Tim Neubauer
Short vita
Tim Neubauer has been a Fellow at the Global Security Hub since January 2025. In this role, he monitors political developments in the European Union, Germany, and within NATO, with a particular focus on foreign and security policy. He publishes reports and political analyses and fosters dialogue between experts and interest groups. Previously, he gained professional experience at the German Bundestag and the University of Mannheim, where he is currently pursuing his master's degree in political science.
Contributions
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EU plans to be an independent defence actor by 2030
The EU Commission presented the ‘White Paper on Defence - Readiness 2030’. The aim is for Europe to be ready for war in five years' time, as Russia could have renewed its offensive power by then.
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Greenland voted
Against the backdrop of growing geopolitical attention, the parliamentary election in Greenland marked a pivotal moment for the country. Voters were presented with a choice to maintain the status quo in relations with Denmark, to seek closer ties with the United States or to pursue further independence. The outcome was a signal for new politics, but the directions remain unclear.
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Next Steps for Ukraine and EU-US Relations
The events at the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in February sent shockwaves through Europe. Meanwhile, there were several meetings of EU leaders in different constellations, elections in Germany, peace negotiations in Saudi Arabia between Russia and the United States (without Ukraine or Europe), and the possibility of an economic deal between the US and Ukraine. However, no deal was signed after a diplomatic bust-up in Washington DC last Friday. After weeks of mere talking, EU’s emergency summit is sending signals of a change towards taking action.
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Europe‘s moment of reckoning
The Munich Security Conference became the scene of a diplomatic ordeal. Controversial US statements called transatlantic unity into question and led to crisis meetings at the highest level.
