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Karla Kohlhaas is pursuing a B.A. in European Studies at Maastricht University (NL). Her research focuses on Eastern Europe and Eurasia, with an emphasis on regime change and the global power shift. Currently, she is involved with the Permanent Delegation of the United Nations Student Association.
The 62nd Munich Security Conference highlighted growing European responsibility, with stronger trilateral cooperation through the Weimar Triangle and rising defense initiatives, while acknowledging industrial and structural limits. Ultimately, Europe is gradually assuming strategic autonomy, adap…
Trump’s second presidency raises concerns about EU security as US support becomes uncertain. His stance on NATO and protectionism weakens transatlantic trust, making EU strategic autonomy essential. The EU must invest in defence, enhance rapid response mechanisms, and strengthen multilateral ties…
As global security threats rise, the EU is at a crossroads between upholding its liberal roots or embracing defence.
