Fit for 35 Forum
A new SIEPS forum where experts from research, policy and think tanks present their thoughts on EU reform and enlargement in short texts.
Restoring the borderless Schengen area: Mission Impossible?
The Schengen system is in crisis, as it has become increasingly common for member countries to introduce controls at their borders. Can the open borders system be saved? This is the topic of a webinar held on 21 November. A recording of the webinar is now available.
European competition law: an overlooked element of the EU’s rule of law toolbox
For a long time, the EU has addressed but so far not prevented systematic violations of the rule of law in the member states. In this analysis, Katalin Cseres argues that EU competition law should be used more actively as part of the rule of law toolbox. (2024:23epa)
EU Enlargement: Exporting Stability or Importing Instability?
April 2024 • Leigh Michael
Despite the security risks involved, there can be no going back on the EU’s commitment to a renewed enlargement process. Professor Michael Leigh outlines what steps policymakers need to take to fulfil the EU’s aspiration of securing stability. (3 April 2024)
Enlargement and Institutional Reform: How to make a credible security commitment
February 2024 • Jones Erik
The challenges of enlargement are great, but the costs of non-enlargement are greater. Professor Erik Jones points out what European policymakers need to consider when committing to enlargement as an investment in peace, security, and stability. (27 February 2024)
Recent publications in English
European competition law: an overlooked element of the EU’s rule of law toolbox
For a long time, the EU has addressed but so far not prevented systematic violations of the rule of law in the member states. In this analysis, Katalin Cseres argues that EU competition law should be used more actively as part of the rule of law toolbox. (2024:23epa)
Adjusting the CAP for new EU Members: Lessons from Previous Enlargements
Agriculture will be a particularly difficult issue for the forthcoming enlargement of the EU. In this analysis professor emeritus Alan Matthews draws lessons from previous enlargements and considers possible options for the EU. (2024:20epa)
From Marginal to Central: the Foreign and Security Dimension of EU Enlargement Policy
In the wake of Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, EU enlargement acquired a renewed impetus: the security of both aspiring and existing members. Barbara Lippert explores how this put foreign and security policy at the heart of the accession process. (2024:18epa)
Changing transatlantic relations – and what it means for Europe
In an uncertain world, the relationship between Europe and the United States has become more important than ever. At the same time, it is in a state of change. Ahead of the US presidential election, Marianne Riddervold analyses the transatlantic link and discusses ways forward for Europe. (2024:21epa)
Strengthening State Capacity: Lessons for the EU's Next Enlargement
EU membership is transformational but also highly demanding. Visnja Vukov (University of Vienna) considers how the EU can strengthen state capacity in candidate countries so that they are ready to join and flourish as members. (2024:19epa)
A new political landscape: Europe after the elections
The 2024 European Parliament elections saw a general shift to the political right. At the same time, the results point to both fragmentation and continuity. In this early assessment, political scientists Simon Hix (EUI), Göran von Sydow and Valentin Kreilinger (SIEPS) analyse the outcome of the elections and consider the consequences for the politics and policies of the EU. (2024:16epa)
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Conference: Making enlargement work, again
On 27 September, SIEPS gathered prominent experts to discuss crucial issues regarding EU enlargement. A recording is now available.
Fit for 35 Forum
The EU is likely to eventually have up to thirty-five members and will need to adapt to accommodate them. SIEPS asks leading experts what the Union can or should do to be ‘Fit for 35’.
How did Europe vote?
On 10 June, SIEPS hosted a webinar to summarize the results of the European Parliament elections. With Simon Hix, Cecilia Malmström, Daniela Schwarzer and Valentin Kreilinger. A recording is available.