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Safeguarding ­International Climate ­Protection Against the Trump Agenda

What Germany and the EU Can Do Now

International climate protection is in trouble. A second Trump presidency will derail US climate leadership, leading to a withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and reducing international climate finance. Therefore, the EU and Germany must step up, leading by expanding green tech development and strengthening partnerships with key global players. In the US, local and non-state actors could still drive progress, offering a path forward for climate action despite federal setbacks.

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Dr. Kira Vinke
Tim Bosch
Loyle Campbell
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Germany’s Last Chance to Redefine Its Role in Europe

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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.

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Dr. Stefan Meister
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The Underwhelming Scholz Government Meets an Untimely End

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The break-up of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’ coalition government was expected, but is still taking place at an extremely critical time. Its successor will have to set clearer priorities—and find greater fiscal space.

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Dr. Henning Hoff
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