German Vote: new figures show how often Germany abstains

The notorious disunity of the traffic light coalition is also making waves in Brussels. A new database from the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP) has now provided figures on German votes for the first time, exclusively available to Table.Briefings. However, the EU Council Monitor also shows that majority decisions alone do not make the EU capable of acting.

Last updated: 24. July 2025