Economy
The Dollar Is Stronger Than Ever – But Can The Euro Challenge Its Rule?
Economy
August 6, 2020
The Dollar Is Stronger Than Ever – But Can The Euro Challenge Its Rule?
The international status of the Dollar is a staple of the postwar order. As a currency of choice for most…
With the German Presidency Steering the Ship, Where Is EU Leadership Headed?
European Union
August 4, 2020
With the German Presidency Steering the Ship, Where Is EU Leadership Headed?
In times of crisis, people rally behind leaders who emerge, most often mirroring their own characteristics. Churchill channelled British steadfastness…
The EU’s Trade Policy Is Headed Towards a Mexican Standoff
Economy
August 1, 2020
The EU’s Trade Policy Is Headed Towards a Mexican Standoff
China is the European Union’s second-largest trade partner, behind only the United States. At the same time, the EU is…
Three Takeaways from the Latest Eurogroup Meeting
Economy
April 11, 2020
Three Takeaways from the Latest Eurogroup Meeting
After three days of long negotiations, the Eurogroup has reached an agreement on the financial measures that will be made…
The EU Is Going To War Against Coronavirus
Economy
March 27, 2020
The EU Is Going To War Against Coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic is an unprecedented threat to the world. Not since the Influenza outbreak has human civilisation faced such…
Sustainable Economic Growth in the EU: How Do We Get There?
Economy
February 22, 2020
Sustainable Economic Growth in the EU: How Do We Get There?
Economic growth has generally been considered disappointing in the EU. The region’s many economic advantages suggest it could be higher: it is…
Completing the European Single Market – The Key to Europe’s Future?
Economy
December 13, 2019
Completing the European Single Market – The Key to Europe’s Future?
When you hear that President Macron of France has vetoed accession negotiations with Albania and North Macedonia until further reforms…
Five Key Facts On Western Sanctions Against Russia
International Relations
September 15, 2019
Five Key Facts On Western Sanctions Against Russia
Ever since its illegal occupation of the Crimean peninsula in 2014, Russia has been subject to a punitive sanctions regime…
The EU Has Signed A Gigantic Trade Deal With Vietnam
International Relations
July 5, 2019
The EU Has Signed A Gigantic Trade Deal With Vietnam
On the 30th of June, the European Union and Vietnam have signed a highly significant free trade agreement. European Trade…
The EU and the USA are headed for a fight over Iran sanctions
International Relations
March 12, 2019
The EU and the USA are headed for a fight over Iran sanctions
Ten months have passed since the United States decided to unilaterally pull out of the nuclear deal it had brokered…