There is growing support for the idea that the world is experiencing not ‘deglobalisation’ but rather ‘re-globalisation’, owing to accelerating changes in energy and technology. Nonetheless, the differences between the next wave of globalisation and the last one will far outweigh the similarities
Mark Leonard and Alexander Stubb give us their take on this year’s World Economic Forum
Mark Leonard welcomes Catherine Ashton to talk about her new book “And Then What? Inside Stories of 21st Century Diplomacy”
The energy deals the EU and its member states are now making with third countries will shape Europeans’ ability to protect their energy security in the long term. The EU Energy Deals Tracker provides a comprehensive overview of these agreements, including their implications for the sustainable transition.
A panel discussion organized in collaboration with the Regional Program Political Dialogue South Mediterranean of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) in the framework of the 8th edition of the Rome MED – Mediterranean Dialogues, promoted by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation the Institute for International Political Studies (ISPI)
We turned 15! Time to reflect on the past years and ECFR’s role in helping Europe find a strong, united voice
We will discuss Germany’s role in Europe and will reflect on how the new European order is viewed in Berlin
Mark Leonard, Carl Bildt, Karoline Edtstadler, and Thomas Wieser discuss the future of globalisation and the role of a geopolitical Europe in front of a live audience
In conversation with Jana Puglierin, Gideon Rachman will present his book “The Age of the Strongmen”
Geoff Mulgan and Mark Leonard discuss how to restore political imagination and harness creativity to solve current and future problems
European states should now increase conditional engagement with the Houthis, looking to widen political and humanitarian space on the ground
The tragedy of Libya in well known in outline but poorly known in detail – to many in Europe, that is. But Europe has a role in the country’s stabilisation.
France sees the MENA region as a state for foreign policy and great power politics and an opportunity to shape global politics and punch above its weight
The EU is ill-equipped to respond to foreign policy crises
Time for a new approach that takes into account other regional dynamics
EU approach to Algeria neglects long-term domestic stability
France looks beyond China towards new partners in Asia
Ukraine crisis shows Berlin’s Russia policy is out of date
Towards a new EU foreign policy
What Europe needs to do
There is growing support for the idea that the world is experiencing not ‘deglobalisation’ but rather ‘re-globalisation’, owing to accelerating changes in energy and technology. Nonetheless, the differences between the next wave of globalisation and the last one will far outweigh the similarities
Europeans have set out on a journey towards greater economic sovereignty. They will only reach their destination if they learn to navigate an interconnected world.
European policymakers should look on current protests in Libya as a rare opportunity to push for change in what has long been a stagnant political environment
The Non-Aligned Movement is one of the largest international forums in the world. As the European Union finds its geopolitical feet, it should work to treat developing countries as individual states with their own interests and objectives.
Putin’s invasion of Ukraine has underlined the importance of European sovereignty. The EU should now invest boldly in its military capabilities, cyber-defences, energy independence, and economic resilience.
The deepening relationship between Belgrade and Moscow has long created unease across the Balkans. By refusing to condemn Russia’s war on Ukraine, Serbia has proven once again that it is a liability to the EU and NATO.
Cooperation with third countries is central to EU foreign policy. Yet the Strategic Compass will need to be careful to avoid security and defence partnerships that create only the appearance of progress.
Zelensky and his people are fighting for their lives to defend European values. They have earned the prospect of EU membership once this brutal war is over.
Legislation on human rights due diligence is coming. For it to succeed, the EU will need to coordinate key institutions and raise awareness of its benefits for Europe’s partners and companies.
Germany is right to view 6G through the lens of growing geopolitical competition. But, instead of investing in its own 6G programme, the country could better serve its interests by supporting EU efforts to develop standards in this area.
The energy deals the EU and its member states are now making with third countries will shape Europeans’ ability to protect their energy security in the long term. The EU Energy Deals Tracker provides a comprehensive overview of these agreements, including their implications for the sustainable transition.
Mark Leonard and Alexander Stubb give us their take on this year’s World Economic Forum
Mark Leonard welcomes Catherine Ashton to talk about her new book “And Then What? Inside Stories of 21st Century Diplomacy”
We turned 15! Time to reflect on the past years and ECFR’s role in helping Europe find a strong, united voice
Mark Leonard, Carl Bildt, Karoline Edtstadler, and Thomas Wieser discuss the future of globalisation and the role of a geopolitical Europe in front of a live audience
Geoff Mulgan and Mark Leonard discuss how to restore political imagination and harness creativity to solve current and future problems
Can Europe remain true to its climate agenda despite Russia’s war in Ukraine?
Ian Bremmer joins the podcast to discuss the concept of a “goldilocks” crisis, the effects of the covid-19 pandemic, and Europe’s role in global upheavals
German chancellor, Olaf Scholz, is facing criticism for not meeting the expectations he created with his Zeitenwende speech. But how fair is this criticism?
Join us on this journey to a more therapeutic approach to international relations. The mini-series brings you five special episodes with guests including today’s Anne-Marie Slaughter, Marietje Schaake, and Dan Drezner.
Why do some societies and states respond to catastrophe better than others: some fall apart, most hold together, and a few emerge stronger?
A panel discussion organized in collaboration with the Regional Program Political Dialogue South Mediterranean of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) in the framework of the 8th edition of the Rome MED – Mediterranean Dialogues, promoted by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation the Institute for International Political Studies (ISPI)
We will discuss Germany’s role in Europe and will reflect on how the new European order is viewed in Berlin
In conversation with Jana Puglierin, Gideon Rachman will present his book “The Age of the Strongmen”
Mark Leonard will launch his newly released paperback edition of his book – The Age of Unpeace: How Connectivity Causes Conflict (Penguin) with a brand-new essay on the war in Ukraine and its implications for geopolitics
With the EU’s High Representative as our honoured guest, the panel will explore the birth of a geopolitical Europe and the new dimensions of European power with a focus on the tech, economic, and security terrains
In collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in Madrid, ECFR has organised a public virtual debate to explore how the EU and the Indo-Pacific can build a strategic alliance and how the EU-Japan relationship can drive this process
This webinar will bring together a collection of EU and British views to see where everyone stands on the Russia-Ukraine crisis
What do China’s mask diplomacy, America’s sanctions on Iran, Russia’s election interference, Belarus’s migration policy, struggles over Huawei, Covid-19 and Climate change have in common?
Which coalition is likely? Who are the winners and losers, and likely candidates for main political jobs?
What does feminist diplomacy stand for in today’s complex world of great powers competition? What can it achieve?
There is no need to interpret the President’s words on military aid to Ukraine during the EU summit. We have the legislative decision of the Members of the National Assembly on the issue.
There is growing support for the idea that the world is experiencing not ‘deglobalisation’ but rather ‘re-globalisation’, owing to accelerating changes in energy and technology
Camille Grand was invited on the set of “Tout est Pol” on TF1 to discuss current geopolitical matters
The French president’s state visit to the United States demonstrates the restoration of relations between Paris and Washington
Tara Varma was interviewed by L’Express on the potential reestablishment of a good relationship between the US and France
