André Beaufre, NATO, and Europe: When Legal Loopholes Become Strategic Levers

This article explores how legal gaps within NATO and the EU can be exploited as strategic levers. Drawing on André Beaufre’s work, it analyzes how these loopholes influence power dynamics and geopolitical decisions in Europe.

 

Between the Decline of Multilateralism, Ad Hoc Coalitions, and Security Outsourcing: A Saturated and Fragmented African Landscape

Africa faces an increasingly complex security landscape, marked by the decline of multilateralism, the rise of temporary coalitions, and the outsourcing of security. This article examines how these trends affect regional stability and the ability of African states to respond to crises.

 

China’s Footprint Abroad

China is expanding its influence abroad through economic investments, strategic partnerships, and diplomatic initiatives. This article analyzes the mechanisms of this expansion and its implications for global geopolitical balances.

 

Iran Facing the Recomposition of Its Regional Environment: Between Regime Survival and Strategic Adaptation

Iran must adapt to a rapidly changing regional environment, marked by tensions with Israel, the United States, and Gulf countries. This article explores Tehran’s strategies to ensure political survival and strengthen its regional influence.

 

Stability Under Pressure: A Pakistani Perspective on Nuclear Deterrence After 2024

Pakistan faces growing challenges in nuclear deterrence amid regional tensions and an arms race. This article offers a Pakistani perspective on stability issues and strategies to maintain a fragile balance.

 

The Cockroach People’s Party: The New Face of India’s Protesting Youth

In India, a new form of protest is emerging with the Cockroach People’s Party, a movement driven by youth seeking social justice and political representation. This article analyzes the origins and implications of this phenomenon for Indian democracy.

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Canada and Japan’s Defence Industrial Moment

Canada and Japan are strengthening their defense industrial cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific. This article examines the opportunities and challenges of this partnership for both countries.

 

A Claim to Lead, a Hesitation to Act: Germany’s New Military Strategy

Germany is adopting an ambitious new military strategy, but its implementation remains uncertain. This article analyzes the contradictions between Germany’s aspirations to lead in Europe and its hesitation to act decisively.

 

Too Big to Break (Again): India, Italy, and the Defense Partnership That Almost Wasn’t

India and Italy nearly sealed a major defense partnership, but political and bureaucratic obstacles almost derailed the project. This article traces the negotiations and the lessons to be learned for future collaborations.

 

Collimateur – 06/19/26

This edition of Collimateur provides an analysis of recent strategic and geopolitical news, focusing on military dynamics, international tensions, and technological developments in defense.