It was stated in this expert roundtable on “New Horizons in the Eastern Mediterranean: Competing Interests and Power Dynamics” that the European Union (EU) finds itself at a crossroads in grappling with the complexities of the East Mediterranean, confronted with the daunting task of crafting a cohesive and sustainable long-term policy. For the experts of this session, the post-Brexit era has witnessed a noticeable shift in the EU’s approach, moving away from a strategic stance to one more tactical in nature. This transition has introduced challenges, notably in terms of cohesiveness, as the EU navigates the intricacies of the East Med.