Georgien am Kipppunkt
Korruption, Repression, Gewalt: Das Land im Kaukasus rutscht in den Autoritarismus ab, Richtung Moskau, weg von Brüssel. Steht die EU davor, Tiflis als Partner zu verlieren?
In Its Response to Trump, Europe Should Avoid Disruption
The Europeans must be shrewd and coolheaded when it comes to dealing with the second Trump administration’s policies.
“Europe Has the Capability”
The Trump administration seeking alignment with Russia is difficult to understand, says retired US General Ben Hodges. However, the Europeans should be able to deter Moscow if they fix deficiencies in air defense, military production, and transportation.
Germany Needs to Rethink Competitiveness for a Hostile World
Incoming German Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to strengthen German industry, but his thinking is stuck in the past. The key question is how to make Germany and the EU thrive in the age of systemic competition.
The Case for Nordic-Baltic Pragmatism
Europe’s dilemma is that it needs to try and keep the United States on board while preparing for its departure. The best way forward is accelerated burden-shifting to build a more European NATO.
Why Europe Must Avoid a Strategic Trap in a Post-American World
American hegemony could experience the same decline and sudden fall experienced in Ancient Rome. Europe needs to draw the right lessons from the past to thrive in this new era.
Europe’s Dual Challenge in the Trump Era
In the absence of the US security guarantee, Europe will have to rearm while also remaining united. The good news is that the Europeans are capable of achieving both—as long as they truly want to.
Europe Needs a Russia Strategy Now
As long as President Vladimir Putin is in the Kremlin, Russia will pose a threat to European security. The EU should become more active in countering Russian influence in its neighborhood and in Central Asia.
Toward a New European Security Order
The United States is withdrawing from Europe, but it’s not all doom and gloom. The EU and non-members will need new common structures, but the continent should well be able to hold its own. Incoming German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will play a key role.
Necessity, the Mother of Invention
Europe has never had so few alternatives as it does today. But that is exactly why Europe will succeed.
The Risks of Merz’ Debt Gamble
Incoming Chancellor Friedrich Merz has already lost a lot of trust in Germany. Meanwhile, his EU partners are hoping he will use German money to underpin European leadership ambitions. They are in danger of losing sight of the domestic political risks.
The EU’s Blind Spot: China in the World
Beijing has been outpacing Brussels in the so-called Global South. Now the EU must rethink its global game plan.