What is the western world’s reaction to the rise of China? What kind of hopes and problems are associated with a “strategic partnership” between China and the EU?

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Since 1992 German soldiers have taken part in numerous international operations. But what kind of role should play the military in German foreign policy?

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The global financial and economic crisis has highlighted the extent to which Europe and America are dependent on other states such as China as they try to resolve global problems.

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The strategic ambivalence of the EU's eastern policy remains unchanged. On the one hand it is trying to draw the countries of eastern Europe towards the EU. On the other hand, by refusing to hold out the prospect of accession, Brussels is failing to fulfil local expectations.

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The Treaty of Lisbon will strengthen the EU's ability to take action on an international level by reforming its institutions. But are the various states willing to agree on a common policy?

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