Commentaries
Biden and Europe, values and interests
Before his trip to Europe, President Biden spoke of its purpose as “rallying the democracies”. But international politics is not just a clash between the democrats and the dictators. Indeed, […]
EU and strategic partners
Publications
Books
Grand Strategy in 10 words – A Guide to Great Power Politics in the 21st Century
In a world that has returned to great power rivalry, understanding the grand strategy of these powers is crucial. This book introduces ten key terms for analysing grand strategy […]
Commentaries
World politics in 2021: Infected by rivalry
If China is rising, it must be seeking world domination. If Russia is declining, it must be plotting revenge. The United States, in turn, will surely not refrain from anything […]
Commentaries
Biden’s Visit: Five Must-Do’s in Brussels
Trump’s approach to international organisations reminded one of Groucho Marx: “I refuse to join any club that would have me as a member”. It was wise, therefore, to postpone the […]
External publications
Analysing the EU Global Strategy on foreign and security policy
In his contribution to the 4th edition of the CSDP Handbook, Sven Biscop analyses the genesis of EU strategy, from the “pre-strategic” days of the 1990s, to the European Security […]
Commentaries
Pivoting Stabilisation in the Sahel: competing visions and implementation checkpoints
EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell has recently announced greater transparency from (and better conditionality with) Sahelian leaders following a visit to the region in April. This follows intentions for mutual accountability between the […]