The analyses are short pieces -of around 3,000 words- on aspects of current international affairs considered to be of relevance to Spain, its foreign policy or its security. In broad terms ARIs are intended to have a predictive bearing on events.

Strategic autonomy in a new era: a Cold-War risk assessment of China’s involvement in the EU’s 5G networks

Mario Esteban & Ugo Armanini. ARI 89/2019 - 6/8/2019.

This paper suggests studying the relations between the EU and China through a Cold War analysis framework.

A strategic look at the position of High Representative and Commission Vice-President

Ignacio Molina & Luis Simón. ARI 88/2019 - 5/8/2019.

What is the potential, and which are the shortcomings and possible ways of strengthening the post of High Representative for Foreign Affairs (and Vice-President of the European Commission) in order to improve the efficiency and standing of the EU as a global player?

In virality we trust! The quest for authenticity in digital diplomacy

Corneliu Bjola. ARI82/2019 - 9/7/2019.

Virality in digital diplomacy is the new black. For Ministers of Foreign Affairs and diplomats, being on social media is no longer only about presence and networking, but about standing out through the virality of their messages.

Emerging security challenges in NATO’s southern neighbourhood

Ian O. Lesser. ARI 79/2019-3/7/2019.

NATO has always had a southern exposure. Today’s strategic environment provides a new context for this traditional question, but also raises fundamental questions of geography, alliance politics and a shared approach to risks.

The EU after the elections: a more plural Parliament and Council

Piotr Maciej Kaczyński. ARI 76/2019 - 26/6/2019.

What is the new balance of power in the EU’s institutions following the May 2019 elections?