Europe's Wider Loyalties Author:David Barton, BartonDavid What does Europe stand for in the wider world? What are its values? Is the European Union a political as well as an economic force? And will it use its strength for good or ill outside its borders? — Nine experienced commentators – politicians, civil servants, diplomats, journalists and academics – explore various aspects of Europe’s external rel... more »ations. Andrew Marshall looks at EU Enlargement to include Eastern Europe; David Hannay discusses Europe and the UN; Misha Glenny describes the future of Europe’s backyard, the Balkans; Michael Quinlan comments on European Defence and Security; Marcus Braybrooke outlines Europe’s efforts to create a spiritual bridge between religions; Enid Wistrich sketches the impact of Population Movements; James Hantley comments on the spread of democracy in imitation of Europe; Richard Mayne relates Culture and Globalisation; Peter Pooley outlines Europe’s role in the Developing World.« less