Commentary

In late February, a high-level delegation from the European Commission visited India. In the context of negotiations that have been ongoing since 2007, the EU is seeking to overcome hurdles which so far have prevented it from concluding a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Delhi...

On 21 February 2025 President Trump issued a memorandum providing for the imposition of tariffs on countries hindering ‘American companies’ global competitiveness’. This aggressive move highlights the growing challenges of cooperation between Europe and the US in the digital...

Europe must defend itself against Russia, including hybrid warfare, writes Steven Everts. In addition to resilience, we must also think about deterrence.

While Serbia continues to be gripped by mass protests, there is an atmosphere of crisis in Kosovo, where the ruling party has failed to secure a majority in parliamentary elections. The resulting climate of political uncertainty leaves the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue in limbo...

Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s decision to snub the upcoming G20 Ministerial meeting in Johannesburg has made it clear that Washington seems intent on undermining multilateralism and diplomacy. As the G20 remains a crucial forum for multilateralism, South Africa and the EU are...

It is wise for the EU not to bend too much to Trump's whims, argues Steven Everts. Europe needs to develop its own power.

What are the biggest risks to the EU in 2025? We asked close to 400 experts to rank the likelihood and expected impact of 30 predefined risks affecting EU interests. Experts highlighted the following top risks: a bad ceasefire deal in Ukraine, US abandonment, hybrid attacks, and...

The fatal collapse of a concrete canopy at Novi Sad railway station in November triggered widespread protests which have amplified across Serbia in the past two months. The protests reflect a broader pattern of societal discontent that has been growing in recent years. The...

If the EU does not engage proactively with Washington, the new Trump 2.0 administration may proceed without taking the bloc’s interests into account. Intent on countering Chinese technological and industrial dominance, Trump 2.0 may push Europeans towards a degree of decoupling...

It is imperative for the EU to be prepared for the prospect of negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine. In particular, because for Moscow, negotiations will be a continuation of war by other means.