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Paths to the Future: Perspectives on Foreign Policy

On the 90th Birthday of Karl Kaiser

Karl Kaiser, one of the most influential figures in the history of DGAP, celebrated his 90th birthday on December 8. As its long-standing director, he transformed DGAP into Germany's leading think tank on foreign policy, leaving a profound legacy through his interdisciplinary approach to policy development. This Festschrift provides scholarly insights and strategic approaches to addressing contemporary foreign policy challenges. Download now!

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The different camps within Europe will need to come together and find ways to deal with Donald Trump in the White House.

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A Touch of Trumpism Reaches Germany’s Election Campaign

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How Europe Should Deal with Trump’s Oligarch-in-Chief

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As Donald Trump takes office again, tech billionaire Elon Musk will go from speaking for six companies to speaking for a $27 trillion economy. In response, Europe needs to concentrate on accumulating tech power.

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Dr. Valentin Weber
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Russia’s Axis of Autocrats

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As Russia continues its advances in Ukraine, China, Iran, and North Korea are playing increasingly pivotal roles in supporting Putin’s war and undermining Western sanctions.

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Jannik Hartmann
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