Between NATO, Trump, and the far right: How will German elections impact EU security policies?

News from Studio Europa

The outcome of the German elections on February 23 will have significant implications for European affairs, including security policies. Amid growing challenges such as the war in Ukraine, the return of Donald Trump to the White House, and competition with China, concerns are high in Brussels about the possibility of far-right parties gaining significant support in the EU’s largest economy.

Studio Europa Maastricht spoke with Nele Marianne Ewers-Peters, Assistant Professor for European Security at Maastricht University, about one of the key topics worrying Europeans who are following the German election campaign—Berlin’s role in European defence and its support for Ukraine. Dr Ewers-Peters will be one of the speakers at Studio Europa's upcoming event, “Nach der Wahl: Impact of the German elections on the EU.”


 Read the entire article on Studio Europa's website

Also read

  • Come to your senses: enrich your life and learning

    Emilie Sitzia researches how we can rediscover our senses and use them to enhance our learning. This resulted in a colourfully illustrated book, 'Come to Your Senses', a senses-based learning guide.

    Come to your senses book
  • Teacher Information Points at UM

    UM faculties now host Teacher Information Points (TIPs) that offer local, “just-in-time” and on-demand support for teaching staff. The aim is simple: to provide help that is closely connected to day-to-day teaching practice.

    TIPs meeting at EDLAB