The Digital Environment and Small States in Europe: Challenges, Threats, and Opportunities

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Viktorija Car (University of Split, Croatia.) Marta Zorko (University of Zagreb, Croatia.)

The Digital Environment and Small States in Europe

Challenges, Threats, and Opportunities

Viktorija Car (University of Split, Croatia.), Marta Zorko (University of Zagreb, Croatia.)

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Routledge
25 July 2025

Political structure & processes; International relations; Legal aspects of computing; Computer security; Computer science

Series: Small State Studies

The Digital Environment and Small States in Europe delves into how the digital revolution intersects with global security dynamics and reshapes the geopolitical landscape. It sheds light on the geopolitical complexities inherent in the border regions of the European continent and proposes frameworks to better understand and engage with small state dynamics in international affairs.

At the heart of this book is an examination of the transformative power of digitalization and virtualization, particularly pronounced in the context of small states. Traditionally, power was synonymous with territorial control, but in today’s world, influence extends into the virtual realm. Small states, despite their physical limitations, can leverage this virtual extension of territory to their advantage. However, realizing and strategically utilizing these advantages are essential for capitalizing on the opportunities presented. Conversely, small states lacking digital capabilities find themselves increasingly vulnerable in the virtual sphere, facing heightened security threats and challenges. Through a series of theoretical and case study-based chapters, this book offers insights into the strategies employed by small states to navigate these complexities and assert their influence on the global stage. Key themes explored include the impact of digitalization on geopolitical dynamics, the role of cybersecurity in safeguarding national interests, and the emergence of digital diplomacy as a tool for statecraft.

The Digital Environment and Small States in Europe will be of great interest to scholars and students of international relations, geopolitics, and political science, as well as security, media, and communication studies. Additionally, policymakers and analysts involved in foreign policy and security affairs may find valuable insights in the book’s exploration of small state strategies and vulnerabilities.

Edited by: Viktorija Car (University of Split Croatia.), Marta Zorko (University of Zagreb, Croatia.)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781032972343
ISBN 10: 1032972343
Series: Small State Studies
Pages: 242
Publication Date: 25 July 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Viktorija Car, PhD, is Full Professor and Head of Communication and Media Studies at the University of Split. The focus of her scientific research includes digital media and society, digital activism, visual culture and visual media, media narratives, media and gender, and minority studies. Marta Zorko, PhD, is Full Professor at Faculty of Political Science, University of Zagreb, and Head of the undergraduate program Military Leadership and Management. Her scientific interest is oriented towards political geography, geopolitics, and border studies with a strong emphasis on concepts of territoriality and space/place creation.