Europe Alone | Germany’s Security in an Uncertain World

With rapidly shifting global alliances, Germany now faces a critical security dilemma. Can Europe defend itself without unwavering U.S. support? In this episode of The Focus, Dr. Karl-Heinz Kamp, a leading expert in German and European security, joins John Bruni to discuss Germany’s strategic vulnerabilities, NATO’s uncertain future, and the broader implications for European defence.

Is Berlin prepared for a world where America looks inward? Tune in to find out.

Show Notes:

Dr. Karl-Heinz Kamp: https://europeanleadershipnetwork.org/person/karl-heinz-kamp/

German Council on Foreign Relations: https://dgap.org/en

University Roma Tre: https://www.uniroma3.it/en/

NATO Defence College: https://www.ndc.nato.int/

The Alphen Group: https://thealphengroup.com/

Written works:

"Nuclear NATO: How to Make it Credible and Efficient" (December 16, 2024) – In this analysis, Dr. Kamp examines the challenges facing NATO's nuclear posture and offers recommendations to enhance its credibility and efficiency.

"Das Ende der Wende? Eine Replik auf Benjamin Tallis" (September 11, 2024) – In this online commentary, Dr. Kamp responds to Benjamin Tallis's perspectives, providing his insights on the current state of European security dynamics.

"NATO at 75: Time to Deliver on Its Promises" (February 14, 2024) – This piece discusses the expectations and necessary actions for NATO as it approaches its 75th anniversary, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling its commitments.

"NATO's Coming Existential Challenge" (March 2019) – This working paper addresses the long-term strategic challenges NATO may face, particularly concerning its relevance to the United States amidst shifting geostrategic priorities. ​

"The Way to NATO's New Strategic Concept" (June 2009) – In this research paper, Dr. Kamp outlines the process and considerations involved in developing NATO's new strategic concept, reflecting on the alliance's evolution and future direction.

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