Correspondent's Video Analysis: These Xi Words Reveal Why China Courts Europe
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz concluded an official visit to China amidst ongoing diplomatic tensions, forging deals while courting stronger ties.
The European Union must not bluff about Ukraine's membership
The article discusses the challenges and implications of Ukraine's potential membership in the European Union, emphasizing that the EU must take concrete steps rather than continue with vague promises.
Germany's Chancellor Re-elected as Party Leader
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz was re-elected as the leader of the CDU party with an overwhelming majority of votes from delegates at the party's national convention.
China-Germany ties ahead of Merz’s visit
The article discusses the state of diplomatic relations between China and Germany in light of an upcoming visit by German politician Friedrich Merz.
Debating the New World Order at the Munich Security Conference
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the old world order is gone, replaced by a more unstable environment characterized by great power competition and a focus on national interests.
Defense Policy: The EU Needs a Plan B
The article discusses the necessity for the EU to rethink its defense strategies in light of potentially being unable to rely on the USA, proposing that it starts with a suggestion from Angela Merkel rather than a European army.