The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series A (BIG) Change in Germany || PETER ZEIHAN
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Mar 13, 2025 Germany is on the brink of a major political shift following the recent elections, with the Christian Democrats making a comeback. This change is set to reshape the government's approach to military spending, breaking away from post-World War II norms. The discussion also delves into Germany's evolving defense policy amidst international pressures, particularly from the U.S. Historical parallels highlight the delicate balance between rising militarism and potential domestic instability. It's a pivotal moment for Germany in the global geopolitical landscape.
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German Election Results
- Germany's recent elections saw the Social Democrats perform poorly, coming in third.
- The Christian Democrats won, and a coalition government is expected.
Constitutional Amendment for Military Spending
- The coalition talks focused solely on amending the constitution for increased military spending.
- This is a significant shift, especially for the fiscally conservative Christian Democrats.
Defense Spending Increase
- While the Social Democrats are less opposed to deficit spending, they dislike defense spending.
- Their negotiator proposed doubling the defense budget, suggesting it's a minimum, not a maximum.