About Global Europe
We founded Global Europe because the conversation about Europe’s place in the world deserved better. Too often, coverage of EU foreign policy and UK-EU relations is reduced to Westminster gossip or Brussels jargon — noisy, partisan, and light on substance. We wanted a space where readers could find clear, independent analysis of the decisions shaping Europe’s global role, free from spin and corporate influence.
Our Mission: Independent Analysis for a Changing Europe
Our mission is simple: to provide unbiased, informed commentary on EU foreign policy and UK-EU relations at a time when both are being redefined. Mainstream media frequently covers these subjects through a domestic political lens, leaving readers without the context they need to understand what is really at stake. We aim to fill that gap with fact-based reporting and rigorous analysis — and we take no corporate or political funding, so our conclusions answer only to the evidence.
Why we launched Global Europe
Brexit reshaped the relationship between London and Brussels, yet much of the reporting on it has been reactive rather than explanatory. We launched Global Europe to slow the conversation down: to examine the treaties, trade flows, and diplomatic shifts that rarely make headlines but shape everyday life across the continent.
Our independence and funding model
We accept no money from political parties, governments, or corporate sponsors. Our editorial team operates independently, and our funding comes from reader support and non-restricted contributions. That model keeps our analysis honest and our priorities firmly with our readers.
What We Cover: From Brussels to Westminster and Beyond
Our coverage spans the full breadth of European and global affairs, with a particular focus on the themes below.
EU foreign policy and diplomacy
We track how Brussels builds consensus among 27 member states, from sanctions regimes to enlargement policy, and what those decisions mean for Europe’s global standing.
UK-EU relations post-Brexit
From the Northern Ireland Protocol to the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement, we examine how the new relationship is working in practice — and where it is under strain.
International trade and security
We analyse trade negotiations, supply chain resilience, and European security, including NATO’s evolving role and Europe’s response to shifting global threats. Key areas we follow include:
- EU trade agreements and their geopolitical consequences
- UK trade policy and its alignment with EU rules
- NATO defence commitments and burden-sharing debates
- Energy security and critical supply chains
Our Team and Editorial Approach
Our editorial team brings together analysts, journalists, and researchers with firsthand experience in Brussels, London, and beyond. We believe that proximity to the institutions we cover — and a healthy scepticism of official narratives — produces better journalism.
Who we are
Between us, we have worked in newsrooms, think tanks, and policy roles across Europe. That mix of backgrounds helps us bridge the gap between technical detail and plain English.
How we work: sources, fact-checking, and transparency
We prioritise primary sources, expert interviews, and data-driven insights. Every figure is checked, every claim is sourced, and opinion pieces are clearly labelled as such. When we get something wrong, we correct it openly.
FAQ
Is Global Europe politically affiliated?
No. We are fully independent and accept no funding from political parties, governments, or corporate sponsors.
Who writes your analysis?
Our editorial team of analysts, journalists, and researchers, many with direct experience in Brussels and Westminster.
Do you cover topics beyond the EU and UK?
Yes. While EU foreign policy and UK-EU relations are our core focus, we also cover international trade, European security, and wider global affairs.
How can I give feedback?
We welcome reader feedback and corrections. Reach out through our contact page — we read every message.
Global Europe exists to foster informed debate about the forces reshaping Europe’s place in the world. We invite you to read, question, and engage with our work — and to tell us where we can do better.