This workshop is designed to elucidate the ethical consequence of the changes in the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) including the European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP) as a result of the progressive blurring of the internal/external borders and policy objectives. Within this overall objective, the workshop examines the value assumptions underlying traditional CFSP/ESDP objectives including SSR, rule of law and peace building more broadly; and contrasts these assumptions with the value premises underlying JHA that touch on CFSP (particularly counter-terrorism and border management) and that underline the increasing blurring between internal and external security objectives of EU external relations. In addition to a conceptual stock taking, the workshop also discusses the consequences of these potentially conflicting objectives in the field.

A balanced approach, where theory and practice complement each other to facilitate the learning experience.

In-depth analysis of each institution, with special focus on its functioning and role within the EU structure.

  The multidisciplinary GARNET Conference ‘The European Union in International Affairs’ will provide a forum for discussion and exchange of ideas among the growing number of scholars that take an interest in understanding the interface of EU and international politics and law. It will be open to all relevant disciplines and sub-disciplines, including (international) law, international political economy, economics and history. The Conference will also continue to foster exchange between the scientific and the policy communities, especially through keynote addresses by senior policy makers and a number of policy-link events featuring academics as well as policy makers.  The Conference broadly covers all aspects relevant to understanding the EU in international affairs, including implications for and effects of the structure of the global order , in order to allow for active participation by as many scholars as possible working on relevant subjects.

Registrations are now open.