The principle and practice of 'reconciliation' in German foreign policy: relations with France, Israel, Poland and the Czech Republic

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German foreign policy has prioritized reconciliation with former foes for much of the 50-year period since 1949. Successive governments since World War II have supported this goal for both moral and pragmatic reasons. However, the mix of pragmatism and morality differs from country to country. An examination of Germany's relationship with four former foes shows that with France and Poland, reconciliation has been more institutionalized while with Israel and the Czech Republic, relations have centered around historical relationships and the moral claims these countries have on Germany.

Israel, France, Czech Republic, International aspects, Poland, Israeli foreign relations, International relations, Reconciliation, Polish foreign relations, German foreign relations, French foreign relations, Czech foreign relations

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Germany: the reluctant power

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Germany has failed to make its presence felt in the international security missions. It has refrained from assisting the United Nations Protection Force in its peacekeeping role in the conflict-ridden Bosnia-Herzegovina. Its parochialism is evident from its obsession with domestic problems and apathy toward international military tasks. It seems unprepared for shouldering the responsibility of enforcing human rights and peace in the post-Cold War world and has failed to convince its European allies of military support.

Security, International, International security

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The future of the German conscript system - are its days numbered?

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The debate about German conscription rules are linked with its historical sensitivity and the present need of redefining political and military role in the emerging Europe. Some experts express the need of an all-volunteer, professional army, while supporters of conscription advocate the requirement of large ground forces. The high cost of a professional army is a disadvantage. Currently, Germany must try to raise the ratio of professionals in the army and create all-volunteer units for crisis situations.

Analysis, Recruiting and enlistment

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