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European Policy Studies
The European Green Deal under Geopolitical Turbulence: Strengthening, Delay or Dismantling?
The European Green Deal, central to the EU’s climate ambitions, faces increasing contestation due to recent political and geopolitical developments. This analysis suggests a mixed outcome: some policies have weakened, while others have strengthened. Focusing on stability will be crucial, the authors conclude, if the EU is to retain its global leadership in climate policy.
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New World Order – Implications for Europe
As Europe faces a rapidly changing security environment, questions about defence, economic resilience and technological sovereignty are becoming increasingly urgent. Sieps recently arranged a conference that brought together leading researchers and academics to discuss how the European Union can respond to these challenges and strengthen its role in a new geopolitical landscape. Video recordings of the conference are now available.
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Recent publications in English
European Policy Analysis
Securing access to critical materials is becoming a strategic priority as Europe strengthens its defence capabilities. This analysis argues that the EU should integrate circular economy principles into defence policy and procurement to support resilience, long-term security and industrial competitiveness.
João Carlos Gonçalves dos Reis
October 2026
European Policy Analysis
Montserrat Pareja-Eastaway
September 2026
European Policy Analysis
Richard G. Whitman
September 2026
European Policy Analysis
Simon Hix, Valentin Kreilinger, Göran von Sydow
September 2026
European Policy Analysis
Lucia Serena Rossi
September 2026
European Policy Analysis
Valentin Kreilinger
December 2025
European Policy Analysis
Joakim Zander
December 2025
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