Divided West

This book analyses the genesis and process through which transatlantic strategic dissonance now defines a divided West. It contends that constructive strategic dissonance has the potential to best manage a complex and pressing global security agenda. Reflects on the bitter disputes that have crystallized across the Atlantic after 9/11 and the rise of terrorist, WMD and failed state threats. Structured around the concepts of ‘Atlantic’, ‘Core’, ‘New’ ‘Non-aligned’ and ‘Periphery’ Europe that have emerged in the wake of these disputes. Identifies the trends and factors that have driven and could further propel the Euro-Atlantic security community towards different futures. Analyses the security policy implications of each scenario for states within this region.

Acknowledgments. About the Authors. 1. The Divided West: Challenges, Obstacles and Dilemmas. 2. Theory and Transatlantic Crisis. 3. ‘Atlantic Europe’: The UK, the US and European Security. 4. ‘Core Europe’: Germany's National Interest, Transatlantic Relations and European Security. 5. ‘New Europe’: And Transatlantic Relations. 6. ‘Non-Aligned Europe’ and Transatlantic Relations. 7. ‘Periphery Europe’: Russia and Transatlantic Security. 8. Transatlantic Futures in an Age of Strategic Dissonance. Notes. Bibliography. Index.