The Globalist

Why are Germans so enamored with their trade surpluses? When will they see it is against their own, well-understood self-interest?

Germany is not just a core member of the EU, it is the core member. Being the EU’s biggest asset also means it is its Achilles heel.

In 2017, German Chancellor Merkel will assume the helm of her troubled country – for the fourth time. Unless she decides not to run.

Trade flows in agricultural products and the high-stakes games of international sanctions.

Does Germany’s Chancellor really not understand the cynical ways in which Turkey’s President plays her? Is it naiveté – or appeasement?

What do European citizens and politicians need to think about after the British vote?

U.S. history holds a lesson for Europe: Integration moves in waves.

Germany will have to change its policies if it wants to avoid exit of other countries from the union.

What does the balance of power in the EU shifting towards Germany really mean?

China badly trails its G-20 peers on guaranteeing a free media.