Policy pointers

This 24-page Spanish working paper examines the likely effect of the new enhanced agreement between the EU and Ukraine on that country's political future

European UnionPosted: 2008-06-29

Reorienting Strategies Towards Burma/Myanmar

ISS-EU

A 4-page analysis offering suggestions for improving the EU's policy towards Burma

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-27

FYR of Macedonia after Bucharest: Avoiding Another European Failure in the Balkans

ISS-EU

This 6-page paper offers an analysis of the precarious state of the FYR of Macedonia

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-27

Partnership for Effective Multilateralism: EU Relations with Brazil, China, India and Russia

ISS-EU

This 180-page paper addresses the strategic partnerships that the EU seeks to set up with four important actors

European UnionPosted: 2008-06-27

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

ISP

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

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-24

Elusive Finality: Despatch from Newly-Independent Kosovo

IFIMES

A Slovene commentary on the current situation in Kosovo

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-18

Will the Irish Guillotine Lisbon?

CER

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

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

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

NATO's Global Aspirations

DGAP

A 7-page German paper on the debate over the enlargement of NATO

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-04

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

The European External Action Service: Roadmap for Success

Chatham House

This 30-page UK report sets out key policy recommendations for ensuring that the European External Action Service achieves optimum effectiveness

European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-02

Coping with Accession: New Forms of Governance and European Enlargement

EU-Newgov

A 9-page paper identifying factors that have promoted or impeded effective adoption of or adaptation to the acquis communitaire in accession countries

European UnionPosted: 2008-06-01

The AKP and the Kurdish Issue; What Went Wrong?

SETA

This 6-page Turkish policy brief explains the AKP's volte face on the Kurdish issue

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-26

Building Democracy and Fighting Terrorism in Pakistan: A Role for the EU

EPC

This 4-page policy brief argues for a rapid engagement by the EU with Pakistan's new leaders

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-17

Revisiting the European Security Strategy: Beyond 2008

EPC

This 4-page policy brief reviews the European Security Strategy

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-17

Bilateral Diplomacy in the European Union: Towards "Post-Modern" Patterns?

Clingendael

A 37-page Dutch paper examining the role of bilateral diplomacy in the EU

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-16

Stormy Relations between Kiev and Moscow

SWP

A 4-page German commentary describing how relations between Ukraine and Russia are under strain over gas supplies and security concerns

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-15

Is European Democracy Promotion on the Wane?

CEPS

This 20-page working paper examines the limits to the EU's democracy policies

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-15

Making and Breaking Promises: The European Union under the Treaty of Lisbon

ZEI

This 35-page German discussion paper examines whether the Treaty of Lisbon will lead to enhanced openness and effectiveness in the EU

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-05-10

What is to be Done with Serbia?

ISS-EU

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

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

Kosovo: The View from Serbia

ISS-EU

A 6-page analysis of Serbian public and political opinion over the Kosovo issue

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-07

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

Revisiting NATO-ESDP Relations: Part II

SDA

The 32-page second part of a discussion paper on NATO-ESDP relations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-30

Stress-Testing the Regulators: Market Risks and the EU Economy

Chatham House

A 12-page UK paper examining Europe's economic and regulatory policies

Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-30

Will the Real Serbia Please Stand Up?

Crisis Group

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

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

Is Social Europe Fit for Globalization?

European Commission

This 223-page study examines whether the European social model is fit to rise to the challenges of globalization

Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-22

General Elections in Serbia, 11th May 2008

Fondation Robert Schuman

A French analysis of the forthcoming Serbian general elections

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-22

Divergent European Approaches to Combatting PKK Terrorism

Washington Institute

A 3-page brief on PKK terrorist activities in Europe and governmental reactions to it

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-15

Revisiting NATO-ESDP Relations: Part 1

SDA

The first part (32 pages) of a discussion paper on the future of NATO-ESDP relations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-11

Assessing the Cyber Security Threat

SDA

The 24-page report of a roundtable on threats to cyber security

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-11

Permanent Structured Cooperation and the Future of ESDP

Egmont

A 24-page Belgian paper examining the capability of the Permanent Structured Cooperation mechanism to solve Europe's military capability shortcomings

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-10

Extended Governance: The European Union

NewGov Europe

This 4-page policy brief describes the macro institutional set up of the EU's neighbourhood policies

European UnionPosted: 2008-04-07

Europe's Power to Lead

Project Syndicate

An article on Europe's potential for contributing to global power politics

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-05

Birthing Athena: The Uncertain Future of the European Security and Defense Policy

IFRI

This 43-page French paper considers the future of the European Security and Defence Policy

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-31

New Challenges for Serbia and for the EU in Serbia

IFIMES

A Slovene article commenting on Serbia's political situation

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-29

NATO and Global Partnership: To be Global or to Act Globally?

DIIS

This 34-page Danish report argues that the future of NATO depends on the ability of the alliance to combine a strategy of intervention with a broad strategy of integration

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-28

The Europeanization of Europe: The Transfer of Norms to Europe, in Europe and from Europe

DIIS

This 37-page Danish working paper explores the concept of Europeanization using a historical sociological perspective

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-03-26

France, NATO and European Defence

CER

A 6-page policy brief considering how the UK should respond to Pres. Sarkozy's offer to rejoin NATO

European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-26

For a New Iran Policy

CER

An article proposing a new approach for the West to deal with Iran's nuclear programme

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-25

Liberal Reforms are no Threat to Social Europe

CER

A commentary on European efforts to reconcile markets with social solidarity

Social Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-25

Temporary Employment in Central- and Eastern Europe

MZES

This 30-page German working paper analyzes the deteminants of temporary employment contracts in CEE countries

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2008-03-23

Embrace the Climate Change and Energy Package

Clingendael

A 3-page Dutch commentary urging EU leaders to accept the proposed climate action and energy package

European Union, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-03-22

Is There an Albanian Question?

ISS

This 111-page paper examines whether there is an "Albanian Question", and if so, the nature of it

European UnionPosted: 2008-03-21

Ukraine: Quo Vadis?

ISS-EU

This 152-page paper examines Ukraine's future orientation

European UnionPosted: 2008-03-21

Missile Defence in Europe: The Political and Security Dimensions

ISS-EU

A 4-page policy brief examining the key issues surrounding missile defence in Europe

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-21

A Fresh Start for Europe in Latin America?

Project Syndicate

A commentary on the trading opportunities for Europe in Latin America

European Union, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-03-21

Kosovo's First Month

Crisis Group

A 20-page policy briefing examining the independence declared by Kosovo on 17 February

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-18

Climate Change-Induced Water Stress and its Impact on Natural and Managed Ecosystems

IEEP

A 108-page European report on the complex links between global warming and the world's water

Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-16

Making Sense of Sarkozy's Union for the Mediterranean

CEPS

A 25-page commentary on President Sarkozy's proposed Union for the Mediterranean

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-14

EU Migration Policy: An A-Z

CER

This 20-page briefing explains the EU's growing role in migration policy

Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2008-02-28

Studying Violent Radicalization in Europe II: The Potential Contribution of Socio-Psychological and Psychological Approaches

DIIS

This 23-page Danish working paper explores the potential use of socio-psychological and psychological approaches to dealing with violent radicalization in Europe

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-02-22

Studying Violent Radicalization in Europe I

DIIS

A 19-page Danish Working Paper exploring the potential contribution of Social Movement Theory to shed light on the question of violent radicalization in Europe

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-02-22

ESDP After Lisbon: More Coherent and Capable?

CSS

A 3-page Swiss analysis of the implications of the Treaty of Lisbon, designed to improve the performance of the EU as a security actor

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-02-20

Crisis in Chad: Implications for the EU

ISS - Europa

A 4-page analysis of a new, major crisis in Chad and its implications for the EU

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-02-07

The Effectiveness of European Social Fund Objective 3 Global Grants

DWP - UK

This 124-page UK study assesses the effectiveness of the ESF Objective 3 global grants in assisting people with low rates of employment to progress towards employment

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2008-02-06

Undecided Voters Will Decide

IFIMES

A Slovene article commenting on the forthcoming runoff presidential election in Serbia

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-02-05

Biofuels and Development: Will the EU Help or Hinder?

ODI

A 4-page UK briefing paper proposing changes to EU biofuels policy that would foster development and help cut greenhouse gas emissions

Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-31

Ownership Unbundling in Energy Markets

IFRI

An overview of the European debate on the ownership and regulation of energy transport infrastructure in Europe

European Union, EnergyPosted: 2008-01-31

Decoupling: Can Europe Avoid a Recession?

CEPS

A 3-page commentary exploring whether Europe will follow the US into a likely recession

European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-31

The European Union as a Normative Foreign Policy Actor

CEPS

This 38-page working paper examines whether the EU fits a normative foreign policy paradigm

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-31

Creating Sustainable Growth in Europe

AGF

Papers delivered at a conference, "Midpoint", held as part of an initiative created to guide sustainable growth in Europe (single page linking to conference papers)

European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-30

Growing Old Gracefully: How to Ease Population Ageing in Europe

CER

This 22-page essay sets out what European governments can do to counter the economic effects of ageing

Ageing, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-21

The Legs of the Triangle: The EU-China Relations

DGAP

A 10-page German paper assessing the future of EU-China relations

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-20

The Importance of Actor Cleavages in Negotiating the European Constitutional Treaty

Eurogov

This 35-page working paper explores governmental preferences, cleavages and patterns of coalition-forming in the bargaining process on the European Constitutional Treaty

European UnionPosted: 2008-01-19

Europe, the EU and Its 2050 Energy Storylines

Clingendael

A 62-page Dutch paper exploring some of the conditions under which energy policy will be formulated in and by the EU over the next 4 decades

Energy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-17

Employment Protection Reforms, Employment and the Incidence of Temporary Jobs in Europe

IZA

This 47-page discussion paper investigates the impact of reform of employment protection systems in Europe on employment and temporary jobs

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2008-01-10

Family Matters

Eurofound

A 13-page document focusing on families in the light of recent policy developments at EU and national level.

Families, Children & Youth, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-10

Health Status Transitions

ENEPRI

A 7-page policy brief discussing the policy implications of a study of the movements in health status of the population of EU countries by age

Health, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-10

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

From Protecting Some to Securing Many

UPI

A 71-page report presenting a Finnish perspective on recent developments in NATO

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-08

Combating International Crime in an Enlarging European Union

Cicero Foundation

This 14-page paper deals with the role of Europol in combating international crime in the EU

Crime, Law & Order, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-04

Profiling Normative Foreign Policy: The European Union and its Global Partners

CEPS

An 18-page working paper developing a conceptual framework for a study of normative foreign policy

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-04

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

Preparing for the Multipolar World: European Foreign and Security Policy in 2020

CER

This article argues that the EU can help to ensure that multilateralism prevails over balance-of-power politics in the near future

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-19

Labor Markets in the EU New Member States

IZA

This discussion paper documents the recent changes in labour market conditions in Europe's transition countries, offers tentative explanations and suggests policies to address the emerging challenges

European Union, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-12-18

Turkey's Role in European Energy Security

CER

An 8-page essay discussiong Turkey's crucial role in Europe's energy security

Energy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-17

The EU as a Security Actor

NUPI

A 45-page Norwegian working paper examining the extent to which the EU has established political and administrative capabilities in relation to its security policy

European UnionPosted: 2007-12-14

Kosovo Countdown: A Blueprint for Transition

Crisis Group

This 35-page report proposes a peaceful transition for Kosovo culminating in conditional independence

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-13

Europe's Retail Banking: Will There Ever be a Single Market?

CER

A 6-page brief proposing steps to improve the competitive environment of Europe's retail banking sector

European UnionPosted: 2007-12-13

Pension Systems, Ageing and the Stability and Growth Pact

CESifo

This 69-page working paper explores how the EU Stability and Growth Pact may cope with the future costs of population ageing

Ageing, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-12

Costs and Benefits of Euro Membership: A Counterfactual Analysis

CEPII

This 50-page French paper calculates the costs or gains of EMU membership

European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-12-12

Analysis of the Success and Failure in the Labour Markets of Selected EU Member-States

VKI

A 23-page Hungarian working paper identifying the economic factors and policies which influence the level of employment and unemployment in selected EU member states

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08

Russian Gas and European Energy Security

SWP

A German examination of the limitations and weaknesses of the European energy foreign policy

Energy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08

NATO and Missile Defence

SWP

A 29-page German analysis of the options available to European members of NATO in the light of the rapid development of the US missile defence system

European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08

The Berlin-London Connection: From "No Frills" to "Full Service"

SWP

An 8-page German article discussing the growth in cooperation between Germany and the UK in European affairs

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-08

Pioneering Foreign Policy: The EU Special Representatives

ISS-EU

This 165-page paper examines the role of the EU special representatives

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08

Adapting to Global Product and Labour Markets: New Models for Apprenticeship in Europe

Institute for Futures Studies

A 23-page Swedish paper studying how apprenticeship models in Europe might adapt to globalizing markets

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European UnionPosted: 2007-12-05

Cap and Trade in Europe

IEEP

A 10-page paper reviewing the workings of the EU's Cap and Trade system for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions

Climate Change & Environment, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-05

Global Trends, Regional Consequences

GMFUS

This 48-page paper examines the strategic significance of the Black Sea

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-05

Lessons Learned from European Defence Equipment Programmes

ISS-EU

This 41-page occasional paper investigates European armaments cooperation

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-04

Kosovo and the Principles of Just Secession

CEPS

This 15-page policy brief examines the legitimacy of Kosovo's right to unilateral secession

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-04

Political Islam and European Foreign Policy

CEPS

A 199-page collection of essays offering a Muslim perspective on the EU's policy towards Muslim democratic parties in the Mediterranean Arab states

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-04

Shaping Europe's Defence Debate

SDA

A 70-page study analyzing the quality of debate on the future course of ESDP

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-11-29

Europe's Defence and Its New Security Strategy

CER

A commentary setting out elements for a new European Security Strategy

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-11-28

Contemporary Chinese Views of Europe

Chatham House

This 81-page UK report examines Chinese views on the economic, political and cultural aspects of Europe

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-11-27

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