Date of Graduation
Spring 2008
Degree
Master of Science in Defense and Strategic Studies
Department
Defense and Strategic Studies
Committee Chair
Bradley Thayer
Abstract
This study proposes a conceptual formula for the division of labor between the European Union and NATO. It argues that there is a current lack of effective cooperation between the two organizations. This is illustrated by examining current formal and operational cooperation. NATO and the European Union should strive for further cooperation due to the numerous threats to security. Neither organization can address all of the threats on its own. The formula proposed is based on each organization's comparative advantage in capabilities and geographical concentration. By emphasizing the distinct advantages of NATO and the European Union, this study highlights how combining the capabilities provides a more effective cooperation. This study concentrates on creating cooperation in crisis management, but it also discusses how the formula can be applied to more complex security situations such as combating terrorism and Russia.
Keywords
European Union, NATO, cooperation, division of labor, international security issues
Subject Categories
Defense and Security Studies
Copyright
© Meghan Ann Maloney
Recommended Citation
Maloney, Meghan Ann, "Comparative Advantage: Creating Cooperation Between NATO and the European Union" (2008). MSU Graduate Theses. 1435.
https://bearworks.missouristate.edu/theses/1435
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