Union Questions Federal Government’s Foreign Policy Record
Berlin (hib/KRE) – The CDU/CSU parliamentary group has asked the federal government to provide a factual report on its foreign policy activities. The motion (20/6810) submitted on Thursday accuses the traffic light coalition of “fundamental errors” in its foreign policy. A “disastrous balance sheet” is drawn in the areas of support for Ukraine, relations with the US and China, and climate foreign policy.
The Union emphasizes that the federal government must provide the Bundestag with a factual report on its implementation of the government statement on foreign policy as of March 23, 2022. This should include information on which foreign policy goals have been achieved in which specific areas. The timetable for the implementation of the goals should also be clarified.
Criticism of Lack of Clear Ukraine Policy
The Union accuses the federal government of a lack of a clear policy on Ukraine. The government’s actions were “neither sustainable nor effective,” the motion reads. “In particular, the hesitant and unclear communication on arms deliveries to Ukraine has damaged Germany’s reputation with our partners and in the world.”
“Weakened” Transatlantic Relations
According to the Union, the federal government has also “weakened transatlantic relations.” The motion states: “Our closest allies, the USA, have at times openly distanced themselves from German decisions.” The Union therefore demands that the government report on the status of relations with the US and on the plans for a common transatlantic agenda.
“Amateurish” China Policy
The Union also accuses the government of an “amateurish” China policy. The motion reads: “After the Federal Chancellor’s trip to China, it has become clear that the traffic light coalition does not have a coherent strategy towards China.” The CDU/CSU parliamentary group demands a report on the results of the Chancellor’s trip and on the government’s plans for dealing with China.
“Disastrous” Climate Foreign Policy
The Union also criticizes the government’s climate foreign policy. The motion states: “The federal government is wasting German taxpayers’ money on a development policy that has become almost exclusively subordinate to climate policy.” The CDU/CSU parliamentary group demands a report on the financial resources that the federal government has allocated to climate foreign policy and on the results that have been achieved.
Demand for Regular Bundestag Hearings
In addition, the Union demands that the federal government hold regular hearings in the Bundestag on foreign policy. The motion reads: “In order to ensure the necessary parliamentary transparency, the federal government is requested to convene a regular hearing on foreign policy in the relevant committees of the Bundestag.”
Union fragt nach Bilanz der Bundesregierung zur Außenpolitik
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