The experts of the DGAP Research Institute summarize their findings and recommendations on various foreign policy issues in four publication formats – memos, policy briefs, analyses, and reports. Ranging in length from concise to more detailed, all are available free of charge below. Enjoy!
As Bosnia Votes, Western Consensus Is Broken
Why Germany Should Not De-risk from France
Germany is asking itself whether it can continue to trust France if the far-right Marine Le Pen is elected president next spring. But that is the wrong question.
Deterrence Is Now Key. But Don’t Forget About Arms Control
The Europeans should offer their expertise in setting up channels of communication and other arms-control measures to their Indo-Pacific partners. Such know-how may become useful sooner rather than later.
The AfD Wins Again, but Merz Clings On
Germany’s far right has had another strong showing in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, with the chancellor’s CDU failing to enter the parliament. Without a challenger ready to pounce, however, Merz is likely to stay in office—for now.
Canada’s “Associate EU Membership”: What’s in a Name?
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has offered Canada an “associate EU membership.” While the precise meaning is elusive, there is great potential for closer cooperation.
