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Scholz Warns Against a World Dominated by Power – Cites Germany's Past

Published January 22, 2026, 12:26
Scholz Warns Against a World Dominated by Power – Cites Germany's Past

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warned at the World Economic Forum in Davos that a world dominated by power alone is dangerous, reminding of Germany's historical experience that led the world to disaster. He emphasized the importance of alliances and cooperation between nations. He expressed his support for strengthening the US presence in the Arctic, pledging to protect the region from the Russian threat. Scholz welcomed Donald Trump's decision not to pursue the acquisition of Greenland by force, calling it a step in the right direction. He also warned of the negative consequences of new tariffs on transatlantic relations and described the invasion of Ukraine as the most extreme expression of a new era in international politics, where China is emerging as a significant power. He called on Europeans to invest massively in defense and competitiveness.