Why Merkel’s Foreign Policy For Eastern Europe Is Failing
Article: 23 September 2014 - Social Europe Journal. The fragile cease-fire in eastern Ukraine provides an opportunity for political leaders to reflect on how we arrived at this dangerous place of Cold War-like tensions between Russia, Europe and the United States.
Article: 23 September 2014 - Social Europe Journal. The fragile cease-fire in eastern Ukraine provides an opportunity for political leaders to reflect on how we arrived at this dangerous place of Cold War-like tensions between Russia, Europe and the United States.
Merkel’s flawed vision for Europe, Ukraine-Russia and beyond
Posted: 13 April 2014 - Al Jazeera. Germany has been led by eight chancellors since 1949, and Frau Merkel is the first German leader since World War II who appears to have no grand plan for how to pull Europeans closer together, or to further Europeanize Germany.
Posted: 13 April 2014 - Al Jazeera. Germany has been led by eight chancellors since 1949, and Frau Merkel is the first German leader since World War II who appears to have no grand plan for how to pull Europeans closer together, or to further Europeanize Germany.
Merkel’s Shaky Europe
Article: 3 April 2014 - IP/IP Journal (Berlin). The Ukraine crisis points out the continent’s weaknesses — made in Germany. Until now, German Chancellor Angela Merkel has weathered the euro crisis well enough. But the Russian annexation of Crimea illustrates the fragile state in which the old continent still finds itself. This is largely the result of Merkel’s lack of vision when it comes to European policies. Her new SPD coalition partners are unlikely to change this.
Article: 3 April 2014 - IP/IP Journal (Berlin). The Ukraine crisis points out the continent’s weaknesses — made in Germany. Until now, German Chancellor Angela Merkel has weathered the euro crisis well enough. But the Russian annexation of Crimea illustrates the fragile state in which the old continent still finds itself. This is largely the result of Merkel’s lack of vision when it comes to European policies. Her new SPD coalition partners are unlikely to change this.
A New Growth Bloc Against Germany's Flawed Leadership
Article: 17 December 2013 - Social Europe Journal. What does the German Grand Coalition have to offer Europe? Not much.I have been carefully reading and weighing all the commentary regarding Germany’s Große Koalition (or GroKo) agreement, and it’s clear that the coalition agreement can be read as a testament to the current state of German bipartisan philosophy... “Call us only in an emergency. And even then, we will do as little as necessary."
Article: 17 December 2013 - Social Europe Journal. What does the German Grand Coalition have to offer Europe? Not much.I have been carefully reading and weighing all the commentary regarding Germany’s Große Koalition (or GroKo) agreement, and it’s clear that the coalition agreement can be read as a testament to the current state of German bipartisan philosophy... “Call us only in an emergency. And even then, we will do as little as necessary."
Change Tack or Hit the Rocks: Merkel’s Leadership Faces Strong Headwinds
Article: June 2012 - German Times. German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in danger of being overtaken by a surging tide of events. In the face of the storm known as the eurozone crisis, she has been a cautious yet steady pilot, ably keeping the German ship afloat in rough seas. But recently the winds have shifted and Mrs. Merkel is failing to tack so that her sails can catch the new headwinds.
Article: June 2012 - German Times. German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in danger of being overtaken by a surging tide of events. In the face of the storm known as the eurozone crisis, she has been a cautious yet steady pilot, ably keeping the German ship afloat in rough seas. But recently the winds have shifted and Mrs. Merkel is failing to tack so that her sails can catch the new headwinds.
Europe’s Rough Seas: Angela Merkel is piloting in dangerous waters
Article: 22 June 2012 - Social Europe Journal. Chancellor Angela Merkel's long-term vision of Europe is valid, but does she have the ability to overcome the immediate obstacles Europe faces? Now, she needs to make her case to the German people for “more Europe”! After all, Germany has profited as much, if not more, from the eurozone than any other state.
Article: 22 June 2012 - Social Europe Journal. Chancellor Angela Merkel's long-term vision of Europe is valid, but does she have the ability to overcome the immediate obstacles Europe faces? Now, she needs to make her case to the German people for “more Europe”! After all, Germany has profited as much, if not more, from the eurozone than any other state.
Germany’s Next Steps: Can You Say “Transfer Union”?
Article: 3 April 2012 - IP Journal (Berlin). Europe and Greece are out of the immediate headlines for the first time in months, the financial markets apparently soothed. While the calm is likely only temporary, it’s a good time to take stock of where Europe is heading.
Article: 3 April 2012 - IP Journal (Berlin). Europe and Greece are out of the immediate headlines for the first time in months, the financial markets apparently soothed. While the calm is likely only temporary, it’s a good time to take stock of where Europe is heading.
Economic Powerhouse Germany
Article: 22 February 2011 – IP Global. High-tech niche ascendency and economic democracy propel Europe's export star, Germany. It's undeniable that today’s Germany is a huge economic success story. In spite of the world economic crisis, the unemployment rate is at its lowest in 20 years, it remains the world's fourth largest economy and is one of the world’s largest exporters. Germans also boast an enviable standard of living.
Article: 22 February 2011 – IP Global. High-tech niche ascendency and economic democracy propel Europe's export star, Germany. It's undeniable that today’s Germany is a huge economic success story. In spite of the world economic crisis, the unemployment rate is at its lowest in 20 years, it remains the world's fourth largest economy and is one of the world’s largest exporters. Germans also boast an enviable standard of living.
Germany Speaks Out
Article: 12 November 2010 – New York Times. At the Group of 20 meeting in Seoul, Germany spoke out following America’s catalytic role in bringing the global economy to the brink of disaster. Now, the U.S. is losing the global argument over what is the best development model for the 21st century. Obama and Geithner take note, the world is no longer automatically following America’s lead.
Article: 12 November 2010 – New York Times. At the Group of 20 meeting in Seoul, Germany spoke out following America’s catalytic role in bringing the global economy to the brink of disaster. Now, the U.S. is losing the global argument over what is the best development model for the 21st century. Obama and Geithner take note, the world is no longer automatically following America’s lead.
Angela Merkel is Getting it Right
Article: 04 October 2010 - IP Global (German Council on Foreign Relations). Chancellor Merkel and French president Nicolas Sarkozy proposed sweeping financial regulatory changes. They warned the Obama administration not to block their attempts to crack down on hedge funds and derivatives, corrupt rating agencies, outrageous bank bonuses and more. Would US Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner have dithered even more had he not been pushed – shoved, by the Europeans, led by Merkel?
Article: 04 October 2010 - IP Global (German Council on Foreign Relations). Chancellor Merkel and French president Nicolas Sarkozy proposed sweeping financial regulatory changes. They warned the Obama administration not to block their attempts to crack down on hedge funds and derivatives, corrupt rating agencies, outrageous bank bonuses and more. Would US Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner have dithered even more had he not been pushed – shoved, by the Europeans, led by Merkel?
Angela Merkel: The World’s ‘Most Valuable Leader’
Article: August 18, 2010 - Social Europe Journal. The latest report showing Germany’s economy growing at a blistering annual rate of nearly 9%, well into recovery from a US-made economic collapse, is just further evidence of the obvious. Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel right now is standing head and shoulders above the pack. If we selected a planetary MVL (Most Valuable Leader) Frau Merkel would be it.
Article: August 18, 2010 - Social Europe Journal. The latest report showing Germany’s economy growing at a blistering annual rate of nearly 9%, well into recovery from a US-made economic collapse, is just further evidence of the obvious. Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel right now is standing head and shoulders above the pack. If we selected a planetary MVL (Most Valuable Leader) Frau Merkel would be it.
ELSEWHERE IN LINKAGOGO
- Featuring Steven Hill
- Steven Hill Photo Gallery
- Steven Hill in Athens
- Europe's Promise: US vs Europe
- Greece & California: Debt Crisis
- Government & Capitol Hill
- European Union
- Economy & Markets
- Leaders Under the Spotlight
- Health Care
- Social & Democratic Reform
- Political & Judicial Reform
- Labor & Management
- Green Agenda
- Global View
- Steven Hill Bookshelf
- Jump to Title
