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The EU Strategic Compass: Challenges and opportunities for Austria: State of play at the time of its presentation to the Member States (15 November 2021)
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Abstract The first draft of the EU Strategic Compass for Security and Defence (SC) has been presented to the Member States on 15 November 2021. Based on the analysis of the major geopolitical shifts which are challenging Europe's vision and interests, the SC will provide a shared assessment of the EU’s strat... view more
The first draft of the EU Strategic Compass for Security and Defence (SC) has been presented to the Member States on 15 November 2021. Based on the analysis of the major geopolitical shifts which are challenging Europe's vision and interests, the SC will provide a shared assessment of the EU’s strategic environment; bring greater coherence and a common sense of purpose to actions in the area of security and defence that are already underway; set out new ways and means to improve the EU’s collective ability to defend its security; and specify clear targets and milestones to measure progress. The creation of an EU Rapid Deployment Capacity will be one of its most visible elements. A special status Member State with limited military capabilities, Austria has valuably contributed to the process, but must remain vigilant to ensure that its specific interests are taken into account.... view less
Keywords
EU; threat; Foreign Service; CSDP; political strategy; European security; security policy; defense policy; crisis management (econ., pol.); resilience; NATO; Great Britain; Austria
Classification
Peace and Conflict Research, International Conflicts, Security Policy
European Politics
Free Keywords
strategic compass; threat analysis; European External Action Service (EEAS); EU Global Strategy (EUGS); European security and defence culture; capability development; partnership; Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO); EU Rapid Deployment Capacity; EU Hybrid Toolbox; Defense Innovation Hub; Article 42.7 TEU (mutual assistance guarantee)
Document language
English
Publication Year
2021
City
Wien
Page/Pages
10 p.
Series
Policy Analysis / Österreichisches Institut für Internationale Politik, 4
Status
Published Version; reviewed
Licence
Deposit Licence - No Redistribution, No Modifications