Security & Geopolitics#4
China
Partner, competitor and systemic rival — all at once.
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Europe's public debates
The Agenda
62 issues shaping Europe's politics.
From Ukraine to pensions — the debates every European government and party is answering.
62 topics9 themes27 countries
2 topics
EU powers vs national sovereignty
More Europe or less? The question behind every other question.
In short
Unanimity in foreign policy, tax and enlargement allows single states to block decisions. Proposals for qualified majority voting, treaty change and a "multi-speed Europe" face resistance from sovereigntist governments and smaller states.
Why it matters now
Vetoes on Ukraine, sanctions and enlargement make decision-making reform urgent.
The divide
Federalists
more majority voting and integration
Sovereigntists
a "Europe of nations"
Smaller states
fear losing influence.