Feasibility of European strategic autonomy and implications for U.S. allies in the Indo-Pacific
► Europe’s Strategic Autonomy is Strengthening: European nations are increasing defense spending, reducing energy dependence on Russia, and pursuing economic de-risking from China, primarily through NATO and EU frameworks.► Limited European Military Role in Indo-Pacific Crises: In the event of a China-led escalation in the Indo-Pacific, Europe is unlikely to provide significant military supp...
By
Jakub Janda [Director, European Values Centre for Security Policy]
June 25, 2025