Berlin Observer
Critical notes on German foreign policy and a peek behind the curtain of a newly indispensable nation
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In Stormy Times, the CSU Turns to Anchor Centers
Bavaria’s ruling Christian Social Union (CSU) has unveiled new centralized migrant facilities it hopes will expedite the asylum process—and salvage its chances in a looming state poll.
Germany’s Other Problems
As the German government goes on summer break, many of the country’s most pressing issues have been neglected due to the row over migration. …
How Merkel Survived, Again
The German chancellor staved off a government collapse with an eleventh-hour deal to save her conservative bloc. But Angela Merkel’s power is waning.
Knock-On Effect
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and her Bavarian interior minister Horst Seehofer have reached a deal. But this migration fight isn’t over, not in Germany and not in the EU.
Germany’s Real LNG Strategy
Germany’s government has endorsed imports of liquid natural gas for the first time—but not because of Russia and Nord Stream 2.
Her Last Battle?
Three years after the peak of the refugee crisis, a simmering conflict over migration policy with Angela Merkel’s Bavarian sister party has turned into open warfare.
Maas: Europe Needs More Courage
Germany’s foreign minister delivered a much-anticipated speech on Europe this week. His answer to America first? Europe United.
Master of Her Domain
In her first-ever appearance in a Bundestag question-and-answer session, Angela Merkel didn’t break a sweat.
Mrs Merkel Goes to Washington, Again
German Chancellor Angela Merkel is visiting the White House with a bit of baggage.
Germany’s Deportation Dilemma
There is a growing debate in Germany over the possibility of deporting rejected asylum seekers back to war-torn Syria.
“We’re Building Technologies That Are, by Their Very Nature, Dual Use”
Toby Walsh discusses some of the risks artificial intelligence entails—including the possibility of an AI “arms race” —and what steps can be taken to mitigate them.
“Some Jobs Might Be Done Entirely by AI”
An interview on the future of work and how AI will reshape our societies.
The AI Revolution
There’s a lot of talk about AI’s potential—and a lot of worry about responsibility.
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.
Germany’s Diesel Dilemma
The “dieselgate” air pollution scandal leaves Berlin with fewer and fewer good options.
