What does German unification imply for international politics? Many commentators have speculated about how a united Germany will use its new found power and influence on the world stage, and for good reason. Because of its size, central location, and strong economy, Germany will inevitably exert considerable influence over developments in Europe, if not beyond. Drawing on interviews and other primary source materials, this comprehensive study examines in detail each of the central issues of Germany's security policy since 1990: its promotion of political and economic reform in the former...
What does German unification imply for international politics? Many commentators have speculated about how a united Germany will use its new found pow...
In recent years, the efforts of nations to promote energy security have been hotly debated. Fuels Paradise examines how five major developed democracies--Britain, France, Germany, Japan, and the United States--have sought to enhance their energy security since the oil shocks of the 1970s and in response to the more diverse set of challenges of the early twenty-first century. Drawing on a vast range of primary and secondary sources, John S. Duffield explains the actions taken--and not taken--by these countries to address their energy security concerns.
Throughout the book,...
In recent years, the efforts of nations to promote energy security have been hotly debated. Fuels Paradise examines how five major developed...
Vicki L. Birchfield John S. Duffield V. Birchfield
Since the mid-2000s, the European Union has made unprecedented strides toward the creation of a common energy policy. This book takes stock of these developments, evaluating how much progress has actually been made and what remains to be done, what factors explain these recent advances and their limitations.
Since the mid-2000s, the European Union has made unprecedented strides toward the creation of a common energy policy. This book takes stock of these d...
