I never thought very much of this typical uninspiring lifelong career politician Sigmar Gabriel! This article, which appeared also in leftist Project Syndicate, is quite shallow and foolish for a former German Minister of Foreign Affairs!
"Politicians who don’t know what to do when confronted with new or difficult circumstances often resort to empty phrases. This certainly appears to be the case for Europe and its changing relations with the United States."
At least Gabriel got the introduction to his article right! From then on it goes rather downhill.
"Fortunately, given the geopolitical dynamics of the 21st century, even the US will soon realise that going it alone is a dangerous game. Global threats like climate change, nuclear proliferation and pandemics can be tackled only collectively, and the need for a strong transatlantic partnership will become obvious as these issues come to the fore. But renewing the relationship will be possible only if Europe is united on key issues. An internally divided EU can’t be a serious partner to anyone."
Really! Global Warming is a hoax! The U.S. is not going it alone, what a nonsense! Gabriel is dreaming of the hegemon EU ignoring the strength of federalism and European history!
The future of transatlanticism is up to Europe | The Strategist
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