Toward Political Union: Planning A Common Foreign And Security Policy In The European Community

The contributors, representing major European Community institutions and member states, offer their assessments of the political and institutional issues influencing the formation of a common foreign and security policy for the 12 member states. Representatives of non-EC countries (particularly the United States, the Soviet Union, and Japan) provide their perspectives as well.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 13 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The contributors, representing major European Community institutions and member states, offer their comprehensive assessments of the political and institutional factors shaping the development of a unified foreign and security policy for the 12 member states. These experts, drawn from various European countries, provide valuable insights into the complex dynamics driving this policy-making process.

The contributors delve into the intricate web of political considerations that shape the formation of a common foreign and security policy. They examine the interplay between the European Union's (EU) institutions, such as the European Commission, the European Council, and the European Parliament, as well as the individual member states' interests and priorities. They analyze the challenges and opportunities arising from the diverse geopolitical landscape, including the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, as well as the rise of non-traditional threats such as terrorism and cyber security.

Furthermore, the contributors explore the institutional mechanisms and processes that facilitate the coordination and implementation of foreign and security policy. They discuss the role of the European External Action Service (EEAS) as the EU's diplomatic arm, as well as the role of the European Council, which serves as the primary forum for decision-making on foreign and security issues. They also highlight the importance of consensus building and the role of diplomatic negotiations in reaching mutually beneficial agreements.

In addition to their assessments of the political and institutional factors, the contributors offer practical recommendations for enhancing the effectiveness of the common foreign and security policy. They emphasize the need for increased cooperation and coordination among the member states, as well as the importance of developing a shared vision and strategic objectives. They also suggest the importance of engaging with non-EC countries, particularly in the context of multilateral diplomacy, to address global challenges such as climate change and international security.

Overall, this collection of essays provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of the political and institutional dynamics influencing the formation of a common foreign and security policy for the 12 member states of the European Community. It sheds light on the complex challenges and opportunities facing the EU and its member states, and offers valuable insights into the strategies and processes necessary for building a more secure and prosperous world.

The contributors, representing major European Community institutions and member states, offer their comprehensive assessments of the political and institutional factors shaping the development of a unified foreign and security policy for the 12 member states. These experts, drawn from various European countries, provide valuable insights into the complex dynamics driving this policy-making process.

The contributors delve into the intricate web of political considerations that shape the formation of a common foreign and security policy. They examine the interplay between the European Union's (EU) institutions, such as the European Commission, the European Council, and the European Parliament, as well as the individual member states' interests and priorities.

They analyze the challenges and opportunities arising from the diverse geopolitical landscape, including the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, as well as the rise of non-traditional threats such as terrorism and cyber security.

Furthermore, the contributors explore the institutional mechanisms and processes that facilitate the coordination and implementation of foreign and security policy. They discuss the role of the European External Action Service (EEAS) as the EU's diplomatic arm, as well as the role of the European Council, which serves as the primary forum for decision-making on foreign and security issues.

They also highlight the importance of consensus building and the role of diplomatic negotiations in reaching mutually beneficial agreements.

In addition to their assessments of the political and institutional factors, the contributors offer practical recommendations for enhancing the effectiveness of the common foreign and security policy. They emphasize the need for increased cooperation and coordination among the member states, as well as the importance of developing a shared vision and strategic objectives.

They also suggest the importance of engaging with non-EC countries, particularly in the context of multilateral diplomacy, to address global challenges such as climate change and international security.

Overall, this collection of essays provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of the political and institutional dynamics influencing the formation of a common foreign and security policy for the 12 member states of the European Community. It sheds light on the complex challenges and opportunities facing the EU and its member states, and offers valuable insights into the strategies and processes necessary for building a more secure and prosperous world.

Weight: 710g
ISBN-13: 9780367214678