Macedonia and the international community
What has lead to the political scandals and democratic regression that has marred Macedonia over the last years?
Tensions in Asia: Understanding Japan’s Foreign Policy and Security Measures
What is Japan's perspective on the current situation of Asia as a whole?
Transatlantic free trade and its economic impact
What is the impact of TTIP on third countries like Norway?
What Makes Dialogue and Diplomacy Work or not? Russia – Georgia and Russia – Ukraine
How Do Little Frogs Fly? Small States in the European Union
Small EU member states need to exploit the special characteristics of their small public administrations in order to secure their interests and have influence within the Union. They must develop an administrative competence based on features like informality, flexibility, and the autonomy of officials operating according to guidelines rather than fixed negotiating instructions. They also need to acknowledge their limitations, and set priorities to a much greater extent than the large states. A strategy based on these features, combined with a positive image and political willingness, can bring negotiating success within the EU’s decision-making processes.