AfD calls for greater transatlantic burden sharing
AfD calls for greater transatlantic burden sharing
In the light of the Ukraine war, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is calling for a more equitable distribution of burdens between Europe and the United States. “We must demand that the United States finally contribute its fair share to the security of Europe,” said AfD parliamentary group leader Tino Chrupalla on Tuesday in Berlin. At a press conference, he also criticized the fact that the US is profiting from the war in Ukraine in the form of higher energy prices.
“The Americans are getting rich on this war,” Chrupalla said. “They are selling gas and oil to Europe at exorbitant prices.” Chrupalla also accused the US of pursuing a “hegemonic policy” and of wanting to weaken Europe.
The AfD is not the only party that is demanding a more equitable distribution of burdens between Europe and the United States. The FDP had already made similar demands in the past. FDP leader Christian Lindner said in June that Germany and Europe must “stop being the paymasters of the free world.”
The US, on the other hand, has repeatedly emphasized that it is committed to the security of Europe. The US government has also provided military and financial aid to Ukraine. However, the US has also made it clear that Europe must do more for its own security.
The debate on transatlantic burden sharing is likely to continue in the coming months. The war in Ukraine has shown that Europe is dependent on the US for its security. However, Europe is also increasingly aware of the fact that it must assume more responsibility for its own security.
AfD fordert mehr transatlantische Lastenteilung
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