Germany After the 2025 Federal Election
The 2025 Munich Security Conference underscored a pivotal shift in transatlantic relations: Europe must learn to stand more firmly on its own. With the outcome of Germany’s federal election, the country now faces a crucial test—shouldering greater security responsibilities beyond its traditional role as an economic powerhouse. In response, DGAP experts provide clear, actionable recommendations for how the new government can bolster Germany’s position in a world that is becoming increasingly fragmented.
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For the first time, the end of the EU is a realistic scenario. The foundations of integration are crumbling while centrifugal forces are reinforcing the disintegration.
Trump Is a Game Changer for Ukraine and European Security
US President Donald Trump’s overtures to Russia risk seeing not only Ukraine being handed over to Moscow, but the end of European security as we know it.
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Europe’s Turn: Insights from the Paris Defense and Strategy Forum
Germany will have to act swiftly with its European partners to address the US withdrawal from transatlantic security. Our guests share fresh insights from the Paris Defense and Strategy Forum hosted by President Emmanuel Macron from March 11 to 13. They also identify priorities for Franco-German relations.
