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This disparity highlights the EU's dependencies on its member states’ military capabilities and decision-making autonomy, contrasting sharply with the US's ability to act unilaterally in crises.
Navigating Forward: Possible Solutions
To address these complexities, the EU must reevaluate its foreign policy framework and consider five practical steps:
Institutional Reform: Streamlining the institutional framework by reducing redundancy and clarifying leadership roles could enhance coherence in foreign affairs.
Enhanced Coordination: Empowering the High Representative for Foreign Affairs with a more defined mandate can help unify EU responses.