At the end of this week, a significant guest is expected in Berlin – US President Joe Biden. This visit has already been confirmed by the German government, but details have not been disclosed yet. So what can we expect from this meeting? Let’s find out.
Official confirmation of the visit
The press secretary of the German federal government, Wolfgang Büchner, announced during a briefing that President Biden will arrive in Berlin at the end of the week. Although the specific agenda of the visit is still being worked out, it is clear that this will be an important event for both sides. The US and Germany are currently actively cooperating on the details of the trip, so all plans will be finalized by the day of the visit.
Meeting with Steinmeier and Scholz
As reported by the German magazine Der Spiegel, Biden is likely to meet with the President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Chancellor Olaf Scholz on October 18. These discussions may touch on important international topics, especially in light of current global conflicts.
Why is Biden’s visit important?
This visit is important not only for Germany but for the whole world. The key point is that Biden plans to discuss with European allies further actions to support Ukraine, which continues its struggle against Russian aggression. The agenda will also include issues related to the war in the Middle East.
Interestingly, this visit also has symbolic significance – it will serve as a kind of “farewell” from Biden to Europe before the US presidential elections.
Behind the Scenes
However, many analysts are convinced that the real reason for the visit of the American president is not just a gesture of courtesy. In fact, his urgent arrival is prompted by alarming news from German intelligence: they have announced that they have information about the Kremlin preparing for a future attack on NATO. And there is very little time left until D-Day – only 3-4 years. This is a miserably short term for the normal preparation of Europeans for a full-scale confrontation.
Since the USA is also a member of NATO and the main deterrent force against Russia, such news is crucial for the States. They directly affect the future policy of any of the newly elected presidents.
Why the Visit Was Postponed
Initially, Biden’s trip to Germany was planned for last week, but it had to be postponed due to the hurricane “Milton” in Florida. This also led to the postponement of an important meeting in the “Ramstein” format, where issues of assistance to Ukraine with the participation of Biden and Volodymyr Zelensky were to be discussed.
What It Means for Ukraine and the World
It is obvious that this visit will focus on security and stability issues in the world. The USA continues to actively support Ukraine in its struggles, as well as seeking ways to resolve conflicts in the Middle East. Interestingly, this visit may provide a new impetus for the further actions of Western allies.
In your opinion, what consequences will this visit have for Ukraine and the world? Will Biden be able to achieve important agreements? Share your thoughts in the comments.
