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Posts by Jens Bastian
How will Trump's tariffs affect Greece?
In April 2025, European countries reacted with shock and confusion to President Donald Trump’s initial tariff announcements on “Liberation Day.” A 90-day reprieve was subsequently granted to EU member states, allowing the European Commission to negotiate a fast-track framework tariff agreement with the Trump administration.
Contributor: Jens Bastian
Categories: Europe (292), Economy (344), Greece (522)
Athens and Berlin have reasons to take a closer look at each other
Within a week of being elected as Germany's new chancellor, Friedrich Merz has embarked on a whirlwind of foreign policy diplomacy. His first stops included Paris and Warsaw, followed by Brussels for meetings with the European Commission and at NATO headquarters.
Contributor: Jens Bastian
Categories: Europe (292), Politics (409), Greece (522)
A new political landscape is emerging in Germany
The ballots have been cast and the votes counted. The outcome of the early general election in Germany has various winners and some significant losers.
Contributor: Jens Bastian
Categories: Europe (292), Politics (409)
Quo vadis Germany? Sunday's elections leave many questions in need of answers
This election in Germany was the most unpredictable election cycle of the past 16 years. Contrary to the electoral campaigns during the era of Chancellor Angela Merkel, when the winner was already obvious before casting your ballot, this vote offered real alternatives, an open race to the wire and citizens who were mobilised to get out and vote.
Contributor: Jens Bastian
Categories: Europe (292), Politics (409)
The final stretch: Can fearmongering swing the German electorate?
One week to go. On Sunday, September 26, German citizens will cast their ballots in a watershed general election.
Contributor: Jens Bastian
Categories: Europe (292), Politics (409)