The Peace Project in an Era of Weaponized Interdependence

This paper examines the impact of globalization on global supply chains, highlighting the strategic leverage of dominant players like the U.S. and China. It explores how U.S. tariffs on EU goods and China’s control over rare earth minerals can disrupt trade, forcing companies to adjust supply chains and face higher costs. The paper focuses on the challenges posed by interdependencies, regulatory inconsistencies, and geopolitical tensions, particularly in the context of energy reliance and technological access.

Politicization of the EU Budget: A Longstanding Tradition

This paper examines if ideological influences can be observed when allocating funds within the European Union budget. First, it presents the legal basis of budget sources, followed by an examination of the major trends that affect the allocation of EU budgets.