The External Dimension of the European Union's Critical Infrastructure Protection Programme: From Neighbouring Frameworks to Transatlantic Cooperation

The European Union's Critical Infrastructure Protection Programme has an external dimension that aims to harmonize national policies and create a unified European identity in this area. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of the programme, including the challenges and opportunities at the EU level. It also offers guidelines for building a comprehensive and flexible normative framework for critical infrastructure protection and highlights the importance of international cooperation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 302 pages
Publication date: 26 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The European Union's Critical Infrastructure Protection Programme (CIPP) boasts an external dimension that is both comprehensive and forward-thinking. This insightful book offers a solid foundation, methodological framework, and comprehensive analysis of the current state of the CIPP's external dimension. The challenges at the EU level are multifaceted, as they involve the identification, designation, and protection of critical infrastructures with the ultimate aim of harmonizing different national policies of the Member States and establishing a unified identity for the European Union in this critical domain.

In today's interconnected and technologically advanced society, the reliance on various sectors of critical infrastructure has reached unprecedented levels. These sectors, including energy, telecommunications, transportation, finance, information and communications technology (ICT), and public services, are vital to the functioning of modern communities. Any disruption to these infrastructures can have far-reaching consequences, impacting individuals, societies, and the economy on a global scale.

Recognizing the growing importance of critical infrastructures, the EU has taken proactive measures to set the objectives for Member States in this area. At the same time, the European Commission has actively promoted the significance of a common approach to Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), fostering cooperation beyond the borders of the Union and engaging in partnerships with neighboring countries, including those with aspirations to join the European Union.

This book has been meticulously structured and written with the primary objective of contributing to the ongoing development of critical infrastructures, resilience policymaking, and discussions about regional and international cooperation. It serves as a valuable reference for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders alike, providing valuable insights and perspectives on the external dimension of the European Union's Critical Infrastructure Protection Programme.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032222332