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Time for an EU Security Council?

Faced with Donald Trump’s return to the White House and his threat to transatlantic relations, the EU is woefully ill-equipped to act swiftly on foreign policy and security issues. An EU Security Council would go a long way in empowering it to respond more effectively.

· November 19, 2024
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Getting Europe Ready for a Second Trump Administration

Key leaders cannot prepare fast enough on issues such as NATO, Ukraine, and trade.

· November 14, 2024
In The Media
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How Draghi and Letta May Help in Dealing With Trump

A strong European commitment to embrace the policy agenda set out by Letta and Draghi will not eliminate all or even most of the tensions between the incoming Trump administration and the European Union.  But the Letta-Draghi agenda will address issues related to trade and security that Donald Trump and his administration find important.

· November 6, 2024
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Behind the Scenes, Preparations for Russia-Ukraine Negotiations

Despite lofty declarations of support, Ukraine’s main backers are increasingly focused on laying the groundwork for Kyiv’s negotiations with Moscow. Instead of ensuring sustainable security in Europe, the compromises under discussion would embolden Russia and China.

· November 5, 2024
In The Media
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Europe is Trapped Between Technocracy and Democracy

Europe is so caught between technocracy and politics that it may be unable to address the monumental list of challenges it faces.

· November 4, 2024
Financial Times
Georgia’s Dangerous Moment Is a Challenge for the EU

Georgian Dream has claimed victory in a contested election, sparking protests and a constitutional crisis. The EU is now under pressure to support Georgians’ democratic and European aspirations while working to prevent further escalation and potential violence.

· October 31, 2024