US tariffs: It’s time to find a path forward
Economy, Finance and Markets

US tariffs: It’s time to find a path forward

The path to re-establishing a multilateral system of rules that includes the United States is to re-examine where the current rules have fallen short, writes trade expert Dan Mullaney.
“Those who avoid risk miss opportunities”
Economy, Finance and Markets

“Those who avoid risk miss opportunities”

Germany needs to be more willing to take risks, reduce bureaucracy, and strategically diversify its supply chains, writes Federal Minister of Economics Katherina Reiche in her essay.
Shaken but Not Deterred: Why I Still Have Hope for International Development After 2025
Foreign and Security Policy

Shaken but Not Deterred

USAID, the world's largest foreign aid agency, was abolished by the Trump administration in July 2025. Tessa Coggio reflects on this process as well as on its long-term implications.
Defense, Debt, Draghi
One Transatlantic Europe

Defense, Debt, Draghi

The Atlantik-Brücke's first delegation trip to Paris made clear that Germany and France share at least one major challenge: to swiftly invest in defense and organize joint procurement amid fiscal constraints.
“Achieving digital sovereignty faster”
Digitization

“Achieving digital sovereignty faster”

When dealing with technologies, a dual strategy is needed: we must strengthen the European market and embed non-European products, write Claudia Plattner and Florian Seiller.
“Democracy is fighting for survival”
Foreign and Security Policy

“Democracy is fighting for survival”

Our world order is facing profound upheaval. Democracy, peace, and the rule of law are under threat in many places, warns journalist and human rights activist Düzen Tekkal.
“Reaching the next generation of transatlanticists”
Foreign and Security Policy

“Reaching the next generation of transatlanticists”

We need the next generation of transatlanticists—for security, freedom, and prosperity, demands Florian Hahn.
What’s next?
Foreign and Security Policy

What’s next?

An “old liberal” Europe following in the wake of the US will no longer exist, according to Sigmar Gabriel and Julia Friedlander.

EVENTS

26.01.
Reception at the German Embassy in London
London
27.01.
Strategy Session on Economic Security & Defense Financing at RUSI Strategy Session on Economic Security & Defense Financing
London
31.01. - 01.02.
The Music Keeps on Playing! Two Concerts in New York City Two Concerts in New York City
New York
03.02.
Fireside Chat with Governor Phil Murphy: Reflections and Predictions Reflections and Predictions
Berlin

 

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