The newest EU Policy Video in the series, “Canada-EU Economic Security Cooperation in an Era of Geoeconomic Tension”, is an interview with Dr. Wolfgang Alschner (University of Ottawa), Dr. Patrick Leblond (University of Ottawa) and Dr. Philipp Reinhold (Europa-Institut of Saarland University, Germany). In this recorded interview, these research experts provide insights into the importance of Canada’s continuing development of a comprehensive economic security strategy.
Drawing upon the research in their most recently published paper, “Canada-EU Economic Security Cooperation in an Era of Geoeconomic Tension: Strong Foundations to Build On”, each scholar discusses key elements of navigating an increasingly fragmented global economy where economic security cuts across many areas of government policy, from critical infrastructure and cybersecurity to the impact on businesses and global supply chains. They discuss how Canada and the EU can coordinate economic security together and offer key recommendations to strengthening Canadian economic security.
The interview is based upon the research report by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, March 2026.
The Centre for European Studies Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence at Carleton University organized this interview as part of the EU Policy Video Series. Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence activities are co-funded by the European Union and by Carleton University.
Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or Carleton University. Neither the European Union nor Carleton University can be held responsible for them.