Publications

Albania hosted the sixth edition of the European Political Community (EPC) on 16 May. But the political weight of the EPC still falls short of expectations. Rather than letting the EPC drift into irrelevance, the EU Member States should take the lead in investing the format with...

The EU-UK summit in London on 19 May marks the start of a new phase in the relationship: the focus is no longer on implementation but rather on deepening cooperation, both in security and defence and in the economic realm.

The EU's notable absence from key Indo-Pacific trade frameworks risks undercutting its long-term ambitions in the region. Deepening ties with one of the region's leading trade pacts offers a low-friction way to signal intent, relevance, and credibility.

The pledge to develop a new foreign economic policy is central to the European Commission’s July 2024 Political Guidelines. This ambition has become even more pressing in light of President Trump’s disruptive ‘America First’ trade practices, and the broader need to increase the...

Ukraine should be able to say no to a bad deal between Trump and Putin. This is achievable, provided we focus on what truly matters and realise that Ukraine holds more cards than Trump may think.

Diverging US and European approaches to ending the war in Ukraine are increasingly apparent. Europe must rise to the challenge and exert pressure on Russia to accept ceasefire terms that will lay the groundwork for a sustainable peace – a real peace grounded in geopolitical...

In the face of shifting US politics and fossil fuel pressures, the EU must hold steady on its energy transition. It's methodical, rules-based approach to climate and energy policy is not just an asset—it’s a geopolitical strength.

Europe must beware of the trap of the 'China option' as an automatic response to Trump's hostilities. What Europe has to do is play a smart game and seize Chinese attempts at a rapprochement to obtain real concessions.

Last week's visit by HR/VP Kaja Kallas to the Western Balkans conveyed a clear message: the region remains firmly on the EU's radar.