Military

Europe is losing the battle to unite its military efforts

A fragmented Europe looks to consolidate defence as tensions mount with its transatlantic ally. But shortfalls in defence capabilities and an imprecise strategic approach stand in the way of meaningful European integration

23 Mar 2020

Redrafting national service policy

European countries are increasingly reviving long-defunct plans for compulsory national service. In the face of societal divisions and rising regional tensions, Courtney Goldsmith asks what impact these new policies could have

12 Feb 2019

Europe must unite against existential and physical threats

With immediate fiscal union putting the long-term agenda of political union at risk, a military and security partnership is the EU’s best chance to move closer together

29 Aug 2017

Awards Supplement 2019

The European CEO awards 2019 have now been announced, presenting our pick of the CEOs, companies and campaigns leading their sectors.