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Paths to the Future: Perspectives on Foreign Policy

On the 90th Birthday of Karl Kaiser

Karl Kaiser, one of the most influential figures in the history of DGAP, celebrated his 90th birthday on December 8. As its long-standing director, he transformed DGAP into Germany's leading think tank on foreign policy, leaving a profound legacy through his interdisciplinary approach to policy development. This Festschrift provides scholarly insights and strategic approaches to addressing contemporary foreign policy challenges. Download now!

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Thomas Kleine-Brockhoff
Dr. Constanze Stelzenmüller
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Parliament Must Complete France’s Ballot Box Revolution

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The new Assemblée Nationale’s most important task is to adopt an electoral system based on proportional representation. Only then can France’s transition from a presidential to a parliamentary democracy succeed and the far right be kept in check.

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Joseph de Weck
Shahin Vallée
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How Europe Should React to Shifts in US Ukraine Policy

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Most European governments have gradually expanded their support, but Ukraine’s ability to defend itself continues to depend significantly on the United States. What could happen after the US elections? 

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Dr. Dominik Tolksdorf
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Germany’s Toxic Far Right

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Scandals have only dented, but not eroded support for Germany’s far-right Alternative für Deutschland. In September, the party could come close to political power at the regional level. The case for banning it is getting stronger.

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Dr. Henning Hoff
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Europa in einem historischen Jahrzehnt (mit Timothy Gardon Ash)

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