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It’s Macron vs. the Extremists’ Nihilism

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The far right and the far left want to throw France into chaos to force President Emmanuel Macron to resign. But they are unlikely to get their way, at least for now.

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Joseph de Weck
IPQ
Pariscope
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Germany Needs to Move Beyond Black-and-White Thinking on Escalation Risks

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German politicians need to conduct a more nuanced debate about the risks that Russia might opt for more escalation over the West's support for Ukraine. Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his political rival Friedrich Merz should address their blind spots.

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Thorsten Benner
IPQ
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The Indo-Pacific and its Emergence as a Global Powerhouse

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Power politics, fear of war, world trade, and booming economies: The Indo-Pacific is increasingly becoming a global powerhouse. The strategic constellation of the greater region is conflict-laden—and a major challenge for Europe.

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Marc Saxer
IPQ
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Germany’s Last Chance to Redefine Its Role in Europe

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The coming election campaign in Germany is expected to focus on domestic issues. Whether the country is really prepared to play a greater leadership role in Europe, especially when it comes to Ukraine, remains an open question.

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Stefan Meister
IPQ
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The Underwhelming Scholz Government Meets an Untimely End

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The break-up of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’ coalition government was expected, but is still taking place at an extremely critical time. Its successor will have to set clearer priorities—and find greater fiscal space.

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Henning Hoff
IPQ
Berlin Cable
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Germany and the Epicenter of the Global Reordering

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In the Indo-Pacific region, the outlines are emerging of a world that poses a profound challenge to Germany and Europe—but also offers opportunities for a course correction.

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Bernhard Bartsch
Mikko Huotari
IPQ
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What Feminist Foreign Policy Alliances Should Deliver in Times of Crisis

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Rather than congratulating themselves for simply adopting a feminist foreign policy, countries should focus on how it can serve as a practical tool for responding to crises and addressing threats to human security—such as the current war in Gaza.

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Leonie Stamm
IPQ
Feminist Foreign Policy and Beyond
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Asia as the New Center of Geopolitics

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Asia’s rise is the story of a region becoming the center of geopolitics for the 21st century. Asian security, economic, technological, and ecological dynamics will define global affairs. There is a chance for Europe to engage more deeply with the region.

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Evan Medeiros
IPQ
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A New Era for the Germany-India Partnership

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Germany has left its China-centric approach to Asia behind. As German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his ministers arrive in India, Berlin and New Delhi are in the middle of forging a new, ambitious agenda. 

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Garima Mohan
IPQ
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“Tomorrow Russia Will Demand Even More”

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Europe must become stronger within the framework of NATO and the European Union—militarily, but also economically. This is the only way it can stand up to Vladimir Putin’s aggressive Russia, says Finland's Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen.

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Elina Valtonen
IPQ
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Waiting for Christian

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The pro-business Free Democrats are likely to leave the government early. It may be party leader—and finance minister—Christian Lindner’s last consequential mistake for a while.

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Henning Hoff
IPQ
Berlin Cable
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