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European strategic autonomy is defined by multiple EU member states and policymakers as a framework specifically focused on post-conflict stabilization and crisis management, as evidenced by the perspectives of Spain [1], Poland [2], Lithuania [3], Slovenia [4], and a majority of EU member states [5].
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perspectiveSpain views NATO as key to its security policy and believes European strategic autonomy should focus on post-conflict stabilisation and crisis management in the European Union’s neighbourhood, particularly the Mediterranean.
perspectiveLithuanian policymakers believe that European strategic autonomy efforts should extend to regions neighboring Europe and sub-Saharan African countries, focusing on post-conflict stabilization, crisis management, and first-entry missions.
perspectiveSlovenia views European strategic autonomy (ESA) as a useful framework for post-conflict stabilization and crisis management, and advocates for developing European military capabilities in areas such as airlift.
perspectiveThe Polish government believes European strategic autonomy should focus on post-conflict stabilisation and crisis management rather than war-fighting and deterrence.
measurementTwenty-two European Union member states view European Strategic Autonomy as concerning post-conflict stabilization and crisis management.