This paper analyses the co-operation activities of small Austrian firms with the CEEC and compares them to those of … larger firms. Small firms are less likely to engage in cross-border co-operation than larger firms, more likely to co …-operate in ownership based forms of co-operation but less likely to engage in production or sales activities. Finally, small …

Public debate about energy relations between the EU and Russia is distorted. These distortions present considerable … demand. Diverse interests inside the EU prevent the definition of a coherent and respected energy policy. Russia, for its … instead of damaging it. Stable cooperation would need the acceptance that the partner may pursue his own goals, which might be …