Europe’s steel umbrella has holes
Europe is rearming fast, but weapons are only the visible score. The real test is whether it can protect the signals, supply chains and seabed infrastructure that make deterrence work.
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The Strategy League: Is post-Brexit Britain more influential?
Britain retained much of its international influence after Brexit, but the evidence suggests its economic, social and institutional foundations have become less effective, making future leadership depend on reform rather than reputation alone.
Did Brexit help Britain master globalisation — or retreat from it?
Britain remains the most globalised country in the league, but Brexit appears to have preserved an inherited advantage rather than creating the more outward-looking nation that was promised.
What is Diplomatic Power?
Diplomatic power is the captaincy of your grand strategy, leading your team on and off the pitch, building alliances, and ensuring cohesion. In football, the captain embodies the voice of the manager, forging relationships with referees, motivating teammates.
What is Economic Power?
Economic power is your midfield general, the player who dictates the game and keeps the team running. It's the lifeblood of your grand strategy, representing 40% of the League of Nations and tying together the seven revolutions of Smart Power: military, economic.
What is Energy Power?
"Energy power is the stamina and fitness of your grand strategy, the fuel that keeps your team performing at its peak throughout the match. Just as a football team cannot compete without well-conditioned players, a state cannot thrive without reliable, sustainable.
What is Military Power?
Military power is the defensive backbone and counter-attacking force of your grand strategy, crucial for protecting sovereignty and projecting influence. Just as a football team cannot dominate without a solid defence and the ability to counterattack, a state cannot secure its position.