The Asian continent becomes more and more important in world politics. In Asia the future markets are located; the labour force is compared to western economies cheap but in the same way well educated and qualified. But probably one of the most important aspects are resources. The energy resources of the future are located on the Eurasian Continent, especially in Central Asia, North Russia and Arab countries. Asian states, in particular China and India will be under the most important global players. Their rapidly economic growth which leads probably in the same way to an increasing military power, makes them rather important which is underlined by India’s claim for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council. The Eurasian continent is full of challenges. First; Asian states are competitors on the world markets, but in the same way necessary exporting and investment partners for the west. Second; the Asian continent is a flash point of present and future conflicts which is caused by a huge lack of water resources, an extended diversity of ethnic groups and the competition of power and control over oil, gas and water resources and therefore the control over regions or countries in which the resources are located. Moreover several Asian states as India or Iran have nuclear capability which causes concerns and conflicts as the contemporary debates about Iran show. The following paper analyzes the document “Europe and Asia: A strategic Framework for Enhanced Partnerships” of the Commission of the European Communities in 2001. This document is a strategy paper which gives an overview how the European Union wants to improve and strengthen its presence in different regions of Asia. First I will give a short overview about the document, its strategies and the problems in the realization of strategies. Further the essay contains an analyze about geopolitics. At last I will compare the EU and USA, relating to their politics in Asia.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- The Document
- The Strategy
- The Problem of the Strategy
- Geopolitics of the European Union
- The EU and USA in a comparing perspective.
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay analyzes the European Union's strategy towards Asia, focusing on the 2001 document "Europe and Asia: A Strategic Framework for Enhanced Partnerships" by the Commission of the European Communities. It investigates the EU's objectives for strengthening its presence in different regions of Asia and examines the challenges and limitations in achieving these goals.
- The EU's strategic interests in Asia, particularly in terms of economic growth, resource access, and security.
- The challenges of implementing a unified EU strategy in Asia, due to diverse member state interests and the lack of a coherent foreign and security policy.
- The EU's role in promoting peace and security, economic cooperation, and development in Asia, particularly in the context of globalization.
- The geopolitical significance of Asia for the EU, considering its size, population, resources, and potential conflicts.
- A comparison of the EU's and the USA's approach to Asia, examining their respective strategies and influence.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter sets the stage by highlighting the growing importance of Asia in world politics, particularly due to its economic potential, resource wealth, and strategic location. It also emphasizes the challenges posed by competition, conflicts, and resource scarcity in the region.
- The Document: This chapter provides an overview of the 2001 EU document "Europe and Asia: A Strategic Framework for Enhanced Partnerships," which outlines the EU's approach to strengthening its ties with Asian countries. It highlights the document's emphasis on economic and political partnerships, as well as its recognition of the challenges and conflicts facing the region.
- The Strategy: This chapter details the key elements of the EU's strategy towards Asia, focusing on six main areas: peace and security, economic cooperation, development, democracy and human rights, global partnerships, and increasing awareness of the EU in Asia.
- The Problem of the Strategy: This chapter discusses the challenges facing the EU in implementing its strategy for Asia. It highlights the lack of a unified foreign and security policy, the diverse interests of member states, and the difficulty in coordinating a coherent approach. The chapter also considers the limited role of the EU in the context of competing great powers, as evident in CIA documents.
- Geopolitics of the European Union: This chapter explores the geopolitical implications of the EU's strategy for Asia, particularly in relation to the EU's focus on enlargement. It argues that the EU's presence in Asia is largely influenced by its geopolitical interests and the potential conflicts and resource competition in the region.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key themes of this essay revolve around the European Union's presence in the Eurasian space. This includes exploring the EU's strategy for enhanced partnerships with Asian countries, analyzing the challenges of implementing a unified policy amidst diverse member state interests, and examining the geopolitical implications of the EU's approach. The text also explores the interplay of economic, political, and security issues in the context of globalization and the role of competing great powers.
- Citation du texte
- Sarah Stolle (Auteur), 2006, The European Union in the Eurasian Space, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/60553
