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Analyses | | Anna Kwiatkowska

The SPD convention green light given to coalition talks with the Christian Democrats

On 7th – 9th December the SPD held its convention in Berlin. Delegates reelected Martin Schulz as the party’s leader (with support at 82%). 
Analyses | | Anna Kwiatkowska

Merkel in Washington a cool reception

… Merkel was faced with a new approach towards Germany by an American administration. The intention of … only rhetorically so far, is to reduce the role of Germany and force changes in its policy. The US President portrayed Germany not as the most important ally of the United States …
Analyses | | Anna Kwiatkowska

Germany the SPD has a stronger influence on foreign policy

… be elected president of the Federal Republic of Germany by the Federal Assembly on 12 February. Brigitte … operation to him. In turn, Schulz, who does not have any function in the cabinet, will feel free both when … Merkel and when proposing an alternative view of Germany’s foreign policy. Gabriel, already as the minister …
Analyses | | Anna Kwiatkowska, Wojciech Konończuk

German reactions to the US Senates decisions to pass new sanctions on Russia

… Russia). Furthermore, the sanctions will be imposed on any foreign firms which make major investments in … stance of Gazprom, which was disadvantageous to Germany. Marieluise Beck (The Green Party) also accused … The statement from representatives of Austria and Germany is unprecedented and has a very harsh and emotional …