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Originally Posted by Parihaka
I don't see it so much as a socialist/political issue as a new rise in nationalism, but on a European level rather than an individual country. The perceived external threat of Islamic immigration being a case in point, trade protection being another. The whole economic union thing is based on exclusivity and protection. Russia I include because of it's oil and gas.
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Well I can agree on that. But I also see it as a sign of weakness. European Union is trying to distance itself from USA is also another factor. In all I think that in general Europe is becoming more a liability than an asset in any future Geo political problems. The only exception maybe UK which has tensions with the rest of Europe. Historically it was a "triangular" politics which characterize European affairs. "Three corners" being: France, Germany (Spain before that) and UK. Once you have 2 of the three on one side the other one is having problems. As of now I see a close French- German association. It is coming as a contrast and a clear competition to NATO. UK is so far on the other side of it, but is having problems with EU. Also Election of Merkel in Germany and Sarkozy in France may slow this process I doubt it will be reversed. Because it is a long 40 years process of education, propaganda and media campaign. It will take much more than just one president with different views. So in so many words Pandora box is open now and it is almost impossible to change that.