Global Security Hub
Since 2017, the Global Security Hub has been the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom's central point of contact for all security and defence-related activities. Together with the Liberal Defence Expert Network, it brings together a broad network of policy advisors and think tank experts from across Europe and beyond.
News
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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.
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Crunch Time: A Pivotal Moment for Europe’s Defence
Europe faces a historic challenge: geopolitical tensions are mounting, the economic situation remains strained, and political instability is hindering urgently needed defence policy reforms. Russia’s war against Ukraine has served as a wake-up call for the continent, yet steps toward a coherent European security strategy remain hesitant.
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Strategic reorientation for a new era
At 75 years of age, NATO is looking ahead to the future. The summit in Washington, D.C., not only marked the anniversary of the Alliance, but also signified the transition from reactive measures to a more strategic approach.
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Not Braindead, but Necessary - Clear Majorities for NATO, Nuanced Perception of Security Threats
With the start of the NATO summit on July 9, the 75th anniversary of the alliance is coming into focus. A new survey by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, conducted by the polling institute dimap, shows clear majorities in favor of the transatlantic military alliance in the USA and Germany. The survey also reveals differentiated views on threat perception and the future of the alliance.
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NATO top job goes to Mark Rutte
Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte officially took over as NATO Secretary General today, succeeding Jens Stoltenberg. In his new role, he will have to deal with challenges such as the war in Ukraine, hybrid threats and potential geopolitical changes.
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Podcast: The Defence Café
The Defence Café is the security and defence podcast of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Brussels (FNF Europe).
