European Policy & Security Organization
The European Policiy and Security Organization (EPSO) is a leading nonpartisan think tank committed to shaping impactful European policies in security, defense, and foreign affairs through independent research and expert analysis.
Quality
We have earned our reputation for excellence through a strong focus on evidence-based research.
Our publications are grounded in thorough analysis and maintain a high standard of rigor and relevance.
objectivity
EPSO is widely respected for its independence from political and commercial pressures.
This autonomy has allowed the organization to maintain credibility and neutrality in all its work.
impact
EPSO contributes to enhancing the role of the EU as a global player.
Our work supports the implementation of the Common Foreign and Security Policy and provides guidance across a broad range of sectors.
EXPERTISE
Our team consists of a diverse cadre of international experts.
By synthesizing expertise from various fields, we ensure a multidisciplinary approach to Europe’s most pressing policy challenges.
Mission and Purpose
EPSO’s mission is to support EU institutions and private investors in implementing the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP).
We work to enhance the role of the EU as a global actor, focusing on evidence-based research, strategic foresight, and policy impact.
Our purpose is to shape informed, resilient, and coordinated responses to today’s complex geopolitical landscape.
Research Areas
EU Security & Defense
Amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and instability in the Middle East, the necessity to bolster European security has never been more evident.
The Common European Security and Defense Policy demands unified action.
All EU members must take decisive measures to safeguard the Union’s core principles and ensure stability in the region.
Non-Proliferation and Disarmament
The EU promotes peace and protects its citizens by restricting the spread and use of weapons and defense material.
The EU helps enforce international treaties that ban the development of programs of weapons of mass destruction and conventional weapons.
The EU works closely with third countries and international organizations to reduce global weapons stockpiles.
EU Foreign Policy
EU Foreign policy, also known as EU external policy, is the set of strategies and actions that Member States agreed in the EU interactions with other third countries, unions, and international entities.
It encompasses a wide range of objectives, including defense and security, economic benefits, and humanitarian assistance.
Only together can the Member States of the European Union make their weight felt internationally.
The EU does not have a choice in the matter: its economic significance alone makes it an actor on the global stage.
Transnational Security Challenges
In an interconnected world the EU faces increasing transnational threats.
There is a strong link between what happens outside of the EU’s borders and security within Europe.
Security challenges have become more complex and multidimensional.
No EU Member State can face these threats alone. The EU made security a priority and enhanced all Member States to work closely with each other on a Common Defense Policy.
Strategic Foresight
European strategic foresight aims to integrate future insights into policy making, strategic planning, and EU preparedness.
By anticipating crises and opportunities, it empowers the EU to shape the desired future.
Through systematic analysis and scenario planning, it equips the Union to proactively navigate uncertainties, foster resilience, and achieve long-term goals.
Strategic foresight serves as a cornerstone in building a forward-looking, adaptable, and resilient European Union.