The Diplomatic System of the European Union

Evolution, change and challenges

Michael Smith editor Stephan Keukeleire editor Sophie Vanhoonacker editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:17th Jun '15

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Over the past five years, the EU has established a new system of diplomacy centred on the European External Action Service (EEAS) and the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. This new system reflects a process of evolution in a changing context, and has been faced by major challenges since its inception.

This book examines the diplomatic system of the EU, locating it within the broader study of diplomacy and the European integration project. The volume is structured around the interrelated themes of institutional change and the evolving practices of EU diplomacy. It tracks the development of the EU’s system of diplomacy, with particular reference to the implementation of the Lisbon Treaty, the establishment of the EEAS and the emerging practices of EU strategic and structural diplomacy. Bringing together contributions from leading experts in the field, this book provides an original approach to the development and operation of the EU’s diplomatic system.

This book will be of interest to students and scholars of European Union international relations, European Union politics and diplomacy.

'Even though the book addresses a large number of issues, the result is a concrete and extremely interesting analysis of the EU system of diplomacy and its internal and external challenges. Moreover, Fraser Cameron’s conclusions are well structured and convincing... Overall, the book is not only particularly appealing to scholars and students of international relations and European studies, but is also recommended to academics that aim to acquire a better understanding of EU diplomatic action.'

Thea Restovin, Ther International Spectator, 2016

ISBN: 9780415732284

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Weight: 589g

310 pages