Author: Daniel Gros / Topic: International Organization

Author:: Daniel Gros, Richard Youngs, Michael Emerson, Christian Egenhofer, Nathalie Tocci, Giovanni Grevi, and Jean-Pierre Cassarino
Publication Date:: 07-2011
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Centre for European Policy Studies
Abstract:: Conceptually, Global Matrix advances in a systematic and structured inter-disciplinary (matrix) framework a research agenda for examining the stance of major world actors on the key policy dimensions to world politics (political ideologies, economics, migration, climate change, security and world view); drawing out evidence of cross-cutting linkages (between sectors and among major actors); and evaluating the evolution and adequacy of existing multilateral institutions in relation to the emerging multi-polarity, and formulating recommendations.
Topic:: Security, Climate Change, Economics, Globalization, International Cooperation, International Organization, and Governance
Political Geography:: Japan, South Africa, Brazil, and Korea

Author:: Daniel Gros and Sebastian Kurpas
Publication Date:: 06-2008
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Centre for European Policy Studies
Abstract:: In the wake of the Irish no-vote on the Treaty of Lisbon, numerous scenarios are currently being debated. This paper critically assesses the legality and political feasibility of the principal proposals and then puts forward an alternative 'Plan B', which we believe would amply satisfy both criteria.
Topic:: International Organization, Regional Cooperation, and Treaties and Agreements
Political Geography:: Europe and Lisbon

Author:: Daniel Gros
Publication Date:: 05-2003
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Centre for European Policy Studies
Abstract:: It is widely accepted that enlargement requires reform of the highest decision-making bodies of the European Central Bank (ECB). In particular, there are concerns that the Governing Council, which is composed of the six-member Executive Board of the ECB plus the governors of the participating national central banks (NCBs), will grow too large to work efficiently. In the absence of reform, it could end up having over 30 members - resembling more a mini-parliament than a decision-making body that has to manage a global currency in fast-moving financial markets. Moreover, the accession of a number of small countries is often perceived as a threat to the "power balance" in the Governing Council.
Topic:: Government, Human Rights, and International Organization
Political Geography:: Europe

Author:: Daniel Gros
Publication Date:: 01-2003
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Centre for European Policy Studies
Abstract:: There is an urgent need to link the excessive deficit procedure with the issue of sustainability and hence the evolution of public debt. This note shows that there exists a simple way to introduce the evolution of public debt in the Stability Pact, which so far has focused exclusively on deficits. The link starts from the Maastricht criterion for participation in EMU concerning public debt and its reference value of 60% of GDP. The Maastricht criterion on public debt stipulates that if public debt exceeds 60% of GDP, it must be 'sufficiently diminishing and approaching the reference value at a satisfactory pace''.This note provides a numerical rule for evaluating whether public debt is indeed diminishing 'at a satisfactory pace'. This numerical rule is in accordance with the reference values in the Treaty and could be used as the basis for an 'excessive debt procedure'.
Topic:: Government, Human Rights, and International Organization
Political Geography:: Europe

Author:: Daniel Gros
Publication Date:: 04-2002
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Centre for European Policy Studies
Abstract:: The three years since the start of EMU have been characterised by an extraordinary degree of volatility in global financial and other markets (oil, etc.). Most official comments have so far focused on the fact that Europe has remained an 'island of stability'. But this self congratulatory tone cannot mask the fact that EU institutions have generally not been in the forefront of the efforts to stabilise the global economy. This is partly understandable as most of the volatility originated outside the EU. But just 'putting one's own house in order' does not seem to be sufficient when global economic (or political) stability is at stake, as recent events amply demonstrate.
Topic:: Government, Human Rights, and International Organization
Political Geography:: Europe

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