The "Conference on the Future of Europe" has long faced resistance, especially in Germany. But now the traffic light coalition has embraced French leader Macron's initiative. Even EPP leader Weber is on board. But the reform ideas are still far apart.
By Eric Bonse
Next weekend the Republicans will choose their candidate for the presidential election. The once strong party has lost importance – and is nevertheless being closely watched by President Macron. We present the possible challengers.
By Redaktion Table
In August 1991, the then foreign ministers of Germany, France, and Poland launched the Weimar Triangle. It was supposed to signify the final overcoming of historical hostilities and advance Poland's integration into the Western community. But after promising first years, there is little reason to celebrate the anniversary, writes David Gregosz, head of the KAS office in Warsaw. However, civil society cooperation is a source of hope.
By Timo Landenberger
In January, Paris takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU. There is no official programme yet, but the priorities are gradually becoming known. We analyse potential conflicts with European partners and the influence of the upcoming presidential election in April.
By Redaktion Table
In April 2022, Emmanuel Macron wants to be re-elected as French president. But that is by no means certain. Macron has so far been threatened above all by candidates from the center-right spectrum – and that would have repercussions for European policy, as well.
By Redaktion Table
In 1964, China and France announced the beginning of their diplomatic relations. China gladly affirmed that France was the first Western country to establish diplomatic relations with the new People's Republic of China. Thus, the first air connection with China was opened, the establishment of centers for Chinese culture was approved, and the first faculty for the Chinese language in a Western country was authorized. And yet, the relationship was not always only positive. In the 21st century, for example, the Sino-French relationship faces new challenges. In view of the power struggle between the USA and China in the Indo-Pacific, France fears for its influence on New Caledonia, and thus to be pushed to the margins. That's because New Caledonia is home to 25 percent of the world's nickel reserves - the gold of the 21st century. The AUKUS military alliance was supposed to limit China's power in the Indo-Pacific, but on New Caledonia it achieves the exact opposite and lies heavily on the China-France relationship. In the current boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympics, France chooses to send its athlete:s to China. From emissions trading to sanctions & the Indo-Pacific conflict to the anti-Huawei law & CAI - current China-France news in from the Table.editor!
