Elisabeth Johansson-Nogués goes on the European Dialogue by the EU-Values Network Podcast to discuss the EU’s evolving foreign policy in response to the war in Ukraine – Oct 2024

Episode 2: Geopolitical EU? The EU’s Wartime Assistance to Ukraine with Prof. Elisabeth Johansson-Nogués

In today’s episode, Emily sits down with Professor Elisabeth Johansson-Nogués to discuss the EU’s evolving foreign policy in response to the war in Ukraine. They delve into Professor Johansson-Nogués’ recent article, co-authored with Francesca Leso, titled “Geopolitical EU? The EU’s Wartime Assistance to Ukraine”.

Throughout the discussion, Elisabeth explains how the EU’s leadership views the war as not only a military conflict but a symbolic struggle for democratic values and human rights. The EU’s support for Ukraine represents a commitment to principles like sovereignty and the rule of law, which are increasingly under threat by authoritarian regimes worldwide. However, while the EU’s geopolitical posture has shifted, she notes the uncertainty about whether the EU can take on a firm leadership role in the region.

Tune in to hear more on the implications of this conflict for the EU’s global standing, and how it reflects broader shifts in international relations and global values!