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Africa. The Africa programme analyses the geopolitics of the Africa-Europe relationship. In particular, the programme delves into relations between the African Union and the European Union to find creative foreign policy tools and strategies.
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The European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) is an award-winning international think-tank that aims to conduct cutting-edge independent research on European foreign and security policy and to provide a safe meeting space for decision-makers, activists and influencers to share ideas.
New ideas for Europe’s relations with China, Russia, and beyond
Sep 9, 2011 · Asia. The Asia programme seeks to help Europe recalibrate its relationship with China and its Asian partners. The programme analyses China’s domestic situation, its role in the region, and its increasing global influence.
A sharp right turn: A forecast for the 2024 European Parliament
Jan 23, 2024 · Summary. The 2024 European Parliament elections will see a major shift to the right in many countries, with populist radical right parties gaining votes and seats across the EU, and centre-left and green parties losing votes and seats.
Staying power: Securing peace in Ukraine while balancing …
Nov 28, 2024 · The conflict in Ukraine is at a tipping point. US president-elect Donald Trump plans to settle the war “in 24 hours”, but he doesn’t have a clear plan, and success hinges on both sides being ready to compromise – unlikely at this stage.
Jeremy Cliffe - ECFR
Jeremy Cliffe is editorial director and senior fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations. He leads the editorial team, oversees ECFR’s publications, and writes on the politics and geopolitics of European sovereignty as part of the European Power programme.
The meaning of sovereignty: Ukrainian and European views of
Summary. New research conducted in Ukraine and 14 other European countries reveals that Ukraine’s determination to fight and European support for arming Ukraine have not been affected by Russian advances on the battlefield.
Divided we stand: The EU votes on Chinese electric vehicle tariffs
Oct 9, 2024 · On 4 October EU member states voted in favour of imposing tariffs of up to 45 per cent on Chinese electric vehicles for at least five years. The topic was highly contentious: 10 member states supported the measure, 12 abstained, and another 5 voted against the tariffs.
Beyond proxies: Iran’s deeper strategy in Syria and Lebanon
Jun 5, 2024 · Eastern Syria, meanwhile, serves a related but rather different purpose for Tehran, acting as a land bridge to connect Iran via Iraq to Syria and Lebanon. Control of this area facilitates the free movement of Iranian and Iranian-backed personnel, supplies, and weapons across borders, which enables the rapid deployment and resupply of proxy groups.
Trust and trade-offs: How to manage Europe’s green technology
May 29, 2024 · The scenarios. The scenarios approach emerged following conversations and workshops held by the European Council on Foreign Relations with stakeholders – from green industry leaders to climate specialists, trade economists, China-watchers, and European and American policymakers.