Accession Number:

AD1079694

Title:

Outrage Has Its Limits: Understanding Germany's Russia Policy

Descriptive Note:

Technical Report

Corporate Author:

NAVAL WAR COLLEGE NEWPORT RI NEWPORT United States

Personal Author(s):

• Layne,Charles M.

Report Date:

2019-09-05

Pagination or Media Count:

19.0

Abstract:

This paper examines Germanys strategic approach to Russia. It contends that while three main factors drive Germanys Russia policy 1 economic interests, 2 the tradition of Ostpolitik, and 3 support for liberal values it is the first factor that will steer Germany on the issues that really matter. A strong economy is central to modern Germanys self-image. To keep that economy healthy, German leaderships main concerns will be sustaining exports and securing affordable energy. Because Russia is a natural economic partner on both fronts, Berlin will likely move closer to Moscow over the medium and long term. This will complicate U.S. and NATO efforts to build consensus on confronting the Kremlin.

Descriptors:

• economic models
• governments
• international law
• intergovernmental organizations
• geography
• foreign policy
• economics
• natural gas
• national politics
• international relations
• international organizations
• foreign relations
• Germany
• russia

Subject Categories:

• Economics and Cost Analysis
• Government and Political Science

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE