European Power

The accidental Atlanticist

At this year's Munich Security Conference, appearances by former US Vice President Joseph Biden and current Vice President Mike Pence offered the transatlanticists in attendance a portrait in contrasts. Yet to achieve the bright future promised by Biden, Europeans need to heed Pence's dark warnings

Europe should do better on Venezuela

The EU has taken constructive steps to address the crisis in Venezuela, but the lack of a common European position could threaten progress towards a peaceful transition of power. 

Austria’s toughest EU presidency

Although Austria has the potential to influence EU policymaking more, the country often stands in its own way

Don’t expect fireworks at Munich

Troubles back home, not international affairs, will dominate Europe’s top security meetup