…the book is impressive in its research on the 'zone of twilight' between trade, foreign policy and defence. It is both well-written and clearly structured and makes use of the relevant England and French literature published on this subject.

Andrea Ott, Yearbook of European Law

The clarity of the descriptions of the subject areas...and the depth of analysis of the constitutional implications of legal regulation within the interrelated areas of EU trade and foreign and security policy make it a valuable tool and a necessary read for anyone interested in such issues.

Rachel Barnes, The Cambridge Law Journal

...solid account examining the European Court of Justice...fine example of the new EC scholarship that ought to be read by those interested in comparative legal studies or in the politics of Europe.

David Schultz, The Law and Politics Book Review

Dr Koutrakos provides a convincing discussion of a crucial constitutional problem: the interaction between the first and second pillars of the EU. The discussion is based on a thorough and detailed analysis of the specific fields of law involved. His proposed solutions are equally convincing.
The strength of the book is the fact that the legal analysis is put into its historical, economic and political context, facilitating the reader's understanding of the constitutional problems involved.
As far as sanctions and dual-use goods are concerned, the book represents the most comprehensive analysis published in English so far. As the subject-matter is of increasing importance, Dr Koutrakos' analysis is welcomed as a timely contribution to the constitutional debate, filling a gap in the library of every European lawyer.

Martin Trybus, University of Nottingham, European Public Law