America Will Miss Europe’s Dependence When It’s Gone

Europe shows withdrawal symptoms after 75 years of addiction to US troops

European capitals are divided on how to respond to a probable reduction of America’s military presence.

In line with its values, the EU can promote political stability in Europe and a liberal world order throughout the world.

What It Means For Europe To Fend For Itself

Editor's Note:This essay reflects a European perspective on the shifting global order and the need for greater strategic autonomy. While it references recent changes in U.S. leadership, its primary focus is on Europe's path forward in defense, innovation, and democratic resilience.By Anders Fogh Rasmussen - Project Syndicate | Apr 22, 2025For too long, Europe has relied on cheap Russian energy, cheap Chinese goods, and cheap American security an…

America Will Miss Europe’s Dependence When It’s Gone

European self-reliance for security will cost U.S. jobs, profits, and influence.

DEBATE: Nysnø's Siri Kalvig writes in Aftenbladet April 17 about climate, security and how she believes climate technology innovation "strengthens Europe's independence." So far, the green shift in Europe has been a disaster for independence and robustness.

As Europe, we have based our security on the US, making ourselves completely dependent on the States in this respect. This is a cardinal mistake, which we are finally trying to correct, for example, by investing in start-ups that create defense technologies - says Stanisław Kastory, co-founder of Expeditions Fund