Juncos Readings

<p>Dominance of Western methodologies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Face or reputation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Incorporating primary sources in local languages (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ubuntu (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They offer insights into local governance and its interactions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High-politics, particularly war and peace (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Functionalism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Neofunctionalism views integration as a source of spillover. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Liberalism and Realism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>States prioritize national sovereignty in high politics. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As effective forums for cooperation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Low-politics over high-politics. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are overly normative and Eurocentric. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote international cooperation among member states (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Military integration among member states (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Presence of NATO and American security guarantees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Maastricht Treaty (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They accelerated the momentum for European foreign and security policy development (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Coordination of information and policy actions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The St. Malo meeting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An intergovernmental structure emphasizing cooperation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intergovernmentalism and supranationalism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The High Representative's influence on Kosovo and Ukraine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An analysis of bandwagoning and balancing strategies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stephan Keukeleire and Sharon Lecocq (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The influence of Europeanization on national politics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The persistence and effectiveness of sanctions against Russia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased support for authoritarian regimes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The European Union and Theories of International Relations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The process of achieving consensus in EU sanctions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High levels of economic stability in candidate countries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Full cooperation with the ICTY (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased complexity of negotiations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>SEE countries have started from a lower level of fit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It lowers domestic adoption costs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Guarantees of stability provided by governments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has linked the opening of chapters to progress in rule-of-law areas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To demonstrate the EU's ability to act autonomously (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They supported US objectives almost by default. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their support was influenced by a desire to demonstrate EU utility to the US. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To fill a leadership void caused by the deadlock in Kosovo's status negotiations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They drew a conscious distinction from US preferences. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>EULEX Kosovo (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To assist the US and validate the Berlin Plus framework. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The sole initiator actively lobbying for participation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>France focused on autonomy while the UK purely prioritized alliance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>EU actions reflected a balancing act between autonomy and cooperation with the US. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Different ways of understanding how European countries and the EU interact and make decisions regarding their relationship with other countries in the world.

The EU's approach to maintaining peace and security in Europe and beyond, utilizing methods like diplomacy, sanctions, and cooperation with other countries.

The EU's official policy for coordinating the foreign policy decisions of its member states, often requiring agreement among them.

When the EU acts independently and beyond the authority of any individual country in foreign policy matters.

When EU foreign policy decisions are mostly dictated by the agreement of individual member countries.

Measures enforced by the EU to influence other countries' behavior, often related to human rights or security issues.

How EU policies influence or change national foreign policy decisions within the member countries.

The individual responsible for leading EU foreign policy efforts.

A theory emphasizing a focus on high politics (war & peace), seeing political integration as a solution to international anarchy. Advocates for a common foreign and defense policy, prioritizing a united Europe.

A theory emphasizing low politics (economics, societal issues), proposing that the state is ineffective in a globalized world. Focus on common interests & shared needs, gradually eroding state sovereignty.

Building on functionalism, it argues that integration into a European political union is necessary to achieve common goals. Integration is gradual, spreading across different sectors, driven by technical and political spillovers.

Views EU integration positively, focusing on low politics and seeing EU institutions as a forum for cooperation between states. While not necessarily aiming for a federal entity, it values cooperation and dialogue.

Skeptical about the EU achieving a federal entity, arguing that states will not relinquish national sovereignty in areas of high politics. Focuses on the balance of power and national interests.

A view of EU integration with a specific, predetermined endpoint in mind. Assumes that the EU is inevitably moving towards a particular form of political union.

The gradual expansion of integration from one sector to another, resulting from the success of initial integration efforts. Technical spillovers often lead to political spillovers.

Analyzing how non-European societies value norms like relationality, stability, harmony, or spirituality and exploring their implications for foreign policy.

Asian concept of 'face' and Middle Eastern concept of justice that highlight the differences between European and non-European normative frameworks.

Challenging the state-centric view of EFP by acknowledging alternative governance structures like tribes, clans, or religious organizations in non-Western contexts.

Governance structures outside of states, such as tribes, clans, or religious networks, which hold significant influence in some regions.

Recognizing the limitations of English-language sources in understanding non-European perspectives and the importance of local languages.

African concept emphasizing relationality and community, which is difficult to translate directly into Western terms like 'humanism'.

Critiquing the dominance of Western research methods in EFP studies and encouraging inclusion of non-Western perspectives.

Using methods like anthropological fieldwork or area studies to understand local contexts and embrace non-Western theoretical perspectives.

The idea that EU governments actively oppose US policies in CSDP operations to maintain their independence and influence.

The theory that EU governments align their CSDP actions with US policy to gain benefits or avoid conflict.

France actively participated in CSDP operations, often emphasizing symbolic independence and autonomy rather than direct opposition to the US.

The UK often supported US objectives in CSDP but with a focus on demonstrating its viability within the broader EU framework.

Germany generally supported CSDP actions, often aimed at demonstrating its commitment to the EU's security role and also seeking to please the US.

EULEX served as a rule-of-law mission in Kosovo, contributing to stability amidst complex negotiations on Kosovo's status.

France distinguished itself from US preferences in Afghanistan, acting in a clear but not obstructive manner

The UK strongly supported US initiatives in Kosovo and Afghanistan, seeing CSDP missions as a way to align other EU members with American goals.

Germany's involvement in the Chad/CAR mission, although encouraged by the US, was primarily motivated by its own political considerations.

France displayed a complex transatlantic relationship in CSDP, not purely balancing or bandwagoning, but often seeking to demonstrate its autonomy within a cooperative framework.

The EU's official policy for coordinating the foreign policy decisions of its member states, often requiring agreement among them.

A treaty signed in 1992 that created the European Union, including the CFSP as its core pillar.

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, a military alliance formed in 1949 to ensure collective defense of its members.

A period of geopolitical tension from 1947-1991 between the United States and the Soviet Union, with the rest of the global powers aligned themselves with one of the superpowers.

A meeting in 1998 that resulted in key decisions for creating a European defense force (CSDP).

A state's policy of not taking sides in international conflicts.

The EU prioritizing stability and peacebuilding in the Western Balkans, even if it means accepting authoritarian practices by governments, potentially at the expense of democratic values.

Countries or governments that prioritize stability over democratic reforms, often employing authoritarian tactics while claiming external legitimacy as peace guarantors.

The EU's practice of linking financial aid and membership prospects to a country's progress towards meeting democratic standards.

Additional requirements for Western Balkan countries aspiring to EU membership, emphasizing cooperation with international courts, peace agreements, and resolving disputes.

The process of adopting EU rules, practices, and values within a country, often motivated by the desire for EU membership or benefits.

The potential risks and sacrifices a country faces when implementing EU-related policies, including opposition from within and potential economic changes.

The level of public support for joining the EU within a candidate country, influencing the government's willingness to engage in Europeanization.

The degree to which a candidate country follows EU democratic norms and standards before joining, influencing its preparedness and success in Europeanization.