Reality versus International Norms and Rules Tradeoff The Trump administration has presented an ultimatum pushing the line that that US to recognizes Russia's annexation of Crimea, forcing European capitals into a difficult choice between supporting Kyiv or aligning with Washington…
Is a EU Security Guarantee Credible Enough for Ukraine without the US? During a recent meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in Brussels, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that Ukraine would not be joining NATO, a position that…
EU Strategic Autonomy on Defense Needed The potential U.S. retrenchment from Europe has increased, particularly under a possible second Trump presidency. This article highlights the challenges European nations face in developing a cohesive defense strategy in the context of declining…
Expect a Rocky Relations between the US and EU Following Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential elections, Europe is bracing for a new era of economic protectionism that could have significant consequences on its economy, geopolitical stability, and efforts…
EU China Trade Tensions on EVs The European Union (EU) is implementing a 45% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) as part of an escalating trade conflict with China, which the EU accuses of unfair industrial subsidies. This decision follows…
An EU Industrial Policy to keep up with the US and China! Mario Draghi has called for a "new industrial strategy for Europe," emphasizing the need for the EU to increase annual investments by €800 billion to remain competitive against…
Tariffs by EU on Chinese EVs sparks Potential Chinese Tariffs on Brandy Chinese authorities have decided not to impose provisional tariffs on EU-imported brandy, easing concerns among European producers amidst ongoing trade tensions. Despite a probe into potential dumping practices,…
Chinese EVs Pose Threat to EU Auto Industry The European Commission has announced provisional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) after an investigation found that these vehicles were being unfairly subsidized. The tariffs will vary depending on the company and…
The Geopolitical Stakes of the Xi visit to Europe President Xi Jinping's recent trip to Europe reveals a shift in dynamics since his last visit five years ago. European leaders are now focused on "de-risking" by moving investments and supply…
What the plan for Ukraine in NATO means? The plan for Ukraine to join NATO has significant geopolitical implications. NATO, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is a collective defense alliance aimed at countering potential threats from non-member states. Ukraine's inclusion…
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