Nov 21, 2016 - Why Trump, Putin and Erdogan are good for Europe?

Simply, because of the change. Europe needs to redefine itself in the field of:

-         Whether to continue with a closer cooperation or return some of the decision making powers back to national governments. We believe going back is not the smartest move as it would lead to fragmentation and loss of benefits of common market.

-          Security and military perspective – still growing threats from Russia and terrorism will lead to redefining and creation of EU army and closer police cooperation. All of that is also happening in the light of Donald Trump becoming the US president and questioning the role of NATO especially, in Eastern Europe.

-          Uncontrolled immigration and external borders protection – is the deal with Turkey really good for EU? The EU must have a full control of its borders as it is not possible for thousands of refugees to freely move across the continent. Also having a deal with the antidemocratic leader doesn’t bode well for democratic values.

-          Economic and international trade – well, as the EU is the largest market in the world as well as largest trading partner for China, definitely should benefit from it. It should also take advantage of its position on the back of likely upcoming protectionism from US side. Actually, the last week’s ASEAN meeting can be an interesting inspiration as Asian countries are open to closer cooperation without US. Why not to join such an initiative from EU side as well when Americans don’t want?

-          Increasing populism and nationalism in Europe – European public will have a unique chance to express their wishes in the upcoming referendum in Italy and elections in Austria, Netherlands, France, Germany, Czech Republic and Slovenia, and decide whether Europe should follow the path of irresponsible promises without accountability. The only thing EU needs right now is pragmatism and leadership what leads us to German elections and Sunday’s official announcement of Angela Merkel to run for a Chancellor again.

Good luck Champs!

Mr Hawk

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