ABSTRACT
Western Europe is far behind the United States in the high technology revolution. Between the United States and Western Europe there are profound differences of attitude toward the Soviet Union and in the interpretation and expectation of detente. The malaise derives from fundamental differences and doubts about economic and security issues. The West Europeans point out that they have been less inclined to have their attention diverted from central East-West issues by peripheral conflicts like Central America, and that throughout the years they have been steadier in support of Western defense than the United States. All of the considerations have led some Europeans to ponder a more Eurocentric approach to economic and security policy. The common values we share are stronger than the differences that may threaten to divide us. The United States and Europe need each other; the Pacific cannot replace the political, strategic, and economic concept of the transatlantic partnership and cooperation.
