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Keeping America close, Russia down, and China far away: How Europeans navigate a competitive world
European citizens are adapting slowly to the new geopolitical landscape. But leaders have an opportunity to build public consensus on Europe’s approach to China, the US, and Russia
Brace yourself: How the 2024 US presidential election could affect Europe
Fierce debates are raging among both Republicans and Democrats about America’s future foreign policy orientation. Europeans should take note and prepare
From shock and awe to stability and flaws: Iraq’s post-invasion journey
Post-invasion Iraq has proven resilient in the face of many challenges – but problems remain that Europeans could assist with resolving
The power of control: How the EU can shape the new era of strategic export restrictions
Amid the US-China strategic competition, the EU must develop a new strategic technology doctrine and upgrade its export control policy
Podcasts
Democracy in the age of polycrisis with Adam Tooze
During the Annual Council Meeting, Mark Leaonard and Adam Tooze discussed about the polycrisis
Featured projects
Charting The Long War
For seven decades, European integration has been driven by the quest for peace. The Russian invasion of Ukraine marks a turning point.
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Re:shape Global Europe
The project strives to engage citizens across Europe and generate a wide debate about the purpose of European power in the twenty-first century
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Public opinion polling
Through polling in EU member states, ECFR’s analysis seeks to unlock shifting coalitions in Europe that favour a more internationally engaged union
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Warmer welcome: Ways to engage with African solutions to the Russia-Ukraine war
African leaders are undertaking a mission to end Russia’s war on Ukraine. European leaders should not dismiss the effort
The dam has burst: How Russia’s war on Ukraine could make ecocide an international crime
For many decades, proponents have failed to secure the adoption of ecocide as a crime. The circumstances of Russia’s war on Ukraine create momentum for a breakthrough
From rule-taker to rule-maker: Africa in the changing world order
As African countries look to redefine their role in the shifting global landscape, they should pursue non-alignment and aim to help shape the rules of the future world order
Multilateral development: How Europeans can get real with the global south
Traditional forms of development multilateralism are losing credibility in the global south – but the EU and its member states can help turn this around
Rules of the road for the EU’s secondary sanctions
With its 11th sanctions package, the EU will enter the realm of secondary sanctions. It needs to set some ground rules for their use
The Kyiv sanctuary: Building the Ukrainian defence against Russian missiles
Ukraine, together with its Western allies, has created an effective air defence system against Russian missiles and drones in Kyiv. Now it is time to extend that system to the rest of the country
It’s interesting that the US is taking a much more aggressive stance now
Alex Veit comments on the more aggressive stance taken by the United States towards South Africa
If we are serious about making Europe less dependent on China in strategically important sectors, we must be prepared to stop these outflows
Tobias Gehrke comments on the threat of a solar company relocating to the USA because of subsidies
Since taking office, he has shown himself to be a proactive leader
Europeans should prepare for an era of intense nuclear competition
More on Africa
Tricks of the trade: Strengthening EU-African cooperation on trade in services
Services play an increasingly important role in international trade. Improving EU-African trade in services would have wide-ranging benefits for both sides
More on Asia
A question of balance: India and Europe after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Europeans have found India’s position on the Ukraine war frustrating. But, although it is dependent on Russia for its arms, and has huge worries about China, India is actually moving inexorably closer to the West.
More on European Power
Culture clash: Russia, Ukraine, and the fight for the European public
Russia’s war on Ukraine is a test of European values. The way European governments respond is critical for European sentiment, unity, and solidarity with Ukraine
More on Middle East and North Africa
Autumn of the patriarch: How to help Tunisians defend their democracy
Tunisia’s autocratic president is leading the country to the brink. The EU and member states should act now to support Tunisian democracy.
More on Wider Europe
Feeling the chill: Navigating Arctic governance amid Russia’s war on Ukraine
As Russia’s war on Ukraine highlights the Arctic’s geostrategic importance and disrupts its governance formats, European governments need to prioritise cooperation with each other and with the region’s indigenous peoples
Views from the Council
Why the West must be ready for this moment of opportunity and risk in Ukraine
Ukrainians are preparing for a make-or-break counter-offensive. They have a theory of victory. Do we?