Daily Archives: October 20, 2015

Is Angela Merkel’s exit strategy shaping German refugee policy? | Christian Schnee | Comment is free | The Guardian

October 20, 2015 By in Berlin, Business Administration, Defense Policy, Democracy, Euro Crisis, Fiscal Policy, Foreign Policy, Germany, Growth, Immigration, People, Politicians, Politics Tags: , , 2 Comments
English: Angela Merkel Deutsch: Angela Merkel

English: Angela Merkel Deutsch: Angela Merkel (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

The UK’s Guardian speculates that suspending the vetting of Syrian migrants has made her unpopular, but the chancellor may be thinking more about leaving her mark on German and international politics.

Source: Is Angela Merkel’s exit strategy shaping German refugee policy? | Christian Schnee | Comment is free | The Guardian

For sure, Angela Merkel is taking big risks. I agree with the Guardian that she’s perhaps looking for an out.

Thoughts?

Before Palace Banquet for Xi Jinping, a Snub From Prince Charles – The New York Times

October 20, 2015 By in Business Administration, David Cameron, Defense Policy, Economics, Fiscal Policy, Foreign Policy, George Osborne, Growth, People, Politicians, Politics Tags: , , 1 Comment
English: portrait HRH The Prince of Wales

English: portrait HRH The Prince of Wales (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

According to the liberal NYT, the prince’s refusal to attend the banquet for China’s leader is just one example of Britain’s attempt to balance commercial interests while not appearing to “kowtow” on rights.

Source: Before Palace Banquet for Xi Jinping, a Snub From Prince Charles – The New York Times

Sadly, the prince does not relate to the challenges of ordinary people. Ordinary people will say ‘bring on China if it brings a bit more prosperity’.

David Cameron and George Osborne have put commercial interests ahead of high principles. Similarly, America is selling four advanced warships to Saudi Arabia.

I sense that the prince is out of line?

Thoughts?