Alice Weidel

German Politics

Teutonic ‘goddess’ who leads Germany’s premier far-right party is a puzzle

— Alice Weidel, leader of Germany’s far-right AfD, presents a paradox. A multilingual, Swiss-based ex-banker with a diverse family, she once embraced conservative moderation but now champions anti-immigration rhetoric. Opportunism or conviction?

2025 German Elections

German Election: A triple crisis looms large at the heart of the economy

— Germany’s economy is stagnating, with recession, high inflation, and low productivity growth driving voter concerns ahead of the election. Energy costs, weak labour supply, and sluggish investment hinder recovery.