Now More Than Ever – Democratic Leaders Need to Stick Together
As global tensions rise, Germany has a crucial role in leading democratic nations toward stronger alliances. In the face of rising global authoritarianism, democratic leaders must work to strengthen their relationships, especially if, as seems likely, US leadership diminishes. Through “allyshoring” – building economic ties with like-minded nations – Germany could strengthen its economic and political influence. This would serve not only to safeguard democratic values but also to counteract the growing influence of China and Russia.
Safeguarding International Climate Protection Against the Trump Agenda
Eine »Friedensmission«, die der Kapitulation den Weg ebnen soll
Letzter Warnschuss
Germany’s Last Chance to Redefine Its Role in Europe
The coming election campaign in Germany is expected to focus on domestic issues. Whether the country is really prepared to play a greater leadership role in Europe, especially when it comes to Ukraine, remains an open question.
Neu in der Mediathek
EU Enlargement: Strategic Outlook and Challenges for 2025
While President Ursula von der Leyen’s mission letters for her new team of Commissioners underscored “EU enlargement as a geopolitical imperative,” the 2024 Enlargement Package took a low-key, business-as-usual approach. Arguably, the European Parliament’s hearing of the Commissioner-designate for Enlargement, Marta Kos, demonstrated a similar lack of resolve.
