The AfD at the Gate: What Happens to Germany’s Economy If the Firewall Falls?

Germany faces a lot of pressure right now with its industries not doing great and people getting older plus energy problems from conflicts around the world. The piece from Veritas Europaea talks about risks if the Brandmauer falls apart and mainstream parties start working with the AfD. Most talk about the AfD is on social stuff and immigration but this goes into bigger economic and political effects.

It wonders what happens to the EU if Germany shifts under AfD influence. The party wants more protection for German business and less involvement with Europe overall. That could mess with the single market that the EU relies on.

Germany has been important for NATO and defense plans too but the AfD has different views on Russia and the US. If the center has to compromise then things get complicated for the whole union trying to stay united against outside forces in the coming years. I think this part might be the biggest issue but it is hard to say for sure how it plays out. Some of the structural issues in Germany just keep adding up and it feels like the political side gets overlooked until it is too late.

The friction with European defense goals stands out though. An AfD lean could change the approach to the green transition as well without much warning.

Note: This article includes analysis and is not intended as a promotion of any political party.