Zaporizhzhya nuclear plant, Ukraine.

The Future of European Safety: Evaluating the Role of Nuclear Deterrence

The invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 and subsequent nuclear threats have sparked a wave of militarization in Europe, pushing Finland and Sweden to seek NATO membership. The perception of unpredictable and revanchist Russia has led the alliance to boost...
Spain-China

Spain’s Informal China Policy: A Coherent European Approach

Spain's China policy is similar to the EU's due to its evolution of bilateral economic relations and endogenous Chinese developments. This policy is influenced by Spain's EU and NATO membership, leading to the securitization of China's engagement in Spain's strategic...
Europe Climate

Europe’s Climate Action and Energy Security: A Challenging Dilemma

Europe is facing a dilemma involving the need to combat climate change and transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy, while also ensuring energy security and stability. These two imperatives often find themselves in a delicate balance. A holistic approach that...
China-EU

China-EU Relations: Shifting Gears as Affordable Cars Steer the Transformation

The automotive industry's rise of affordable electric vehicles (EVs) has sparked a convergence of economic, environmental, and political interests, pushing China and the European Union towards closer cooperation, despite the ever-evolving global dynamics. This transformation has significantly impacted the geopolitical...
vinfast Car

VinFast’s European EV Delivery Amidst EU Investigation into Chinese Competitors

HANOI VinFast, a Vietnamese automotive startup, is expanding its presence in the European electric vehicle (EV) market. The company, which began its European expansion strategy in 2022, has been delivering electric scooters and cars across various European countries, marking a...
NATO

Ukraine’s accession to NATO in final stages

KYIV NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said that Ukraine's aspiration to join the alliance will be discussed after the NATO summit in Vilnius. Stoltenberg said on Thursday, "After the NATO summit, we will discuss Ukraine's aspirations for NATO membership....