Tag Archives: EU

The Energy-security Nexus in Southeast Europe

Connecting the energy islands in south-east Europe will help build a region that can act as a strategic partner for the EU in the broader energy-security nexus.

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The Tragedy of Migrants in Austerity-hit Greece

Undocumented refugees fleeing conflict and poverty are most vulnerable to exploitation.

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Can Greece Avoid Expulsion from Eurozone?

What decision would Greece be challenging? It would be a decision adopted by the EU institutions and the Eurogroup finance ministers to force a Greek exit of the eurozone due to its default on fulfilling the obligations attached to its participation in the monetary union and the conditions attached to Greece’s bailout program.

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The Price of Coexistence Between the EU and Russia

Considering the current domestic political developments in Russia, a long period of relative instability and recurring tensions seems unavoidable. But this doesn’t mean that we are approaching a new Cold War.

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What European Council Should Decide after Mediterranean Tragedy

The European Council will have to make crucial decisions regarding the future of the EU in the fields of migration, asylum and border protection, says Elmar Brok MEP. Otherwise, the Mediterranean will remain the deadliest route on the globe.

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Europe’s Vulnerability on Russian Gas

European Union member states have many differences in terms of their energy security and, in particular, in their degree of exposure to a possible disruption of gas supplies from Russia.

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EU Divided Over Radio Spectrum Allotment

Allotting spectrum is becoming more important as hyper-connectivity gathers pace. Europe is divided over apportionment of radio spectrum in the face of rising threats of its use by fundamentalists for recruitment.

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The New Russia, the New Ukraine, and Europe’s Future

A stable international order requires a hegemonic power or powers to contain conflicts. As the West has turned inwards, emerging regional powers have tried to fill the vacuum and conflicts have festered, says George Soros.

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Europe Losing Influence in Climate Negotiations

The Paris climate conference kicks off in 308 days, and should it fail, it could be the last of its kind. For France, this is simply not an option.

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Why the Greek Election Is So Important

Europe has its first far-left party since the financial crisis. What is Syriza and why does it matter? Will Greece really leave the euro? All your questions answered.

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