Newsletter 18-22 November
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Amid rising geostrategic tensions, the maritime domain has emerged as a critical arena where Great Powers navigate their competing interests, emphasising the importance of a coordinated European naval defence policy. This article delves into the European Union’s (EU) dynamic approach to maritime security, beginning with an overview of the EU’s strategic goals for maritime defence and security. It also provides an overview of previous cooperation initiatives in the European naval defence sector, laying the groundwork for more recent advances, particularly the European Patrol Corvette (EPC) initiative.
By providing a coordinated and flexible response to maritime threats, the EPC is anticipated to strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy and improve interoperability. The article’s conclusion offers an evaluation of the EPC’s implications for EU defence policy and its potential to transform Europe’s naval capabilities, granting the EU an opportunity to redefine its role in maritime security.
In his NewsFlash, Philip S??w reports on the collapse of Germany’s ‘Traffic Light’ coalition, announced by Chancellor Olaf Scholz on November 6th, citing internal divisions and mounting global crises. The coalition fell apart after disputes over the 2025 federal budget, with Finance Minister Christian Lindner’s refusal to increase spending leading to his dismissal and the FDP's exit. Germany now faces a minority government and rising challenges, including economic instability, the Ukraine War, and growing influence from far-right parties like the AfD and BSW. A vote of confidence and snap elections are planned, leaving Germany in political uncertainty that could have major implications for EU security and its geopolitical stance.
This article discusses the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine has greatly transformed the political and military landscape in Europe. Amidst a tense strategic environment, the Nordic-Baltic region has emerged as a potential point of friction between Russian and NATO allies. The undersea cables beneath the Baltic Sea, which hold a vital importance for military communications, internet, and financial traffic, are a focal point in the battlefield preparation according to the Russian hybrid war planning. This study looks at the importance of sub-sea telecommunications infrastructure in the wider Baltic region within the context of hybrid warfare.
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