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“The Ukraine War Has Clearly Changed the Very Notion of Energy Security”
Russia’s aggression against Ukraine has altered the geopolitics of energy. Going forward, energy security will be determined by how swiftly states manage to shift to a low-carbon economy.
Climate Politics and the New Cold War
In the looming ‘new Cold War’, climate and security concerns cannot be separated. As Germany reconfigures its security policy, how can it minimize the effects of great-power competition on a deteriorating climate?
Securing Supply Chains for the Low-Carbon Economy: The Case of Electric Batteries
The transition to low-carbon technologies is creating new dependencies for the European economy. Especially critical for Germany: electric batteries. To reduce risks and reshape emerging global value chains, Berlin and other EU governments must prioritize a comprehensive governance approach.
Why Southeast Asia Matters for German National Security
Beyond its fame as a tropical touristic destination, Southeast Asia is a key partner on security. As Berlin crafts its upcoming National Security Strategy, it should focus on building bridges in the region.
The Cost of Competitiveness: Why Germany’s Security Requires an Economic Transformation
Even if Germany did become more assertive in military terms, that would not solve a key problem with German foreign policy: the country’s economic dependence on exports.
Security through Preparedness: Lessons from Australia and the Indo-Pacific
For any country with strong stakes in a rules-based order, China’s recent aggressions in the Indo-Pacific should set off alarm bells. It’s time for new thinking about national preparedness – as Australia has learned in recent years.