Europe Programme

Our research focuses on democracy and political economy in Europe, European security, UK foreign policy after Brexit, and the future of the transatlantic relationship.

We provide practical and policy-relevant perspectives on transnational issues which require European engagement on either a country-specific or continent-wide basis.

Activities

Conducting policy research;
Publishing and widely disseminating freely available analysis;
Convening regular events with senior European leaders and decision-makers to discuss topical issues.

Research focus

Europe’s democracy and political economy
European security
UK foreign policy after Brexit
Transatlantic relations

Europe and the US recognize that their policies and strategies on the Indo-Pacific need to be more coherent. Existing structures such as the G7 and the Quad could become key forums for enhanced cooperation.

How increasing economic and political inequality and the ‘depoliticization’ of economic policymaking, through technocratic management insulated from national-level parliamentary scrutiny, have contributed to the crisis of democracy in Europe.

The rise of China is one of the greatest challenges for the transatlantic relationship. Despite similar concerns, fundamental differences could prevent a joined-up European and US approach.

Amid global competition to define the rules and standards around digital innovation, policymakers in the US, EU and UK will need to cooperate in promoting governance models rooted in support for democratic values and a free and open internet.

This paper takes a closer look at the EU’s approach to China and how this may change as US–China tensions intensify.

Latest content

View all content

Episode 31 of our weekly podcast explores the UK’s role in the defence of the Nordic region.

As European attitudes towards refugees harden, Anna Vallianatou speaks to Lisa Toremark about the ongoing reform negotiations and key policy issues at stake.

The UK and EU are beginning to secure supply of critical raw materials necessary for the twin transitions to a digital and net-zero economy.

Upcoming events

View all upcoming events

Key policymakers discuss how the UK, Germany and their allies can coordinate their approaches while engaging with China on global issues.

Current projects

This project investigates the objectives, priorities, and constraints of UK defence in the Nordic–Baltic region at a critical juncture for Euro-Atlantic security.

This project brings together a community of European and Japanese policymakers and analysts to share perspectives on Indo-Pacific security.

This project aims to recommend ways for the US, UK and EU member-states to work together more effectively to achieve shared aims in the Indo-Pacific.

The current crisis of liberal democracy in Europe is closely connected to issues around its political economy.

As Europe faces multiple complex challenges, the UK continues to be an important security provider for the continent.

Following its departure from the European Union, the UK is defining a new foreign policy.

With Britain’s departure from the EU, the Transatlantic relationship has become a triangular one.

Examining the link between Turkey’s political, economic and social development and the role Turkey plays in regional stability and development.

This project focuses on strengthening common understanding and developing ideas for how the US and Europe can better respond to China’s rise.

As the UK negotiates withdrawal from the EU, uncertainty remains about what kind of Brexit it will be, the transitional phase, and the long-term implications.

Programme team

View whole team

Alice Billon-Galland

Research Fellow, Europe Programme

Sally Nelson Said

Manager, Europe Programme

Sir Robin Niblett DPhil

Distinguished Fellow, Europe Programme

Hans Kundnani

Associate Fellow, Europe Programme

Professor Richard G. Whitman

Associate Fellow, Europe Programme

Contact

For information on supporting the Europe Programme, please contact [email protected].

Funding

Research on Europe at Chatham House is focused on European countries and EU institutions, and addressing the political, economic and security challenges they face.

The Europe Programme seeks support from organizations which recognize the importance of independent and rigorously objective policy-focused research in these areas.

The programme funds its activities through a combination of project grants from governments, private foundations and corporate supporters; event sponsorship; fellowship support; and discretionary donations from private sponsors.

All research programmes and staff adhere to the Chatham House Principles for Independent Research and Convening. For further information on Chatham House’s overall funding, please visit the Our Funding pages.

The Europe Programme would like to thank the following organizations for their support of our work:

Carnegie Corporation of New York
City of London
DP World
Foreign & Commonwealth Office
Hanns Seidel Foundation
Janus Friis
JETRO London
Koc Holding
Leonardo S.p.A
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
Mitsui & Co Europe plc
Mitsubishi
US Government