Europe

As the European Union continues to evolve as a hybrid of political integration and intergovernmental tension, understanding its internal mechanics and external ambitions is more critical than ever.

We view Europe as a paradox: unified by vision, but fragmented by interest. The continent balances supranational governance with national divergence, prosperity with scepticism, and economic openness with rising protectionism. From Brussels to the Balkans, the future of Europe is being rewritten not in manifestos, but in municipal elections, border crossings, and quiet trade negotiations.

At Stone Hill Group, we help clients navigate this shifting terrain. Whether you're assessing EU external action, tracking intra-European investment flows, or interpreting the diplomatic weight of this unique cultural soft power, our work cuts through abstraction to provide grounded, regionally sensitive analysis.

We place particular focus on:

• The EU’s evolving role in global partnerships, including with Africa and Asia

• Cross-border economic policy and regional development

• National-to-local political dynamics, especially in newer or transitional EU member states

• The Mediterranean frontier, where identity, migration, and maritime cooperation converge

Institutions may govern Europe, but its future is shaped by nuance. That’s where we come in.