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Umrisse deutscher Außenpolitik
Outlines of German Foreign Policy

Author(s): Erhard Crome
Subject(s): International relations/trade, Security and defense, Military policy
Published by: Oficyna Wydawnicza KA AFM
Keywords: Germany; foreign policy; European Union; hegemony; Coronavirus pandemic

Summary/Abstract: Thirty years after the establishment of its state unity, Germany is again the central power of Europe, dominates the EU and has become a geo-economic power with global interests. The eastward expansion of the EU has moved Germany not only geographically but also in terms of power politics to the center of Europe. Military power has tended to become less important, while economic power has come to the fore. The political class of Germany wants to lead in Europe, but in a way that is aimed at the broadest possible support. The corona crisis does not affect all EU states equally, rather the previously existing imbalances are reproduced.

  • Issue Year: XLII/2021
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 59-71
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: German