Three problems with the EU’s external action service — and a radical solution

The EU’s external action service faces significant challenges in asserting its influence as national leaders increasingly dominate foreign policy. With the high representative having a weak role in the European Council, the president of the European Commission often steps into the spotlight. This shift highlights a need for reform in how the EU approaches external relations. A radical solution proposed could streamline the EU’s diplomatic efforts by consolidating leadership, potentially making it more effective in navigating global affairs.