Britain voted for independence, but it has achieved isolation
The irony of recent British neo-poodleism is that the UK needs an EU trade deal much more than it needs a US trade deal
Cohesion & Governance
Control issues: The UK’s defence procurement woes
The UK Ministry of Defence has shown a chronic lack of decision discipline, sometimes undermining its role in joint European projects
Spain’s new culture war
The inauguration of the most fragmented parliament since 1978 will usher in a period of culture war centring on national identity
Europe and China after Brexit: The 5G question
A decision looms for Britain on 5G and Huawei. London’s choice will signal whether it wishes to stay close to Europe when dealing with Beijing – or to go its own way
Boris’s revenge: The coming assault on Britain’s democracy
Boris Johnson could prove to be more Trump than Trump. But he may yet face resistance to turning Britain into “Singapore-on-Thames”
How grassroots democracy can cure the ills of central Europe
A new “Pact of Free Cities” is launching to combat populism, promote transparency, and tackle the climate crisis
28 Nov
« Une proposition pour une nouvelle architecture de sécurité européenne »
Nous avons le plaisir de vous inviter à une table ronde en présence de Jeremy Shapiro, Pierre Vimont et Sylvie Kauffmann
The Lost Promise of 1989
As is often the case, deep historical shifts tend to show up first in popular culture, and only then in formal politics. That is why we should look at the complex legacy of 1989 not only in the formal celebrations being held in Berlin, but also in the stands of a soccer stadium in Sofia
Belarus votes: Could its verdict matter?
Belarus could be standing on the brink of change. The EU should not ignore events on its outer border – and, indeed, should look for new ways to engage its neighbour
Bringing the radical right in: Lessons learned from Spain
Vox’s success in Spain illuminates some of populism’s successful escalation strategies, as well as the mistakes of mainstream parties