Germany's Economic Decline Fuels Right-Wing Shift

Germany is facing economic challenges, including a decline in manufacturing output and high energy prices, leading to the country being dubbed the "sick man of Europe." These challenges, particularly in the energy sector, could benefit right-wing parties. The reliance on renewable technologies and the goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2045 have raised doubts about the feasibility of Germany's sustainability goals. The volatility of renewable energy and the need for conventional energy to fill gaps pose difficulties and high costs for industry. Uncertainty about energy prices has contributed to a decline in business sentiment. As a result, there is a growing shift to the right in German politics, with the right-leaning Alternative for Germany party gaining popularity.