JCMS: Journal of Common Market Studies

✍ Preference #Constellations in #EU–Russian #Crisis Bargaining over #Syria and #Ukraine.   Krotz Ulrich (Institut Barcelona d’Estudis Internacionals – Sciences Po - CERI ) and Jonas J. Driedger, (PRIF Peace Research Institute Frankfurt – Research Center “Transformations of Political Violence” (TraCe)) examine the #Russian #invasion of Ukraine in early 2022 and the ensuing EU–Russian clash over the fate of Ukraine highlight the importance of explaining the outcomes of EU–Russian crisis bargaining.   🔗 Published in JCMS: Journal of Common Market Studies: https://t.ly/aQNst

Happy Monday! Start your week off right by catching up with the latest research insights from JCMS. Here are a few must-read articles you may have missed: Carla Monteleone, Patrick Müller and Tatiana Coutto examine Hungary’s role in EU foreign policy cooperation at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) from 2004 to 2021, focusing on how its shift to a populist radical right government has influenced its alignment with EU norms. They find that Hungary’s UNGA voting behaviour showed limited contestation, highlighting the resilience of key Common Foreign and Security Policy norms. 🌍 🔗https://lnkd.in/eaZ9NDjv Romy Hansum explores the national implementation of REACT-EU funds, part of the COVID-19 recovery package ‘Next Generation EU’. Analysing fund distribution across member states, Hansum finds no evidence that governments allocate these funds to politically advantageous regions, challenging assumptions about vote-buying strategies in EU fund distribution. 💶 🔗https://lnkd.in/e82vUxMu Pascal Horni explores the European Commission’s use of expert groups in developing European Public Sector Accounting Standards (EPSAS). Analysing how policy incentives are translated into draft policies, Horni finds that pre-existing policy instruments can hinder expert consensus, limiting the effectiveness of technical solutions. 📊 🔗https://lnkd.in/eh2X8daQ Follow us to stay informed on the latest research in European Studies! #JCMS #UACES #EuropeanStudies #EU

Trump’s announcement this week of increased trade tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China has drawn notable attention within the EU. Could this signal a turning point in US-EU relations? Explore how this partnership has evolved in recent years with these must-read articles from past JCMS contributors: Dr. Sebastian Biba explores why the EU has recently moved closer to the US in its approach to China amid intensifying US-China strategic competition. Using role theory, he explains how shifts in the EU’s role conception and alignment with US expectations under President Biden have driven this change. 🌍 🔗https://lnkd.in/e_6-AUmQ In a 2021 JCMS Annual Review article, Stephanie C. Hofmann explores the resilience of the transatlantic relationship during periods of political crisis, focusing on the concept of institutional elasticity. She highlights how trust and diffuse reciprocity helped the US and EU navigate tensions under Trump and adapt under Biden, preserving NATO’s core stability. 🛡️ 🔗https://lnkd.in/ejW9HwVp In a 2023 JCMS Annual Review article, Niklas Helwig examines the ongoing debate over the EU’s strategic autonomy, exploring its relevance in light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. He argues that while the EU has shown increased agency in some areas, its security and defence ambitions remain tempered by its ties to the US and NATO. 🌐 🔗https://lnkd.in/eNj5-P4q Follow us to stay informed on key research insights in European Studies! #JCMS #UACES #EuropeanStudies #EU #US

New article! 🚨 Danie Pop and Iraklis Stamos explore the territorialisation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the EU, highlighting disparities in progress at the national and regional levels. They emphasise the need for place-based policies and enhanced regional data collection to ensure effective SDG strategies and equitable development across all EU regions. Read the open-access article here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ewaZMzpH #JCMS #UACES #EU #EuropeanStudies

Sometimes expertise is not enough! Have you ever asked yourself how the European Commission drafts policies with its expert groups and what determines when these drafts are finalized? 🇪🇺 Have you wondered what holds up the development of European Public Sector Accounting Standards #EPSAS by the European Commission and its expert group? My latest research article in JCMS: Journal of Common Market Studies suggests that the European Commission’s policy drafting resembles a policy design process. I conceptualise the mechanism linking policy incentives and drafts and I find evidence that design integrity matters: Expert endorsement of possible solutions depends on the coherence, consistency, and congruence of of policy objectives and instruments. Link to the open access publication below: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dRuGRf7n Cc: ZHAW-IVM Institute of Public Management Might be of interest to Public Service Accounting and Accountability Group and CIGAR Network

New in JCMS! 🚨 Jan Kotýnek Krotký explores how Eurosceptic contestation might paradoxically strengthen EU integration by fostering public debate on EU issues. Using the Conference on the Future of Europe (CoFoE) as a case study, the article analyses how Eurosceptic political groups have challenged its legitimacy, citing manipulative governance and lack of representativity. How could Eurosceptic narratives influence the future of EU integration and citizen engagement? 💭 Read the full article to find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eReuA5RA #JCMS #UACES #EU #EuropeanStudies

Is your university ready to host the UACES 57th Annual Conference in 2027? This is your chance to shape the future of European Studies while spotlighting your institution and city! Hosting the conference connects your university with leading scholars and offers a fantastic opportunity to leave a legacy. Why host? 🔹 Showcase your institution as a hub for European Studies. 🔹 Build bridges between academia and local communities. 🔹 Strengthen your city’s reputation on the global stage. The conference accommodates up to 500 participants over three days. Submit your Expression of Interest by 31 January 2025. Discover more details on our website 👉 https://lnkd.in/efs6Apuw. #UACES #CallForHost #AcademicConference

Interested in publishing your work in the Journal of Common Market Studies? 🌍📚 Whether you’re contributing original research, exploring new methodologies, or linking academic insights to policy debates, we want to hear from you! We welcome the following article types: 🔸 Research Articles: 6,500–8,500 words (excluding the reference list) Original academic research with strong analytical depth and rigour. 🔸 Research Notes: 3,000–5,000 words (excluding the reference list) Perfect for advancing new ideas, exploring methodological innovations, or analysing emerging datasets. 🔸 Policy Commentaries: 2,000–3,000 words (excluding the reference list) Focused on linking academic insights to current policy debates, including policy recommendations where relevant. JCMS also features a book reviews section, offering critical assessments of the latest publications in European and comparative regionalism studies. Learn more about our article types and how to submit your work here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eYXXF9u7 #JCMS #UACES #EuropeanStudies #EU

❗New Research❗ "Building a European Union ‘Treasury’: Explaining the European Commission's New Approach to Debt Issuance and Management", by Lukas Spielberger, Dermot Hodson, David Howarth and Iacopo Mugnai in the JCMS: Journal of Common Market Studies. Read🔸 https://lnkd.in/e3igFXdh

New publication! 🚨 Jan Ruck examines the increasing intervention of state actors in strategic value chains as part of the emerging geo-economic order. Using European semiconductor policy (2012-2023) as a case study, the article highlights how the EU and its semiconductor industry have collaborated to reorganise the spatial dynamics of the value chain, reshaping industrial policy to anchor production capacities in Europe. What does this mean for the future of strategic industries and the balance of power in global value chains? 💭 Read the open-access article here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eGYcPmP2 #JCMS #UACES #EU #EuropeanStudies