1. Strategic autonomy for European choices: The key to Europe's shaping power
- Author:
- Giovanni Grevi
- Publication Date:
- 07-2019
- Content Type:
- Working Paper
- Institution:
- European Policy Centre
- Abstract:
- Multi-level competition is on the rise in the international system and the standoff between the US and China risks becoming a defining feature of international affairs. However, the future is not predestined: the European Union (EU) will play a major role in the development of the international order, whether through its absence or its engagement. This Discussion Paper follows recent European Policy Centre publications and debates dedicated to revamping Europe’s approach to an increasingly challenging international context, which have delivered recommendations to: equip Europe with the tools to govern interdependence and mitigate confrontation; take a strong stance in defence of Europe while not endorsing a zero-sum interpretation of global affairs; turn the EU into a global shaping power by pursuing a ‘rules-first’ strategy; and frame Europe’s strategic autonomy in comprehensive terms, including the economic, technological and security and defence dimensions.
- Topic:
- Foreign Policy, International Affairs, European Union, and Strategic Autonomy
- Political Geography:
- China, Europe, and United States of America