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Europe's geo-economic power, internet platform governance, making the green deal work, fighting antisemitism in Europe and responding to climate-related security risks. These issues and more are covered in December's Think Tank Review.

Among the new additions to the Council Library, you will find a study about the evolution of the European Council since the Lisbon Treaty, a book on EU incentives to protect the environment, a book on negotiation behaviour in the endgame, and many more.

Ahead of the European Council discussion of 12/13 December on the 2021-2027 multi-annual financial framework (MFF), this special issue of the Think Tank Review compiles all publications from May 2018 to November 2019, published in the monthly editions of the TTR.

This book covers the past, present, and future of European space policy. It looks at the opportunities and challenges of space policy and how the field can contribute to European integration.

15 years on from the Eastern enlargement, keeping the single market front and centre, the Malta declaration and the global wave of protests are just some of the topics covered in the November Think Tank Review.

The Treaty of Lisbon entered into force on 1 December 2009. To mark its 10th anniversary, the Council has put together a list of reading suggestions, including an online interactive story. Together, they offer a real insight into the history of the treaty and its subsequent impact on EU law, policies and institutions. Delve into our fascinating selection!

The study, commissioned by the European Parliament, analyses the parliamentary nature of the Council of the European Union, as well as the European Council, as regards their structure, working methods, and transparency.

Find out about the newest additions to the Council Library collection, including books and papers on the EU’s strategy, its relationship with great powers and with NATO, and various other subjects.

With the rise of malicious cyber activities, cyber security is a critical issue for citizens and institutions. To raise more awareness of the issue, the Council Library has compiled a reading list on cybersecurity law and policy.

Ursula von der Leyen's geopolitical Commission, euro area reform issues, social policies to be put again in the heart of the European project, and the EU/Mercosur free trade agreement are amongst the topics covered in the October Think Tank Review.