The Dangers and Inanity of (Euro-) Nationalism: From Communitarianism to Cosmopolitanism

The Royal Institute for International Relations is an independent think-tank based in Brussels. Its interdisciplinary research is conducted in a spirit of total academic freedom. Drawing on the expertise of its own research fellows, as well as that of external specialists, both Belgian and foreign, it provides analysis and policy options that are meant to be as operational as possible.The following paper contests the vision that in times of multifaceted crisis, nationalism is both natural and indispensable if we are to have viable political and social institutions that meet the needs and preferences of all citizens.