Dutch, German Left Demand Concessions on Fiscal Treaty
Governments in Germany and the Netherlands need opposition support.
Germany
Berlin Consensus Redefines European Union
The Brussels Consensus of political compromise as a solution for all of Europe’s problems is coming apart.
German Minister Laments Greece’s Broken Promises
Greek promises on austerity are no longer enough to justify continued financial support.
Poland Warns Germany Not to Seek Hegemony
The Poles are right to fear German domination but will probably not be able to stop it on their own.
Europe “Essentially Makes Keynesianism Illegal”
Britain stands on the sidelines as the rest of Europe moves toward closer economic and fiscal integration.
Merkel Raises Questions About Bigger Bailout Fund
In Davos, the German leader said she doesn’t want to promise something that she can’t back up.
IMF Urges Germany to Give Up More Money
Pressure mounts on Germany to surrender its commitment to austerity.
Russia Threatens European Cattle, Meat Import Ban
The outbreak of a livestock virus in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands prompts Russia to consider an import ban.
How David Cameron Can Save the Eurozone
If the British leader throws his support behind German rules, France will be isolated.
European Leaders Plan for Partial Greek Default
As Greece struggles to mend its deficit, eurozone countries debate whether to help banks in the event of a default.
German Parliament Votes to Expand Euro Rescue Fund
After Austria and Finland, Germany ratifies the expansion of Europe’s bailout fund.
Green Cosmopolitanism Fashionable in North Europe
Socially liberal green parties are on the rise from Britain to Berlin.
Eurobonds Thwarted by German High Court
A German court decision puts the issuance of eurobonds on hold.
Germany’s New Selfish Foreign Policy
The familiar postwar Atlantic order may be upset if Germany pursues a foreign policy that makes sense.
Policy Divide Persists Among G7 Nations
Americans urge “unequivocal” support for troubled eurozone nations. Germany insists the priority is austerity.