German voters are choosing a new government in an election dominated by concerns over the economy, migration, and the future of Ukraine and Europe’s alliance with the US. The center-right opposition is favored to win, with polls showing a strong result for a far-right party. Germany’s electoral system is likely to result in a coalition government, with negotiations expected to take weeks or even months before the next chancellor is elected.
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Europe’s ‘happy vassal’ complex
The recent US-EU trade agreement has significantly weakened the EU's global standing, exposing its political vulnerabilities and undermining its climate agenda while highlighting a troubling trend of “vassalisation heureuse.” As Trump’s imperial vision takes shape, the EU struggles to assert its sovereignty amid growing dissatisfaction among Europeans, revealing an existential threat that could reshape international order if not effectively resisted. Want More Context? 🔎
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