| Author (Corporate) | European Union Institute for Security Studies |
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| Series Title | EUISS Brief |
| Series Details | No.40, November 2013 |
| Publication Date | November 2013 |
| Content Type | Journal | Series | Blog |
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The EU Battlegroups (BGs) reached full operational capability on 1 January 2007. However, they have never been deployed since, raising serious doubts about the viability of the overall initiative. This brief examines how, if the EU member states really want the Battlegroups to be Europe’s flagship military rapid response tool, they may have to address the challenges that continue to plague the BGs’ credibility and effectiveness. |
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| Source Link | https://publications.europa.eu/s/dfqr |
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| Subject Categories | Security and Defence |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
