An Introduction to European Foreign Policy

An Introduction to European Foreign Policy offers a comprehensive overview of the history, institutions, and challenges shaping the EU’s external relations. Now in its fully revised 2nd edition, Fraser Cameron brings the dynamic field of European foreign affairs up to date with the sweeping changes prompted by the Lisbon Treaty and shifting global politics. This edition features detailed analyses of the transformative impact of the Lisbon Treaty, including the introduction of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and the establishment of the EU External Action Service. It also explores evolving transatlantic relations since President Obama's election, expands the discussion on European Security and Defence missions in regions such as Afghanistan and Kosovo, and assesses the effects of EU relations with strategic partners like China, India, Japan, ASEAN, and Korea, as well as the repercussions of the global financial crisis. Richly supported by up-to-date case studies addressing key issues in Egypt, Libya, Iraq, and Iran, each chapter is enhanced with key questions and suggestions for further reading. As such, this book remains essential reading for students of European and international politics, and for those looking to deepen their understanding of the EU's external relations.