The End of the Zeitenwende
This personal assessment challenges whether Germany’s Zeitenwende has achieved its goals. While it reflects the author’s views, not necessarily the view of all members of DGAP’s Action Group Zeitenwende, the debate continues. In the coming weeks, DGAP’s magazine Internationale Politik Quarterly will invite more experts to explore whether Germany’s Zeitenwende has failed or what it needs to succeed.
The Zeitenwende Is Here, It’s Just Unevenly Distributed
At first it meant a “historical shift” that happened to Germany, now the term "Zeitenwende" is widely used to describe the country’s much-needed foreign and security policy rethink. Much has changed already, but important questions remain open.
Climate and Environmental Security in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Why Germany’s New China Strategy Needs to Go Beyond Symbolism
Germany’s China policy was long shaped by the country’s economic interests and the illusion that engagement could help bring about change. Beijing’s more assertive foreign policy has led to an awakening in Berlin. But how far will the German government go in redefining its relations with China?
Boris Pistorius’ Budget Battle
Germany’s new defense minister has not set a foot wrong since taking over from Christine Lambrecht in January. However, it is the outcome of the current fight over the defense budget that will likely define his time in office.
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Ukraine: The Military and Political Path Forward
The panel looks at the recent Kursk incursion and its implications for Ukraine’s path forward – both militarily and politically. Russia has vowed revenge for the first invasion of Russian territory since the Second World War and is threatening to expand its war of aggression against Ukraine on multiple fronts.
