PROVOCĂRILE ACTUALE ALE POLITICII COMUNE DE SECURITATE ȘI APARARE A UNIUNII EUROPENE: INTRE AUTONOMIE STRATEGICA ȘI SECURITATE COLECTIVĂ
THE CURRENT CHALLENGES OF THE COMMON SECURITY AND DEFENSE POLICY OF THE EUROPEAN UNION: BETWEEN STRATEGIC AUTONOMY AND COLLECTIVE SECURITY

Summary/Abstract: The European Union’s Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) faces unprecedented challenges in the current geopolitical landscape. Russia’s war in Ukraine, hybrid threats, disinformation campaigns, energy insecurity, and the growing relevance of cyber and space domains have emphasized the limits of the EU’s strategic autonomy. At the same time, the deepening of EU–NATO cooperation and the implementation of the Strategic Compass highlight the Union’s ambition to strengthen its role as a global security actor. This paper analyzes the key obstacles confronting the CSDP, including political fragmentation among member states, capability gaps, and the need for rapid decision-making mechanisms. It also evaluates opportunities for reform and adaptation, with the aim of enhancing the EU’s resilience and credibility in managing crises and contributing to international stability.

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