Merkel-Sarkozy-Medvedev meeting implies new Atlantic order

Europe is searching for a way out of the economic doldrums and desires to shore up the safety of its nations. According to the Atlantic Sentinel, Angela Merkel, Nicolas Sarkozy and Medvedev are meeting before the upcoming European G20 meeting in order to cement what could be a lasting partnership that would signify a “new Atlantic order”. Merkel and Sarkozy do not plan to cement any permanent financial and safety bonds with Medvedev before the upcoming G20 conference in South Korea, nevertheless. Doing so would trigger their respective nations (Germany and France) to run afoul of the European Union. Source of article – Merkel-Sarkozy-Medvedev meeting suggests new Atlantic order by Personal Money Store.

Merkel and Sarkozy working on post-Cold War dente negotiating with Russia

Merkel and Sarkozy acknowledge that Russia is on edge over NATO’s expansion into Central Europe. Their talk with Russian President Medvedev will focus on how they can work together to secure their alliance in a fast-changing European theater. As Merkel put it, “We will discuss whether it is possible for Russia and NATO to cooperate better since the era of the Cold War is surely over.” The plan Sarkozy has is for making Russia an ally. Being an enemy is a bad idea. An economic partnership would be really great for Russia and Europe. The European Union would have Russia just a little closer with this.

The financial regulation on the table with G20

In light of the global economic collapse, Merkel and Sarkozy are pushing stricter financial regulation at each and every opportunity. They have discussed having a permanent financial watchdog. This would be for the European Union. Recent struggles with China over the communist nation’s fortuitous currency manipulation have emboldened Merkel and Sarkozy’s efforts. Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao has argued before the European Union that the European alliance should not buy into what are largely American says that the yuan should be allowed to quickly appreciate.

The United States of America wants to be a part of it

The United States of America does not seem really excited that Merkel and Sarkozy are getting comfortable with Medvedev. As the Obama administration hasn’t allocated might resources to pursuing stronger ties with Europe of late, there is fear that a Germany-France-Russia alliance could leave America within the dust. U.S. Officials would like all discussion to be saved for the G20 conference, where the United States can have a role. Considering that Russia’s relations with the U.S. are less than favorable due to U.S. sanctions against Iran, the odds appear stacked against Obama and business.

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