The politics of catastrophe with Niall Ferguson
Why do some societies and states respond to catastrophe better than others: some fall apart, most hold together, and a few emerge stronger?
Defence, Security and Tech
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EU defence: Looking for a Strategic Compass
How do Europeans see the future of EU crisis management? What are the EU military capabilities? How does the EU’s defence initiatives complement those of NATO?
Charting a new course: How Poland can contribute to European defence
By engaging with the Strategic Compass, Poland can help ensure that the EU’s defence initiatives complement those of NATO and develop in line with Polish interests
How Germany’s Greens could spell the end for the Franco-German fighter jet
The future of the FCAS fighter jet now likely lies with the German Greens. If they enter government this year, the end could be nigh for the Franco-German project
In search of Global Britain
The Integrated Review lays out a vision for the UK’s role in the world – how does look like & how does the EU fit into the picture?
The long year: Top foreign policy trends for 2021
Mark Leonard and Jeremy Shapiro predict ten bright and bold policy projections for the year to come
Why a ‘Black-Green’ German government could finally create a coherent defence policy
The election of a new CDU party leader last weekend might be the first step towards a novel Black-Green coalition government – whose defence policy could be surprisingly visionary, if the parties are willing to work together
After Merkel: Why Germany must end its inertia on defence and security
Angela Merkel has long resisted updating German defence policy for today’s challenges. Her successor will not be able to avoid the challenge forever
Top ten foreign policy trends in 2021
Mark Leonard and Jeremy Shapiro predict ten bright and bold policy projections for the year to come
How NATO should plan for the next ten years
NATO will only remain relevant to its members and contribute to international stability if the regional alliance acquires a global perspective