Afghanistan: How it could have been different
Nothing was inevitable about the Taliban reconquering of Afghanistan. But in the end the US lost what minimal strategic patience it had.
Nothing was inevitable about the Taliban reconquering of Afghanistan. But in the end the US lost what minimal strategic patience it had.
After Afghanistan, countries such as Germany should reconsider their presence in Mali, unless the ruling class commits to good governance and democratic principles
Europe needs to take a hard look at what worked and what did not work in Afghanistan. Only then can it gradually and realistically build up its own capacities, rather than aim for grandiose schemes that lack public support.
Our collective failure to end the pandemic now will cause even deeper and more costly problems in the future
The EU and its member states have a vital role to play in reforming NATO – cooperation rather than competition will be key to making this a success
The EU cannot remain a passive observer on the Western Sahara issue. It should look to the EU3 model as a way to make progress.
The Turkish president no longer commands all before him. The EU should turn its attention to supporting democratic forces in the country.
In addition to a Strategic Compass that sets its direction of travel, the EU also needs a ‘GPS’ to help it determine its location and speed
Whoever repairs today’s fracturing international landscape will secure the power and influence to reset the post-pandemic world order to their liking
When the EU is dependent on external suppliers for its green and digital transitions, and for protecting its citizens’ health, it is in a weak geopolitical position