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From Sanctions to Prosperity: How Normalizing Relations with Russia Would Boost Germany’s Economy

... foundation of affordable energy sources. From the post-war era through the 1970s, domestic coal and imported crude oil powered the German economy. However, the oil crises of the 1970s marked a turning point, propelling Germany to establish a strategic energy partnership with the Soviet Union. The landmark Röhren-Gas-Verträge (pipeline-gas agreements) of 1970 between West Germany and the USSR ushered in an era of stable and inexpensive natural gas supplies, which lasted for over 50 years. [ 30 ] By 2021, this partnership reached its zenith, with 52 percent of Germany’s gas imports—amounting to 859 TWh out of 1652 TWh—coming from Russia. [ 31 ] The low wholesale gas prices of 16–18 ...

18.02.2025

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A Renaissance of Fossil Fuels: Consequences of Europe’s Energy Market Panic

... situation with wind energy is sorted out, as wind forecasts for the North Sea in October are largely positive. French nuclear power plants returning to operation and the reinstallation of coal-fired power plants will also help alleviate the shortage in energy supply. Nonetheless, natural gas, the main “transition fuel” on the path to a low-carbon economy, will remain at the core of debates. Europe will still compete with Asia for the LNG shipments remaining on the market, although it is unlikely to be willing and able to pay ...

04.10.2021

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In your opinion, what are the US long-term goals for Russia?

U.S. wants to establish partnership relations with Russia on condition that it meets the U.S. requirements	33 (31%)
U.S. wants to deter Russia’s military and political activity	30 (28%)
U.S. wants to dissolve Russia	24 (22%)
U.S. wants to establish alliance relations with Russia under the US conditions to rival China	21 (19%)