affairs
A 24-page paper examining the role of norms and values in the EU's Russia policy
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-08-24
The Relationsship between the CAP and Biodiversity
IEEP
The 66-page report of a seminar held to discuss the relationship between the EU Common Agricultural Policy and biodiversity
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2007-08-18
The Reform of European Economic Governance: Towards a Sustainable Monetary Union?
Egmont
This 66-page Belgian paper considers reform of Europe's economic governance
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-07-25
The Prospect of Deep Free Trade between the European Union and Ukraine
Centre for European Policy Studies
This 248-page study examines the feasability, content and likely economic impact of a free trade agreement between the EU and Ukraine
European Union, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2006-04-12
The Promotion of Human Security in EU Security Policies
CEPS
A 7-page policy brief calling for a comprehensive understanding of the internal/external security landscape from an EU perspective
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-11
The Promises and Perils of European Union Membership
National Center for Policy Analysis
A 2-page brief analysis arguing that European accession states enjoy higher growth rates than West European countries because they have opted for economic liberalization rather than subsidies
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-10-22
The Private Security Phenomenon: Policy Implications and Issues
SDA
The 27-page report of a roundtable held to discuss the implications of the growth of private security companies for Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-02-13
The Price of Energy Security
CEPS
A commentary on the dilemma facing Europe in balancing the needs of energy security and combating climate change
European Union, EnergyPosted: 2006-12-23
The Power of Europe: Affirming the EU as a Global Actor
Egmont Institute
The 5-page report of a conference held to assess the potential of the EU as a power and to identify how and in which fields the Union could or should exercise its power more effectively than it does today
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-05-28
The Post-2010 Lisbon Process: The Key Role of Education in Employment and Competitiveness
CEPS
This 14-page paper points out that education should be the central objective of the post-2010 Lisbon Process. The paper asserts that education is beneficial for employment rates, that it is a key driver for long-term economic growth and that it appears to be beneficial for social cohesion
Education, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-18
The Politics of Rural Development in Europe
Institute of Economics
A 45-page Hungarian discussion paper examining rural development policies in Europe, with special reference to CEE countries
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2005-08-05