Entre a autonomia estratégica e a parceria transatlântica : a União Europeia e a Guerra da Ucrânia, 2022 a 2024

Abstract

This work examines the relationship between the European Union (EU) and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in the context of the EU's pursuit of strategic autonomy in security and defence. The analysis is conducted considering the history of transatlantic relations, NATO's role in collective security and the strategies adopted by the EU to achieve its strategic autonomy, as well as the consequence of the war in Ukraine being highlighted as a specific factor that exposes weaknesses and reinforces the need for a coordinated response between allies, intensifying the debate on the EU's strategic independence. Using a qualitative approach, which includes case studies, the study identifies points of convergence and divergence between EU and NATO security strategies. It is pointed out that, although the UE seeks its strategic autonomy, its partnership with NATO remains crucial for regional and global stability. However, persistent challenges, such as divergent interests and limited capabilities, highlight the complexity of this relationship.