European Union
The EU-Turkmenistan Energy Relationship: Difficulty or Opportunity?
EDC2020
This 4-page policy brief explains how the EU is facing a dilemma over developing relations with Central Asia’s gas behemoth, Turkmenistan
European Union, EnergyPosted: 2010-10-20
External Democracy Promotion in Ukraine and Moldova
DIIS
A 28-page Danish working paper looking at the role of the EU in supporting the political transformation of Moldova and Ukraine after independence in 1991 and at the domestic context which is of crucial importance if democracy promotion efforts are to be successful
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-18
The EU and Human Rights at the UN: 2010 Review
ECFR
A 12-page policy brief reviewing how the EU has struggled to make an impact on human rights at the UN
Human Rights, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-12
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
Europe is Failing to Shape the Global Governance Debate
Europe's World
This article argues that the EU’s enthusiasm for reshaping global governance has dwindled, and now looks more like indifference
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-12
Europe’s Radical Carbon Choice
Inside Story
This article reports that European governments are considering a plan to cut carbon emissions irrespective of what other countries decide
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-11
The Challenge of Muslim Integration in Europe
INSS
This Israeli article examines the question of Muslim integration in Europe
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-11
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
The Nordic Welfare Model in a European Perspective
IFS
A 40-page Swedish working paper analysing central dimensions of Nordic social assistance, such as the generosity, scope and effectiveness of benefits
Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-07
Health Care Developments in EU Member States: Regressing Trends and Institutional Similarity?
IFS
This 44-page Swedish working paper performs a diachronical cross-national analysis of health care services in Europe, examining questions of decline and convergence of European health care systems
Health, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-07
Reaching the OSCE Summit in Astana
IPI
This 8-page issue brief examines the main issues at stake in the forthcoming OSCE summit in Astana and considers the relevance and future direction of the OSCE
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-07
Reconnecting the European Parliament and its People
FPC
This 83-page UK pamphlet sets out a radical agenda for reforming the European Parliament's relationship with the public
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-05
Stagnation and Integration in Europe
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese commentary contemplating the future of the European Union
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-03
Industrial Relations Developments in Europe 2009
EIRO
This 74-page annual review highlights the most significant developments that took place in industrial relations in the EU Member States and Norway in 2009, both at national and EU level
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2010-10-03
Austerity Loves Company?
EPC
This 4-page policy brief argues that it is high time to recognise that coordinated European action will lessen the pain of austerity for all countries, but the evidence so far seems to indicate another missed opportunity
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-10-03
ASEM: From Words to Action?
EPC
This 4-page policy brief urges Asian and European Union leaders attending the eighth ASEM meeting in Brussels on 4-5 October to send a strong message of solidarity to boost global recovery and economic growth
European Union, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-10-03
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
Humanitarian Action in Pakistan: A Case for EU Political iInvolvement
ISS
This 7-page analysis argues that high level political action is required by the EU in order that the non-political character of humanitarian aid is respected
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
Kosovo, Law and Order: Balancing Rule of Law Principles after the President’s Resignation
FIIA
A 2-page Finnish commentary on the implications of the resination of Kosovo's President
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
A Normative EU Policy Towards China: Mission Impossible?
FIIA
This 26-page Finnish working paper discusses EU normative policy towards China, identifying loss of the moral high ground, conflicting interests of EU members and lack of leverage towards China as the three main factors hampering it
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-01
The Battle for Ukraine's Energy Allegiance
FRIDE
A 5-page Spanish policy brief explains how Ukraine is increasingly forced to choose between the energy security guarantees of the EU and Russia
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
Are the Millennium Development Goals Proving Counter-productive?
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief argues that for the EU, the opportunity to carve out a leading,agenda-setting role in the MDGs debate is fast evaporating amidst Brussels’ unwillingness to broach policy alternatives and approaches to African development being canvassed by increasingly influential rival donors
International Development, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
Seizing Momentum in Bosnia
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief examines possible scenarios for a revised international presence that could help promote the EU reform agenda in Bosnia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
Burma Beyond the Elections
SWP
A 7-page German commentary arguing that the EU policy towards Burma should be based on the principle that economic consolidation can be understood as a fundamental prerequisite for political transformation
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
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
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
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
The European Union’s Response to the 2007-2009 Financial Crisis
CRS
This 23-page US report assesses the response of the European Union (EU) to the 2007-2009 financial crisis in terms of the financial regulatory changes the EU has made or is planning to make
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-26
Euro Will Unravel, and Soon
AEI
A 5-page US paper arguing that the sovereign-debt crisis in Greece will likely intensify in the months ahead, seriously threatening both the European and the global economic recovery
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-23
How to Save the Euro
CER
A 16-page UK essay outlines what needs to be done to ensure the long-term survival of the Euro and how this could come about
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-20
Britain and France: A Dialogue of Decline?
Chatham House
A 47-page study examining Anglo-French defence co-operation and implications for the European and Euro-Atlantic security and defence relationships
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-15
Turkish Politics and the Fading Magic of EU Enlargement
CER
A 5-page UK policy brief considering the current status of the Turkish accession process
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-15
Ukraine, the European Union and the International Community: Current Challenges and the Agenda for Overcoming the Stalemate
wiiw
A 107-page Austrian research report proposing scenarios for Ukraine’s economic and political development in the medium and long run
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-15
EU-27 Watch
CIFE
The 14-page July 2010 issue of EU-27 Watch offers Dutch contributions to the debate on the development of the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-09-02
Endgame for the Euro?
Levy Economics Institute
This 17-page US policy brief argues that major restructuring is vital to the continuation of the Eurozone
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-01
Balkan Crime Jeopardises EU Accession Hopes
IISS
A commentary asserting that recent evidence of the depth and scale of criminal and corrupt activities have bolstered the arguments of those who believe that these countries have a long way to go before they can accede to the EU, and that any attempt to accelerate their accession would be mistaken
European Union, CorruptionPosted: 2010-08-31
Kosovo and Serbia after the International Court of Justice Opinion
Crisis Group
This 36-page report looks at the real opportunity that Kosovo and Serbia currently have to resolve differences, establish bilateral relations and unblock their paths to greater European Union (EU) integration
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-25
Parliamentary Dawn
SWP
An 8-page German commentary examining the implications of the new self-confidence of the European Parliament
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-23
A European Voluntary Humanitarian Aid Corps
SWP
A 4-page German commentary urging the establishment of a European Voluntary Corps modelled after the US Peace Corps
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-23
A Strategy for EU Foreign Policy
ISS
This 86-page multi-author publication presents forecasts and perspectives on the European Union’s foreign policy strategy in the post-Lisbon Treaty context
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-22
Human Rights Challenges in EU Civilian Crisis Management
ISS
This 48-page occasional paper examines the operational models used by the EU in civilian crisis management operations and their implications in a human rights perspective
European Union, Human RightsPosted: 2010-08-22
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
The Future of the Euro
CFR
A US article considering the Euro's future
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-08-22
The International Court of Justice and future of Kosovo
FRIDE
A 5-page Spanish policy brief examining the possible outcomes of the ICJ’s decision on Kosovo's declaration of independence and analyses the possibilities of accession for Kosovo and Serbia without Serbia recognising its neighbour
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-22
ESDP Operations and the Challenges of Evolving Multilateral Security
Cicero Foundation
An 8-page paper on the role of the ESDP in a fluid multilateral security environment
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-19
Understanding the Role of Bureaucracy in the ESDP
EIoP
A series of articles examining the role of bureaucracy in the ESDP
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-18
The Impact of Democracy Promotion on Party Financing in the East European Neighbourhood
EIoP
This 27-page paper investigates how the cooperation of European institutions (the EU, the Council of Europe, and the OSCE) in democracy promotion affects the success of European conditionality on party financing in the East European Neighbourhood
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-15
Danish Foreign Policy Yearbook 2010
DIIS
A 233-page collection of articles and documents concerning various aspects of Danish foreign policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-15
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
Current State and Prospects of the Russian Energy Sector
wiiw
This 36-page Austrian research report examines the current state and prospects for the Russian energy sector
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-09
EU Natural Gas Demand: Uncertainty, Dependence and Bargaining Power
Pan-European Institute
This 39-page Finnish report reviews and compares major long-term scenarios for the European Union’s demand, supply and imports of natural gas
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-09
Non-Standard Employment and Labour Force Participation: A Comparative View of the Recent Development in Europe
IZA
A 55-page discussion paper presenting the extent and changes of nonstandard employment relationships (part-time work, fixed-term contracts, and self-employment) in 24 EU member states
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2010-08-05
Benchmarking in the EU: Lessons from the EU Emissions Trading System for the Global Climate Change Agenda
CEPS
A 64-page report identifying the key issues arising from the current benchmarking exercise under the EU ETS and analyses the principal controversial topics on benchmark-based allocation, leading to a number of concrete recommendations
Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-29
Looking Afresh at the External Representation of the EU in the International Arena
CEPS
A 5-page policy brief serves both as an overview of the complexities of EU and member state external representation and as an invitation to further debate on the issue
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-29
Statistics of Customs Detentions Recorded at the External Borders of the EU
European Commission
An annual report by the European Commission on customs interventions by the EU aiming to enforce intellectual property rights (IPR)
Crime, Law & Order, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-26
Alternatives to Fiscal Austerity in Spain
CEPR
This 21-page US report shows that Spain, under pressure to cut spending and raise taxes while its economy is barely recovering, might be better off with a continued stimulus
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-25
Europe Should be Wary of the Russian Bear's Embrace
Europe's World
An article arguing that Europe should be cautious of Russia's apparent belief that its growing economic power and revitalised military influence entitles it to a bigger role in the transatlantic security dialogue
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-15
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
New As it Is, the Mediterranean Union Needs an Overhaul
Europe's World
An article outlining the direction the UfM should go and warning the EU to take more of a back seat and let Arab governments decide the UfM’s future
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-14
Recalibrating Germany’s and EU’s Policy in the South Caucasus
DGAP
A 20-page German analysis of the policy of Germany and the EU in the South Caucasus
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-13
The Economic Outlook for the Euro Area in 2010 and 2011
European Forecasting Network
This 12-page report provides updated forecasts and analyses of the macroeconomic situation for the Euro area
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-13
Unconventional Gas: Producer Pickle or Consumer Curse?
CSS
A 3-page Swiss analysis arguing that should this prove to be a false dawn for unconventional gas production either on cost or ecological grounds, then consumers are riding for a fall
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-12
Europe's Virtual Security Debate and a New Transatlantic Relationship
Clingendael
A 14-page Dutch discussion paper analyzing Europe's security situation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-08
The EU as a Global Actor in a Multipolar World and Multilateral 2.0 Environment
Egmont
A 36-page Belgian paper considering the position of the EU in the world, changes in mulitlateral system
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-07-08
Europe's Caspian Gas Policy to be Key to Energy Security
"Europe's World"
An article explaining that the EU's ability to harness its economic muscle and its infant "external action" diplomatic service will be crucially important to securing long-term gas supplies from the Caspian region
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-01
Quarterly Report on the Euro Area
EC
A 38-page report on the export performance of the Euro area
European Union, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-06-29
The European Union and the South Caucasus: Available Options and a Strategic Necessity
ADA
An Azerbaijani article arguing that Europe need to develop special expertise on the South Caucasus region, get to know its leaders, and become familiar with their problems and prospects
European Union, EnergyPosted: 2010-06-27
European Energy Security in View of Russian Economic and Integration Prospects
wiiw
This 53-page Austrian research report argues that mutual interdependence between Russia and Europe requires cooperative approaches that would serve best the interests of Russia, the EU and the countries in between
European Union, EnergyPosted: 2010-06-27
Ever More or Ever Better Scrutiny? Analysing the Conditions of Effective National Parliamentary Involvement in EU Affairs
EIoP
This 25-page paper argues that it is not the sheer level of scrutiny activities, but the quality of national parliamentary involvement that contributes to the accountability of EU politics
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-27
Europe is Failing to Shape the Global Governance Debate
"Europe's World"
An article claiming that the EU’s enthusiasm for reshaping global governance has dwindled, and now looks more like indifference
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-20
In Defense of Europe's Grand Bargain
Peterson Institute
An 11-page US policy brief examining the implications of the current European economic crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-06-16
Implications of a Changing NATO
SSI
This US monograph considers the future of NATO and offers some recommendations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-06-16
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
Solar Power from North Africa
SWP
A 38-page German research paper assessing the prospects for generating solar electricity in the Sahara Desert and exporting it to Europe
Energy, European UnionPosted: 2010-06-13
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
Europe and the Euro: In Freefall
Chatham House
An article arguing that the EU's international power appears to be in freefall
European UnionPosted: 2010-06-09
NATO's New Strategic Concept
FRIDE
A 5-page Spanish policy brief considering NATO's draft of a new Strategic Concept
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-06-09
Job Quality and Labour Market Performance
CEPS
A 23-page working paper analyzing job quality and labour market performance in Europe
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2010-06-08
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
Acid Test for Europe. Germany and Poland Simply Have to Be Good Neighbours
Körber Foundation
This 67-page German policy paper analyzing Polish-German relations
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-28
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
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
Europe in Russian Foreign Policy: Important but no Longer Pivotal
IFRI
This 23-page French paper investigates the place Europe holds in Russian foreign policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-05-20
Convergence Report May 2010
European Central Bank
This 150-page report assesses the economic and legal convergence of nine Member States of the European Union, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Sweden
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-05-17
Euroland Put to the Test: Can European Monetary Union Still Be Saved?
FES
This German policy analysis examines the state of the European Monetary Union
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-05-17
Furthering Democracy through the European Union’s Development Policy: Legal Limitations and Possibilities
DIIS
This Danish paper argues that the European Union should take a much more consistent approach in its external relations as required under the Lisbon Treaty. In this way it will be possible to further democracy outside the European Union much more efficiently
European Union, International DevelopmentPosted: 2010-05-16
Project Europe 2030: Challenges and Opportunities
European Council
A report on the future of Europe commissioned by the European Council
European UnionPosted: 2010-05-16
Euro Rescue Raises Hopes and Questions
CFR
A US analysis brief on the soverwign debt crisis within the Eurozone
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-05-15
Technological Imitation and Innovation in New European Union Markets
CESifo
This 33-page working paper analyzes the role of imitation and innovation in promoting technological progress in new members of European Union: the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia. The two modes of technological development - innovation and imitation - are distinguished from one another by identifying the dominant orientation of innovation efforts at the industry level
European Union, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2010-05-13
The British Question: What Explains the EU's New Angloscepticism?
SWP
A 4-page commentary on the growth of Angloscepticism among the mainland European governments
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-05-10
The EU as a Global Actor in a Multipolar World and Multilateral 2.0 Environment
Egmont
This Belgian paper considers a number of long-term global trends that are likely to affect the ambition of the EU to be a global actor
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-06
A New Security Architecture for Europe? Russian Proposals and Western Reactions Part II
Egmont
A 6-page Belgian security policy brief focusing on the Russian drafts for a “European Security Treaty” and for an “Agreement Governing Relations among NATO-Russia Council Member States in the Security Sphere.” It questions what added value, if any, these proposals have for enhancing security in the Euro-Atlantic region
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-05-06
The Islamist Ghost Haunting Europe
FPRI
A US essay explaining the causes of the Islamist threat to Europe
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-05-03
Benchmarking Working Europe 2010
ETUI
This 120-page report embarks upon a social stocktaking of the impact of and reactions to the financial, economic and social crisis as a means of feeding into the post-crisis and EU2020 debate
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2010-05-03
The 2009 Elections to the European Parliament: Country Reports
EUI
This volume builds a coherent picture of European Parliament election development
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-04-27
Only a European Re-think Can Tackle Home-grown Terrorism
Eorope's World
An article examining the problem of home-grown terrorism in Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-04-23
Rewriting the Ground Rules of European Diplomacy: The European External Action Service in the Making
FIIA
This 12-page Finnish briefing paper speculates on the EU’s ability to appear as a unified actor in international affairs
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-20
Integration Reloaded: Streamlining Moldova's European course
FIIA
A 10-page Finnish brief concluding that the EU has to assist Moldova in solidifying nascent pluralism and improving its long-term ability to implement reforms
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-04-20
Serbia: Tying the EU in Knots
FRIDE
A 5-page Spanish policy brief dealing with the complexities of Serbia's application for EU membership
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-20
European Conflict Resolution Policies: Truncated Peace-building
FRIDE
This 20-pageSpanish working paper offers a critique of European policies in situations of conflict or fragility
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2010-04-20