German Council on Foreign Relations

Germany After the 2025 Federal Election

A New Role in Europe, New Responsibility in the World

The 2025 Munich Security Conference underscored a pivotal shift in transatlantic relations: Europe must learn to stand more firmly on its own. With the outcome of Germany’s federal election, the country now faces a crucial test—shouldering greater security responsibilities beyond its traditional role as an economic powerhouse. In response, DGAP experts provide clear, actionable recommendations for how the new government can bolster Germany’s position in a world that is becoming increasingly fragmented.

Author/s
Thomas Kleine-Brockhoff
Dr. Stefan Meister
Dr. Aylin Matlé
et al.

The AI Election Year

How to Counter the Impact of Artificial Intelligence
Author/s
Dr. Katja Muñoz
Memo

Trump-Proofing Europe

How the Continent Can Prepare for American Abandonment
Author/s
Prof. Dr. Guntram Wolff
Camille Grand
Arancha González Laya
et al.
External Publications

On the Wrong Track

The German government has straightjacketed itself by a return to the “debt brake,” pursuing a stringent fiscal policy at a time when the country is trying to fight its way of out a recession. Two of three ruling parties think the approach is wrongheaded.

Author/s
Dr. Henning Hoff
IPQ
Berlin Cable
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Europe’s Turn: Insights from the Paris Defense and Strategy Forum

DGAP's Morning Briefing

Germany will have to act swiftly with its European partners to address the US withdrawal from transatlantic security. Our guests share fresh insights from the Paris Defense and Strategy Forum hosted by President Emmanuel Macron from March 11 to 13. They also identify priorities for Franco-German relations.

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