Mathieu Droin

Visiting Fellow, Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program
Mathieu Droin

Mathieu Droin is a visiting fellow in the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), where he focuses on transatlantic European security and defense. Prior to joining CSIS, Mr. Droin served as deputy head of the strategic affairs unit at the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MFA), where his work focused on NATO, EU Common Security and Defence Policy, and maritime security issues. Prior to working at the MFA, Mr. Droin worked for the Ministry of Economy and Finance in the economic departments of the French embassies in Kuwait, Iraq, and the United Arab Emirates. Mr. Droin holds a master's degree in international affairs analysis from Sciences Po Bordeaux and Sciences Po Lyon.

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The Chisinau Summit: A Litmus Test for Moldova and the EPC

The stakes are high for the upcoming Summit of the European Political Community, which is being held in Moldova on June 1. It is a political blessing but a logistical challenge for the small country, and the platform must confirm its added value and strategic role.

Commentary by Mathieu Droin and Ilke Toygür — May 26, 2023

NATO and the European Union: The Burden of Sharing

The European Union and NATO issued their third joint declaration, committing to take their partnership “to the next level.” This positive development fails to hide a complicated cooperation in practice. Creating a new momentum requires additional political will and tangible results.

Commentary by Mathieu Droin — January 17, 2023

The United States and France: Partners for the Pacific Islands Region?

As French and U.S. presidents meet, they will recommit to their partnership in the Indo-Pacific. In practice, cooperation remains well below its potential, notably in the Pacific. Two American and two French experts unpack the challenges and avenues to bolster cooperation.

Commentary by Mathieu Droin , Nilanthi Samaranayake , Zack Cooper , and Celine Pajon — November 30, 2022

The European Political Community: A Successful Test?

On October 6, 44 European leaders gathered in a new format called the European Political Community (EPC). The EPC was introduced as a platform for political coordination between Europeans on issues such as security and energy. What are the takeaways of this first meeting?

Critical Questions by Sissy Martinez and Mathieu Droin — October 11, 2022

Rebooting the Franco-German Engine

France and Germany are both vying for leadership in Europe, but their aspirations have been curtailed by the war in Ukraine and the bilateral relationship's lack of stamina. It is in the interest of both Europe and the United States to reboot the Franco-German engine.

Commentary by Mathieu Droin — October 5, 2022