The EU and the Sea: A Security Perspective

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    Abstract

    In an era of geopolitical tensions, the EU is emerging as a security actor. This is particularly evident in the maritime domain. Analysing EU counter-piracy operations, this TEPSA brief identifies the EU’s characteristics as a maritime security actor, not least vis à vis the existing security alliance of NATO, and highlights points for consideration as the EU continues to increase its defence and security policy cooperation.
    Original languageEnglish
    Place of PublicationBrussels
    PublisherTEPSA - Trans European Policy Studies Association
    Number of pages6
    Publication statusPublished - Mar 2020
    SeriesTEPSA Briefs
    NumberMarch
    Volume2020

    Keywords

    • European Union
    • Maritime security
    • Strategy
    • Security and defence policy

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