CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2025
| Author | Van Dyck, Jules |
|---|---|
| Title | Toward a European Department of Defense: Feasibility, Structure, and Strategic Implications |
| Summary | This capstone examines the prospects and challenges of creating a European Department of Defense (EDD) as a central body for EU defense. In light of the shifting security landscape of Europe since the last few years, characterized by Russia’s conflict in Ukraine and uncertainties in the transatlantic relationship with the Trump administration, EU defense actions are more important than ever. A comparison with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) offers insights on centralized command, leadership, financial planning, and oversight. Factors, like restrictions and political sovereignty are carefully considered when assessing feasibility for an EDD implementation plan, in congruence with NATO coordination and democratic governance. Various approaches for EDD implementation are examined in detail. From EU treaty adjustments to gradual reforms. Ethical considerations around militarization and transparency, are adequately taken into account in the process. |
| Supervisor | McIntosh Christopher |
| Department | International Relations MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2025/van-dyck_jules.pdf |
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