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Experts draw parallels between the challenges facing each country, linking economic pressures exacerbated by the ongoing war in Ukraine to rising inflation and broader industrial instability. In particular, Germany's export-driven economy has shown signs of recession due to these external factors, causing debates around economic recovery strategies and governmental responsibilities in times of crisis.
The Rise of the Far Right
Both Germany and France are grappling with the growing influence of far-right parties, namely the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) in Germany and the National Rally in France. As political dynamics shift, these parties have begun to take up significant political space, posing challenges to the centrist frameworks traditionally governing the two nations.