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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
