Shifting Alliances
Europe, America and the Future of Britain's Global Strategy
Patrick Diamond
A unique examination of a vital but neglected area of policy
The central dilemma of Britain's global strategy is the still unresolved choice between Europe and America. The goal of this strategy is to act as a bridge between Europe and America, forming a close partnership which refuses to separate Britain from either. This concept was placed under great strain by the tumultuous impact of the Iraq War, where Europe was divided into 'new' and 'old', and many now claim that Britain's chosen role has become a bridge too far. Shifting Alliances is intended to frame a nuanced debate about the future of British foreign policy and Britain's role in the world in the 21st century. The focus is not on the immediate controversies, such as Iraq and the war on terror – though they play a key part – but rather on the historical and institutional forces that have animated Britain's national strategy since 1945. This book provides clarity and scholarship on complex issues which have too often been shrouded in a fog of soundbites and slogans. Published by Politico's Publishing in association with Policy Network.
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