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Which value is often emphasized in non-European societies and contrasts with European frameworks?
Which value is often emphasized in non-European societies and contrasts with European frameworks?
What alternative governance structure might challenge state-centric views in European foreign policy?
What alternative governance structure might challenge state-centric views in European foreign policy?
Why is linguistic decentring important in the study of foreign policy?
Why is linguistic decentring important in the study of foreign policy?
What does disciplinary decentring critique in foreign policy studies?
What does disciplinary decentring critique in foreign policy studies?
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Which of the following best describes the term 'mianzi' in the context of Asian values?
Which of the following best describes the term 'mianzi' in the context of Asian values?
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What can enhance the understanding of local governance in foreign policy studies?
What can enhance the understanding of local governance in foreign policy studies?
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Which framework emphasizes community and relationality in the African context?
Which framework emphasizes community and relationality in the African context?
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What role do tribal dynamics play in the study of foreign policy?
What role do tribal dynamics play in the study of foreign policy?
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What is the primary focus of federalism as discussed in the content?
What is the primary focus of federalism as discussed in the content?
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Which approach considers the gradual erosion of state sovereignty as essential to global integration?
Which approach considers the gradual erosion of state sovereignty as essential to global integration?
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What distinguishes neofunctionalism from federalism in the context of European integration?
What distinguishes neofunctionalism from federalism in the context of European integration?
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Which two main international relations theories critique the Eurocentric viewpoint of earlier frameworks?
Which two main international relations theories critique the Eurocentric viewpoint of earlier frameworks?
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What is a critical characteristic of realism regarding European integration?
What is a critical characteristic of realism regarding European integration?
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How do liberalists perceive EU institutions in regard to state interactions?
How do liberalists perceive EU institutions in regard to state interactions?
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What aspect does functionalism emphasize in contrast to federalism?
What aspect does functionalism emphasize in contrast to federalism?
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Which statement reflects a critique of the earlier frameworks of European integration?
Which statement reflects a critique of the earlier frameworks of European integration?
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What is the primary goal of the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) of the EU?
What is the primary goal of the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) of the EU?
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Which of the following dimensions is NOT mentioned as a way to observe Europeanization in national foreign policy?
Which of the following dimensions is NOT mentioned as a way to observe Europeanization in national foreign policy?
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What factor has complicated the development of a unified European foreign policy?
What factor has complicated the development of a unified European foreign policy?
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Which treaty is associated with significant milestones in the development of a European foreign policy?
Which treaty is associated with significant milestones in the development of a European foreign policy?
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What was one impact of the crises in Yugoslavia and Iraq on European foreign policy?
What was one impact of the crises in Yugoslavia and Iraq on European foreign policy?
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What has been a consistent outcome of the CFSP's structure and decision-making?
What has been a consistent outcome of the CFSP's structure and decision-making?
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Which historical meeting is associated with the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP)?
Which historical meeting is associated with the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP)?
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What characterizes the institutional setup of the CFSP?
What characterizes the institutional setup of the CFSP?
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What main themes are discussed in the readings related to European foreign policy?
What main themes are discussed in the readings related to European foreign policy?
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Which aspect of EU foreign policy does Maria Giulia Amadio Viceré specifically address?
Which aspect of EU foreign policy does Maria Giulia Amadio Viceré specifically address?
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What is one of the primary focuses of Benjamin Pohl's work on European security policy?
What is one of the primary focuses of Benjamin Pohl's work on European security policy?
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Which author discusses the operationalization of the decentring agenda in relation to European foreign policy?
Which author discusses the operationalization of the decentring agenda in relation to European foreign policy?
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What is the central theme of the chapter by Robert Ladrech on Europeanization?
What is the central theme of the chapter by Robert Ladrech on Europeanization?
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What topic is covered by the article on EU sanctions on Russia by Portela et al.?
What topic is covered by the article on EU sanctions on Russia by Portela et al.?
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What is a consequence of the EU's prioritization of stability over democracy in the Western Balkans?
What is a consequence of the EU's prioritization of stability over democracy in the Western Balkans?
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Which publication explores the intersection of European foreign policy and international relations theories?
Which publication explores the intersection of European foreign policy and international relations theories?
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What is a key focus of the reading by Clara Portela and colleagues?
What is a key focus of the reading by Clara Portela and colleagues?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the EU's lower credibility in the Western Balkans?
Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the EU's lower credibility in the Western Balkans?
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What does the 'Copenhagen Plus' criteria emphasize for Western Balkan candidates?
What does the 'Copenhagen Plus' criteria emphasize for Western Balkan candidates?
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What challenge is posed by the EU's increased emphasis on democratic norms in the SEE compared to the CEE?
What challenge is posed by the EU's increased emphasis on democratic norms in the SEE compared to the CEE?
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Why might the EU's conditionality be less effective in the SEE than in CEE countries?
Why might the EU's conditionality be less effective in the SEE than in CEE countries?
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What effect does high EU membership popularity have on SEE countries?
What effect does high EU membership popularity have on SEE countries?
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Which of the following is a reason for the EU's lack of consistency in applying democratic conditionality in the Western Balkans?
Which of the following is a reason for the EU's lack of consistency in applying democratic conditionality in the Western Balkans?
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How has the increased emphasis on rule of law affected the negotiation process with SEE countries?
How has the increased emphasis on rule of law affected the negotiation process with SEE countries?
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What were the main objectives of France regarding CSDP operations?
What were the main objectives of France regarding CSDP operations?
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How did the UK approach CSDP operations in relation to the US?
How did the UK approach CSDP operations in relation to the US?
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What characterized Germany's support for EU operations?
What characterized Germany's support for EU operations?
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What was one of the main reasons for EULEX in Kosovo?
What was one of the main reasons for EULEX in Kosovo?
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What approach did France take regarding the police mission in Afghanistan (EUPOL)?
What approach did France take regarding the police mission in Afghanistan (EUPOL)?
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Which operation was characterized by Germany's hesitant stance on Kosovo's recognition?
Which operation was characterized by Germany's hesitant stance on Kosovo's recognition?
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What reason did the UK have for supporting EU operations?
What reason did the UK have for supporting EU operations?
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What role did France play in the EUFOR Chad/CAR operation?
What role did France play in the EUFOR Chad/CAR operation?
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What was a notable difference in the approaches of France and the UK regarding CSDP?
What was a notable difference in the approaches of France and the UK regarding CSDP?
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What overall conclusion can be drawn about the EU's approach during these operations?
What overall conclusion can be drawn about the EU's approach during these operations?
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Study Notes
Session 1: Why Cooperate? Theorizing European Foreign Policy
- Realists try to understand European security developments using their concepts and vocabulary. Neither bandwagoning nor balancing fully captures the developments
- The balancing proposition does not explain why EU members support rather than constrain US foreign policy.
- European security policies are driven by shared liberal consensus and diverging national preferences/priorities
- Examines how British, French, and German governments supported/opposed military/civilian missions in Bosnia, Chad, and Afghanistan.
- Analyzes the impact of transatlantic relations on EU cooperation in foreign, security, and defense (CSDP) realms.
Session 2: The Making of European Foreign Policy
- The Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) developed as an intergovernmental approach due to the sensitivity of foreign, security, and defense policies considered core elements of national sovereignty by some member states.
- Attempts to move towards supranational decision-making in the CFSP encountered resistance.
- Over time, the CFSP has seen greater institutionalization.
- The European Commission has exclusive right of initiative for proposals, implementation, as well as budgetary management in CFSP/CSDP matters.
- The European Parliament has budgetary powers to discuss/debate CFSP/CSDP issues.
- The High Representative for Foreign Affairs (HR/VP) plays a crucial role to promote consistency in EU's external action
- The Council of Ministers, and their committee, COREPER, shape EU external action.
Session 3: The Europeanization of National Foreign Policies
- The Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) has led to adaptations and harmonization among member states through exchanges of information and policy options.
- EU institutions' influence over national foreign policies is limited, creating a question of how much Europeanization affects.
- Three dimensions of Europeanization: change in domestic institutional setup, domestic policies, and domestic values.
- The development of a European foreign policy dimension has been a gradual process- there hasn't been unanimous agreement to Europeanize foreign policy/security .
- The role of NATO and American security guarantees has decreased urgency to develop a distinct European defense identity.
Session 4: Promoting Democracy in the Neighborhood
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The External Incentives Model (EIM) aims to explain the Europeanization of Central and Eastern European countries (CEECs) through the EU's accession conditionality.
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Concerns exist about conditional sustainability and replication of the model in other contexts., like the Southern European (SEE) region where the progress is slow.
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Whether EU conditionality results in real democratic change or just formal compliance is questioned.
Session 5: The EU Global Strategy and the pursuit of strategic autonomy
- The EU needs a strategy with a shared vision and common action to address security challenges.
- The necessity of a stronger Union is still prevalent.
- The EU has strong diplomatic and economic power.
- The EU is expected to play a major role in providing global security.
- The EU needs to deliver what European citizens need and make partnerships work together.
Session 6: A Global Security Actor? The Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP)
- The EU's CSDP missions have showcased ability to respond to crises; providing humanitarian aid, peace-making, and conflict-prevention tasks.
- The 2016 EU Global Strategy re-affirmed EU's focus on crisis response and capacity development.
- Hybrid threats and evolving geopolitical circumstances are making existing CSDP models insufficient.
- EU's diplomatic tools, including anti-piracy operations, have faced challenges that demonstrate the EU's ongoing struggle to fully achieve strategic autonomy.
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