'The forms of power exercised by the EU in its relationships with third countries are a chronically underexplored activity directly addressed by this volume. The case studies of aid policy as a form of EU structural power contained in this book are a highly original contribution that greatly enriches our understanding of Europes global role.' Richard G. Whitman, University of Bath, UK 'Patrick Holden's book offers a useful contribution to what, until recently, has been the neglected area of EU aid policy. It provides a comprehensive review of the EU's external assistance and places it within the context of international relations and political theory. It throws particular light on the continuing debate about the relationship between the EU's development commitments and foreign policy objectives.' Stephen Dearden, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK 'This contribution provides a complete review of the Union's financial assistance towards third countries. Overall, the book is both well written and clear, and constitutes a valuable contribution to the scholarly knowledge on the Union's global role. It is not only a recommended read for academics, but also for students and interested readers.' European Foreign Affairs Review The book brings a substantial contribution to EU studies by providing a comprehensive analysis of EU aid policy and its implications for foreign policy. As well, Holdens work offers us a systematic understanding of the European Commissions engagement in several developing areas of the world in a comparative perspective. Journal of Common Market Studies '... this is an important, exceptionally well researched and insightful book. Holden has made an important contribution to our understanding of the EUs aid policy and its evolving role in shaping the nature of globalisation.' Political Geography This book is about much more than EU aid policy and touches upon broad themes of international political economy as well as Eur
