Giles Merritt

Founder of Friends of Europe and author of a new book entitled “People Power: Why we need more migrants”, wants to “ring an alarm bell and try and wake people up to the need in Europe for more people”.

The Oh-So-Slow Draghi/Letta Plan To ‘Save Europe’

There’s a fresh spring in Brussels’ step after Hungary’s landslide rejection of…

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The EU Must Rescue Its Global Reputation Now That It’s At Risk

Giles Merritt urges EU policymakers to confront waning respect around the world…

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Saying ‘No’ To Trump Must Trigger Tougher EU Policies

Giles Merritt urges EU leaders to learn from their muddled Iran responses…

Giles Merritt

To Succeed, The Digital Euro Needs Megaphone Messaging

Giles Merritt looks at the undoubted benefits of the digital euro, and…

Giles Merritt

The EU’s Zig-Zag Road Towards Stronger Financial Markets

Giles Merritt delves into the confusing welter of efforts to streamline Europe’s…

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The EU Must Take The Lead In A ‘New World Order’ Of Trade Blocs

Giles Merritt looks at the EU’s leadership opportunities in a world to…

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Coming Soon: An EU Plan To Combat Youth Poverty

Giles Merritt reports on an ambitious strategy for tackling the barriers that…

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Unpalatable Choices For An EU With Shrinking Options

Giles Merritt urges a rigorous re-think of Europe’s strengths and weaknesses to…

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The EU’s Message On Migration Is Wrong And Short-Sighted

Giles Merritt questions the EU Commission President’s focus on border security when…

Giles Merritt