The Value of a European Security and Defense Policy
Abstract
The end of the cold war called not only for re-evaluating the role and purpose of existing organizations for collective security, but also developing other organizations which can contribute to more stability in a globalized world. Therefore this study describes the dynamics and the rationale leading to the establishment of a European Security and Defense Policy. It points out its strength and limitations in the area of crisis response. The challenges of the 21st Century call for a change in US foreign policy. A future US foreign policy that favors liberal internationalism should encourage European nations to proceed on the way to enhance their capabilities for autonomous crisis response and perceive these developments as a chance to ease the current US burden and not as a threat to US interests. In order to cope with the challenges of the 21st century there is a need for both: a capable and effective EU in the area of crisis management and a functioning NATO capable of conducting full spectrum operations. These are the two sides of a coin to ensure security for Europe and the United States.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 08, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA475379
Entities
People
- Nikolaus Carstens
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College