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Through its work, DGAP offers interdisciplinary expertise on the constantly changing facets of policy in national and international security, defense, and armaments.

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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. 

Author/s
John Austin
Dr. Kira Vinke
Dr. Claudia Schmucker
Commentary

Neun Monate Ukraine-Krieg

Langsam aber sicher wendet sich das Blatt
Author/s
Dr. Christian Mölling
Dr. András Rácz
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Events

Past events

12:30 - 14:00 | 29 Mar 2017

Banking Sector Reform in Ukraine

Valeria Gontareva, governor of the National Bank of Ukraine, spoke on March 29 at the DGAP about the current progress of reform in the Ukrainian banking sector and the challenges ahead.

Think Tank Event
Vortrag
Berlin
18:30 - 20:00 | 07 Mar 2017

Audio File: Moldova, the EU and the Struggle for Reforms

How Should the Eastern Partnership be Adjusted?

Moldova, the former frontrunner of European rapprochement, has become a main concern. Vested interests and deep-rooted corruption are the main obstacle to substantial reforms in the country’s political, social and economic spheres. The new president, Igor Dodon, even questions the effectiveness of the Association Agreement with the EU signed in 2016. He openly argues for the alternative: joining the Russia-sponsored Eurasian Union.

Program Event
Diskussion
Berlin
12:30 - 14:00 | 20 Feb 2017

The Trump Administration, Europe, and the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

Audio file of Alexander Vershbow in discussion with Olaf Böhnke, Stefan Meister, and Daniela Schwarzer

Former US ambassador Alexander “Sandy” Vershbow discussing security issues with Olaf Böhnke of Rasmussen Global and the DGAP’s Stefan Meister and Daniela Schwarzer, followed by an audio interview in our podcast series Perspectives.

Program Event
Diskussion

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