Merkel-Sarkozy-Medvedev discussions address European Union uncertainty

Europe is looking for a way out of the economic doldrums and desires to shore up the security of its nations. Thus, Angela Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy are courting a partnership with Russia’s Medvedev to form a secure “new Atlantic order,” writes Atlantic Sentinel. In order not to anger the European Union before the forthcoming G20 conference in South Korea, nevertheless, Germany’s Merkel and France’s Sarkozy do not plan to finalize any plans with Medvedev.

Russian post-Cold War détente with Russia getting negotiated by Sarkozy and Merkel

The NATO’s expansion into Central Europe has upset Russia, Merkel and Sarkozy explain. They have a specific focus for their talk with Russian President Medvedev. It will be all about the alliance which can grow stronger and Europe changes. Merkel states, “We will discuss whether it’s possible for Russia and NATO to cooperate better because the era of the Cold War is certainly over.” Sarkozy wants to work with Russia as an ally instead of an adversary. The development of an economic and security partnership would ideally bring Russia closer to the European Union.

Monetary regulation on the G20 desk

The global monetary collapse has led Merkel and Sarkozy to push one thing. More financial legislation is the answer. They have discussed having a permanent financial watchdog. This would be for the European Union. China’s currency manipulation has made things worse. Merkel and Sarkozy are just encouraged. Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao has argued before the European Union that the European alliance ought to not buy into what exactly are largely American states the yuan ought to be allowed to easily appreciate.

The United States would like a chunk

The U.S. does not seem really excited that Merkel and Sarkozy are getting comfortable with Medvedev. As the Obama administration hasn’t allotted might resources to pursuing stronger ties with Europe of late, there is fear that a Germany-France-Russia alliance could leave The United States within the dust. U.S. Officials would like all discussion to be saved for the G20 conference, where the United States of America can have a role. Because of U.S. sanctions in Iran, Russia has been quite upset which means Obama is not really favored.

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Atlantic Sentinel

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