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The CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program analyzes key aspects of Europe as both a vital strategic partner and a cornerstone of the global community, leading the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department's work in the area. The Energy Security and Climate Change Program, Project on Prosperity and Development, and more conduct additional research on the war in Ukraine.

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What Are the Implications of the EU–Mercosur Free Trade Agreement?

The European Union and Mercosur have signed a free trade agreement. If ratified, it will create a market of nearly 800 million consumers and send a strong pro-globalization message.

Critical Questions by Federico Steinberg — December 6, 2024

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Max Bergmann

Director, Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program and Stuart Center
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Thibault Denamiel

Fellow, Economics Program and Scholl Chair for International Business
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Sean Monaghan

Visiting Fellow, Europe, Russia and Eurasia Program

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Examining PRC Activities in the Arctic

Please join the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 9:30am EDT for a conversation with Iris A. Ferguson, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Arctic and Global Resilience, on PRC activities in the Arctic.

Event — December 5, 2024

Europe, Beyond Its Southern Border

Widespread instability and the growing influence of China and Russia has increased the strategic importance of the Sahel to European security. A reset in relations between Europe and the region is direly needed.

Report by Carlota G. Encina — December 4, 2024

Moldova in the Digital Age

A focus on cybersecurity is especially important as the Moldovan government continues its efforts to digitize more systems and to support the growth of the technology sector.  It is also vital given the significant uptick in cyberattacks in the country.

Report by Daniel F. Runde, Leah Kieff, and Thomas Bryja — December 4, 2024

The Truth of the Matter

All About the Missiles

CSIS’s director of the Missile Defense Project Tom Karako joins the podcast to talk about missile escalations in the Ukraine Russia war, plus how missiles are critical to the conflicts in the Middle East.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Tom Karako — December 2, 2024

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US-EU Relations under Trump 2.0 with Dan Kelemen and Federico Steinberg

Max and Donatienne are joined by Dan Kelemen and Federico Steinberg to discuss the implications of Trump’s return to the White House for US-EU relations, including the transatlantic economy and Europe’s efforts to strengthen the rule of law.

Podcast Episode by Max Bergmann, Donatienne Ruy, R. Daniel Kelemen, and Federico Steinberg — November 26, 2024

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How Trump Sees Allies and Partners

With the return of Donald Trump to the White House in 2025, governments around the world must adjust their sights away from a traditional globalist orientation by the United States and focus on the vagaries of return to “America First” foreign policies in Washington.

Commentary by Victor Cha — November 18, 2024

Countering China and Russia: The Hidden Advantages of Women, Peace, and Security

Gender perspectives can be better utilized to identify means to more effectively collaborate with partner nations and strengthen U.S. deterrence. This brief argues that the Women, Peace, and Security tool kit should be utilized as a strategic enabler for DoD activities.

Brief by Kathleen McInnis, Benjamin Jensen, Audrey Aldisert, and Alexis Day — November 14, 2024