The European Union’s Foreign Policy Challenge: Between Unity and National Interests
The European Union is one of the world's largest economic powers, but when it comes to foreign policy, a major difficulty often appears: member states must find a common position on issues where national interests do not always coincide. This creates a paradox: Europe has enormous economic, diplomatic, and commercial tools, but it often struggles to speak with one voice. United States: A Historic Alliance and New Tensions The relationship with the United States is one of the most debated issues inside the EU. On one side, many European countries consider Washington their main strategic ally after the Second World War. On the other side, discussions have emerged about: European dependence on American security military spending and defense contributions trade relations technology and strategic autonomy Some countries call for a more independent Europe, while others believe maintaining a strong link with the US is essential. Russia: The Great European Divide Russia is perhaps the cl...