Bulletin n. 1/2012
June 2012
CONTENTS
  • Section A) The theory and practise of the federal states and multi-level systems of government
  • Section B) Global governance and international organizations
  • Section C) Regional integration processes
  • Section D) Federalism as a political idea
    • Picaper Jean-Paul
    Crise: le credo allemand
    in Politique internationale , n. 133 - Automne, 2011 ,  2011
    German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble is a veteran of the political scene. For over 20 years he has held positions at the highest echelons of conservative governments in Berlin. Even an attack in 1990 that left him without the use of his legs has not restrained his determination. This exceptional man agreed to meet with Politique Internationale for an in-depth interview at a time when all of Europe hangs on his decisions. This renowned economics expert frankly discusses the euro crisis, Greece's virtual bankruptcy and the relaunch of German growth as well as many other issues of the day. The solutions he proposes to spur Europe's recovery are ultimately conventional ones, such as cutting budgets, targeted tax rises and improving competitiveness. But they reflect a very strong belief that, in the current situation, E.U. countries must work together to end the crisis. If each country goes its own way, all countries will suffer. When it is the Finance Minister of Germany that says this, Europe breathes easier...
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