The sharp edges of Europe: extending Schengen eastwards

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Issues concerning the political relationships a growing European Union (EU) has with neighbors that are less economically developed than the EU are examined. Topics include the internal security policies of the Schengen Convention, border policies that may complicate good neighbor relations, the EU's favoring of rich nations over poor ones, and the security issues raised by political relationships with countries neighboring Europe but outside of the EU.

Statistical Data Included, Forecasts and trends, Political aspects, European Union, Security, International, International security, Internal security

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Russia: a part of Europe or apart from Europe?

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Issues related to the relationship between Europe and Russia in the post-Cold War era are examined. Topics include Russias initial attempt to politically align itself with Europe, political distance created by Russia's internal struggles and NATO's policies in the Balkans, and signs of Pres Vladimir Putin's pro-Western policies.

Russia, Political activity, Putin, Vladimir, Russian foreign relations

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Are the United States and Europe heading for divorce?

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The relationship between Europe and the US since 1950 has produced a more united, peaceful, and democratic Europe than has ever previously existed. However, it is also clear relations between the US and Europe are strained and are likely to continue to remain so for some time.

United States, United States foreign relations

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