European Defense: Strategic Choices for 2030
Journal: ResearchWorks at the University of Washington (University of Washington)
Year: 2020

The rise of great power competition and the erosion of a rules-based order pose a growing threat to Europe’s prosperity and security. Because of this changing environment, the European Union needs to enhance its security and defense capabilities. Distinct and strategic measures should be taken for the EU to achieve a higher level of defense capabilities and to create a more autonomous and secure Union. While the EU currently possesses the economic and technological capabilities needed to create