A shift in (a)symmetry, not gravity: the transformation of Central and Eastern Europe in transatlantic relations
Journal: International Politics
Year: 2025

Abstract The notion of a “shift of the centre of gravity” towards Europe’s East has gained traction in analyses of Russia’s war against Ukraine. This article challenges that idea and proposes alternative conceptual-analytical tools for studying contemporary transatlantic relations. It advocates for a disaggregated approach to transatlantic relations and introduces the concept of distinct types of asymmetries within these relations. By examining the evolution of US-Central and Eastern Europe (CEE