After the Cold War, we are witnesses to the EU intentions in addressing security problems outside its borders. To perform its security function in an effective manner the EU should develop appropriate decision-making bodies as well as military capabilities. The purpose of these structures is to intervenein crises beyond the EU borders. At present, open issues exist as to the location and type of interventions the EU forces would conduct in the future. Such interventions are also heavily dependent on the willingness of its member states. Nevertheless, it is evident that in the future, the EU will complement its functions with security activities and its economic power with military power. This brings important consequences for the national security policies and military structures of the member states.
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