Governmental Change and New Causal Ideas in Britain. Why ESDP Lifted Off in 1999

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The paper explores the emergence of a unified European security approach, specifically the European Security and Defence Policy (ESDP) in 1999, highlighting the pivotal role of the United Kingdom, which had previously resisted European security integration. It analyzes shifts in British domestic politics as key factors influencing changes in UK foreign policy, emphasizing the impact of the Kosovo crisis as a catalyst. Additionally, the study considers the significance of government changes, epistemic communities, and evolving ideas in shaping this transformation.