Eu governance

Are sanctions against Russia working?

The Russian economic model is totally dependent on an industry that will become extinct.

Whither EU Fiscal Rulemaking?

Since fiscal discipline is essential for euro stability, any new governance framework must minimize the risk of cross-border negative spillovers.

Europe’s half a million barrels per day diesel supply question

A new European Union embargo on Russian oil products should not affect EU diesel supplies and prices, but could encourage re-routing by Russia.

How would the European Union fare without Russian energy?

This contribution explores how Europe can manage without the imports of Russian coal, crude oil, oil products and natural gas.

The Élysée Treaty: 60 years on

A review of Franco-German relations on the anniversary of the Élysée treaty.

Concessional climate finance: the Bridgetown Initiative

Pro- and anti-competitive provisions in the proposed European Union Data Act

This paper explores several pro- and anti-competitive provisions included the proposed EU Data Act.

Economy: Inflation peaking, recession looming?

In 2023 we might see positive economic surprises in Europe: better-than-expected growth and lower-than-expected inflation.

Buying time for proper electricity market reform

A structural reform of the electricity market is necessary in light of the increasing demand for electricity and the growing share of renewable energy

Economic policy wrapped up 2022

As 2022 closes, we look back at some of the most important and interesting economic policy developments from Europe and the world.

Energy crisis: five questions that must be answered in 2023

Here’s how researchers can help overcome the threats arising from market turmoil and geopolitical realignment after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Beating the European Energy Crisis

The EU needs a grand bargain that reduces demand, increases supply, and keeps energy markets open.

Five lessons from the Recovery and Resilience Facility for future crisis-response instruments

Presented as a new departure in EU policy-making, the EU’s Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) is now in its second year of implementation.