Constructivism’s Relevance to Understanding Brexit
Brexit can be understood as a result of British national identity, a product of the UK’s geography and history, which was perceived as incompatible with European identity.
When Economic Needs Trump Popular Will: The Case of the German Agenda 2010
Germany’s Agenda 2010 adversely affected citizen trust in democracy by favoring market competitiveness over democratic deliberation.
The Spectrum of Georgia’s Policy Options Towards Abkhazia and South Ossetia
Georgia’s government should put the conflicts in Abkhazia and South Ossetia on hold, buying it time to develop itself, which could set the stage for reconciliation.
Euroscepticism, Thatcherism and Brexit
The roots of the British Conservative Party’s can be found in the ideas put forth under Margaret Thatcher’s leadership.
The Energy Relationship Between Russia and the European Union
The EU-Russia energy relationship resembles an uneasy marriage. Both parties want to exit in the long run, but remain bound to one another for the immediate future.
Europe’s Biggest Eurosceptics: Britain and Support for the European Union
Euroscepticism remains higher in the United Kingdom in contrast to their continental peers, as reflected in its referendum to leave the European Union.
Kaliningrad’s Energy Self-sufficiency: Potentials and Opportunities
Relations between the EU and Russia have sparked concerns regarding energy relations, notably with respect to Kaliningrad’s energy security.
EU Foreign Policy in East Asia: EU-Japan Relations and the Rise of China
While Japan and the EU are allies who emphasize liberal values in their foreign policy, geopolitical concerns have prevented them from agreeing on a China policy.
In Search of a European Strategy? From a Normative to a Pragmatic Approach
Differences between the ESS and the EUGS are examined, illustrating challenges the EU expects to face and the long-term framework of the EU’s foreign and defence policy.
The Use of “Remote” Warfare: A Strategy to Limit Loss and Responsibility
Remote warfare has become increasingly popular among Western governments as both a political and military tool in the fight against terror.
