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Berlin Policy Journal

International affairs from the heart of Europe


Hungary’s populist premier Viktor Orbán not only drinks pálinka, but also uses it as a political tool. The robust brandy brings him closer to …


The EU-India “strategic partnership” is experiencing a revival, with a new focus on political, trade, and security issues. Brexit is a crucial factor as …


The geopolitical shift of power from the United States to China stems from the momentous transformation of energy policy. For Europe and Germany, engagement …

Red Herring & Black Swan: The Other Pivot to Asia

When European countries joined the Beijing-led Asia Infrastructure and Investment Bank against the White House’s wishes in 2015, they foreshadowed today‘s transatlantic trade rupture. …

Much has been written about Donald Trump ripping up the rules of world trade. Don’t believe the hype.


The next Arab Spring is just a matter of time.


Ever since Swedish band ABBA won in 1974, English has ruled supreme at the European Song Contest. This time might be different.


Viktor Orbán’s victory isn’t as clear-cut as it may seem.


With the May government deeply divided, it’s the remaining EU-27 who determine the make-up of the future EU-UK relationship.


Is the EU’s trade commissioner ready for a trade war?


Under German leadership solidarity in the EU has become conditional on structural reforms.


Berlin wants to move toward a more integrated European defense policy. Given the sorry state of the Bundeswehr, this sounds hollow.


Is Germany over-represented in European institutions?


High time for the elites in France and Germany to wrack their brains how to jointly take Europe forward.


Germany’s most experienced politician in European affairs of the state of the European Union and how to advance it.


The German government needs to forge compromises and build bridges. Stabilizing Europe is in its core interest.