Following the collapse of Communism in eastern europe and the recent US response to the terrorist attacks of 11 september this volume of thoughtful essays assesses the new role that Europe can play in world affairs. It reflects on the 'wider loyalties' that European owes by virtue of the values for which it stands, partly shared and partly distinct from other major world actors. With an introduction by Chris Patten, EU Commisioner for External Affairs and a concluding statement by Kofi Annan, Secretary-General of the United nations, it surveys topics as diverse as defence and security, population movements, the role of the UN, the future of the Balkans, religion and conflict, the prospects for democracy, relations with the developing world and globalisation. The authors are drawn from diverse backgrounds, including politics and the civil service, academia and the diplomatic service. What unites them is their concern that the particular contribution that Europe can make to the global future should not be overlooked and underestimated. Marcus Braybrooke, Sir david Hannay, James Hutley, Andrew Marshall, Richard Mayne, Peter Pooley, Michael Quinlan and Professor Enid Wistrich all tackle their special subjects with extensive experience and profound insight. The volume is edited by David Barton, a former Chairman and martyn Bond, the present director of Federal Trust. With an introduction by Chris Patten, EU Commisioner for External Affairs and a concluding statement by Kofi Annan, Secretary-General of the United nations, it surveys topics as diverse as defence and security, population movements, the role of the UN, the future of the Balkans, religion and conflict, the prospects for democracy, relations with the developing world and globalisation. The authors are drawn from diverse backgrounds, including politics and the civil service, academia and the diplomatic service. What unites them is their concern that the particular contribution that Europe can make to the global future should not be overlooked and underestimated