European Union

Open Access Book – Meditations on Diplomacy: Comparative Cases in Diplomatic Practice and Foreign Policy

Stephen Chan • Oct 15 2017 • Features

This book, by Stephen Chan, explores via a range of examples, the challenges diplomacy faces today as actors seek to change history and undermine interests.

The German Election – What Does It Mean for Europe?

Charlotte Galpin • Oct 4 2017 • Articles

The election in Germany brings the country into line with other countries in Europe with strong right-wing populist parties.

Interview – Lyubomir Kyuchukov

E-International Relations • Sep 28 2017 • Features

Lyubomir Kyuchoukov discusses the partnership agreement between Bulgaria and Macedonia, EU policy in the Western Balkans and Macedonia’s attempts to join the EU and NATO.

Will Brexit Happen?

Christopher Hill • Sep 18 2017 • Articles

The potential for Brexit is assessed through the premise that only a second referendum can negate the legitimacy of the first.

European Defense: Back to Tervuren?

Gabriela Marin Thornton and Tobias J. Oder • Aug 26 2017 • Articles

The EU has an opportunity to relaunch its military coordination and work towards the Tervuren Summit’s goals: more coordinated and integrated military defense in Europe.

EU Security Policy in the Era of Trump: A Radical Account

Michael Merlingen • Aug 1 2017 • Articles

The Trump administration is a reminder to EU governments and elites of the risks of their weakened discursive hegemony over large parts of the population.

Implications of Brexit for the European Convention on Human Rights

Steven Greer • Jul 27 2017 • Articles

Brexit has no formal or immediate implications for the UK’s obligations under the ECHR, nevertheless, there may be some subtly negative consequences.

The European Union Immigration Agreement with Libya: Out of Sight, Out of Mind?

Delphine Nakache and Jessica Losier • Jul 25 2017 • Articles

Before engaging Libya as a partner in its “externalization” agenda, the EU must establish a mechanism that ensures an adequate assessment of individual protection needs.

Interview – Mary Kaldor

E-International Relations • Jul 21 2017 • Features

Prof. Kaldor explains new wars, discusses the conflict in Syria and the role of civil society, her approach to human security, and subterranean politics in Europe.

Reassessing the European Convention on Human Rights in the Context of Brexit

Jonathan Cooper • Jul 19 2017 • Articles

The decisions of the ECHR have enhanced Britain’s democratic institutions and improved the quality of everyday life for those within the jurisdiction.

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