Mr. Franco-German
With his Saarland background Germany’s new foreign minister Heiko Maas will bring a much-needed Franco-German instinct to the table.
Go GroKo
With Germany’s new government finally in sight, Europe breathes a sigh of relief. It may prove a short respite.
Close-Up: Olaf Scholz
The man from Hamburg is trim, self-confident, and highly ambitious—and he’s staying tight-lipped about his plans for the German finance ministry. His record as …
Good News for Europe
Germany’s prospective government promises EU reform, setting out ambitious goals.
Macron’s Serve
Reactions in Berlin to the French president’s proposals for EU reform have been muted – for now.
A Dangerous Claim
Polish demands for war reparations from Germany could undermine the post-1945 order.
East-West Conflict
The European Court of Justice’s ruling on relocating refugees deepens the rift within the EU.
Europe’s Power Shifts
One year on from the Brexit vote, the EU’s political landscape is profoundly changed.
Merkcron, a Dream Team?
Europe’s future hinges on relations between Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron.
The Spirits She Called
Frauke Petry, leader of the Alternative für Deutschland party, has lost out to the radicals.
More Bang or More Buck?
Germany’s Social Democrats are turning defense spending into an election issue.
Island of the Blessed
What to learn from Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s election as president of Germany.
