The re-election of Donald Trump as US president would be bad for China. Sounds plausible. After all, it was Trump who once instigated the trade war against China. But: Trump could still be the lesser of two evils for Beijing – and open up unexpected opportunities.
By Michael Radunski
Between ingratiation and defensiveness: a unified strategy of the EU states for a possible second Trump presidency is not in sight. Experts from 19 countries are concerned about the stability of democracy, the defense of Ukraine and free trade, as a study by the German Institute for International and Security Affairs shows. But Trump could also unite Europe.
By Michael Bröcker
A second term in office for Donald Trump harbors risks for the entire world. He and his autocratic allies are not only aiming to destroy American democracy, but also the entire system of international order that emerged after the Second World War. In our new series, we explain the economic, climate and security policy consequences for Germany, Europe, Africa and China.
