Europeans will now decide what Europe will be
The answer for European countries in the age of Trump lies in genuine integration of territorial defence
The answer for European countries in the age of Trump lies in genuine integration of territorial defence
The German government is to step up its efforts to keep Europeans together
Domestic concerns over migration have sharpened Berlin's interest in Africa
The roadmap agreed at Bratislava bears the hallmarks of Angela Merkel's pragmatic approach to consensus-building
As much as Berlin would like to prevent negotiations with the UK turning sour, it is hard to envisage any other outcome
Europe needs to deliver on its strengths rather than on some people’s dreams. And it must stick to its principles in its negotiations with London while also delivering a new deal with the UK that will be palatable to European business interests.
The EU debate in Berlin has moved on to one that is more instrumental, aiming to work out what the Union can contribute to protect and empower Europe’s citizens to continue their lives in freedom, security, and prosperity.
For now, Germany can live with the results of the NATO summit in Warsaw. But if Germany's allies want an engaged partner on defence matters, they will need to engage in active public diplomacy to avoid German retrenchment.
When it comes to the building of Europe, Britain is out. In fact, London had checked out years ago, but there is no denying it any longer.
The Brexit vote has turned Berlin into a hive of activity