New ideas for Europe’s relations with China, Russia, and beyond
WEBSep 9, 2011 · Hard, fast, and where it hurts: Lessons from Ukraine-related sanctions for a Taiwan conflict scenario. In the coming years, China’s leaders could make good on their pledges to “reunify” Taiwan and the Chinese mainland by force. European policymakers need to begin preparing economic statecraft options for such a scenario – and they need ...
The final countdown: The EU, Poland, and the rule of law
WEBDec 14, 2022 · Krakow, Poland on January 18, 2022. After the European Union’s megadeal with Hungary, and Poland’s proposed legislative reforms, all eyes are once again on Warsaw and its protracted conflict with Brussels over the rule of law. Things may finally be coming to a head, as the Polish government looks …
Four ways the new German government can strengthen European …
WEBSep 27, 2021 · A stronger Europe will make both Germany and Europe more resilient in the face of economic coercion and help them avoid having to bow to external pressure. This should be a focus for the next German government – but the issue has won next to no attention from party leaders in the current election …
The unwavering European: Spain and its place in Europe | ECFR
WEBApr 5, 2019 · The EU28 Survey. The EU28 Survey is a bi-annual expert poll conducted by ECFR in the 28 member states of the European Union. The study surveys the cooperation preferences and attitudes of European policy professionals working in governments, politics, think tanks, academia, and the media to explore the potential for coalitions among EU member states.
Rocking the boat: The Macron method - ECFR
WEBNov 8, 2019 · Two days before the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, the Economist released a long interview with French President Emmanuel Macron that detailed his political, economic, and strategic vision for Europe. The debate raging around the interview has concentrated on its title: “NATO is brain-dead”. But Macron also discusses most of his recent diplomatic stances that have raised ...
Drones in Ukraine and beyond: Everything you need to know
WEBAug 11, 2023 · Drones are primarily used for surveillance, intelligence gathering, propaganda, and strikes. Surveillance and reconnaissance are the most natural uses of drones. All drones carry photo, video, or other data collection sensors, which allow forces to locate enemy bases, observe troop movements, and choose targets.
High stakes: How sanctions relief could impact EU-Iran trade
WEBJul 20, 2021 · In the pessimistic scenario, 24 months after the lifting of sanctions, monthly EU exports to Iran would average €457m. In the optimistic scenario this rises to €520m – a figure still significantly below the €648m average achieved in the initial period of JCPOA-related sanctions relief. Imports suggest a similar story: 24 months on from ...
Explainer: The Iran nuclear deal - ECFR
WEBJul 17, 2015 · The main components of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) agreed on 14 July between Iran and the E3+3 (that is, France, Germany, the UK, China, the US and Russia) is summarised below. An overwhelming number of non-proliferation experts and scientists have assessed that the terms of the JCPOA provide the most reasonable and durable means to ensure Iran does not produce a nuclear weapon ...
Four steps to support Europe-Iran trade under a revived JCPOA
WEBJun 24, 2021 · 4. Make better use of INSTEX, the government-backed trade mechanism established to support European trade with Iran. The INSTEX mission should be understood to be the preservation of the Iran nuclear deal through economic means, a track that will require greater European political support to be meaningfully operationalised.
Turkey’s drone diplomacy: Lessons for Europe | ECFR
WEBJan 31, 2022 · The economic benefits of Turkey’s domestic-made drones have partially compensated for its questionable decision to acquire the S-400 air-defence system from Russia in 2019 – a decision that led to Ankara’s exclusion from the US-led F-35 fighter programme, huge economic losses, and a long-term capability gap for the Turkish air force.
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