Merkel, Sarkozy Lose in Regional Elections
The ruling parties of both France and Germany suffered defeat at the polls in regional elections this weekend.
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Eurozone Leaders Enact New Financial Pact
The leaders of Europe’s single currency bloc agreed on a program of long term economic overhauls this weekend.
America’s Tripolar Approach to Europe
Robert Kaplan argues American policy in Europe should prioritize France, Germany and Poland.
Election Setback for German Conservatives
Defeat in Hamburg draws attention to the conservatives’ unpopularity nationally.
Europe Doesn’t Want Germany’s Rules
Many eurozone countries balked at proposals to enact economic reform along German lines for the whole of the currency union.
Dutch, Germans Extend Afghanistan Presence
The Dutch and German parliaments approved new military and police training missions in the north of Afghanistan last week.
Europe Split on Expanding Bailout Fund
Germany resists plans to expand the European Union’s bailout fund.
British, German Liberals Losing Appeal
In coalition with conservatives, Britain’s and Germany’s liberal parties are trailing in the polls.
France, Germany Pledge to Defend Euro
Angela Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy affirm their “total” commitment to the single currency.
Europe Should Be Thankful to Have Germany
Don’t blame Germany for Europe’s debt crises.
European Navies Train for Coastal Warfare
Thirteen European navies exercise in the Baltic Sea, preparing for operations in confined and shallow waters.
G20 Unable to Agree to Balancing of Trade
G20 leaders failed to reach agreement on balancing the world recovery in Seoul but did attest their commitment to cooperation.
Surplus Economies Resist G20 Trade Accord
China and Germany resist an American effort to “rebalance” world trade in favor of net importers.
World Critical of American Monetary Policy
From Europe to Russia to China, countries fiercely criticize the American Federal Reserve for its expansionary policy.
Whatever Angela Wants, Angela Gets
Despite opposition from other European leaders, Angela Merkel got what she came for this weekend.