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Broken Republik - In Conversation with Chris Reiter and Will Wilkes

On Thursday, 2 October 2025 from 6.30 to 7.30pm members are invited to attend an event with Andra Riemhofer being in discussion with Chris Reiter and Will Wilkes about their latest publication Broken Republik: The Inside Story of Germany’s Descent into Crisis. For decades, post-war Germany was seen as a model of recovery, admired for its economic strength, political stability, and cultural influence. Major firms like Mercedes-Benz, Siemens, and Bayer became global leaders, and reunification after the fall of the Berlin Wall appeared seamless. Germany seemed to guide the course of Europe. However, even at its peak, there were signs of fragility, particularly a lack of cohesive national identity. As conditions shifted, these cracks widened. Industrial scandals, overreliance on Russian energy following the nuclear phase-out, and deepening inequality contributed to growing instability and the rise of the far-right AfD. In Broken Republik, journalists Chris Reiter and Will Wilkes explore how Germany, despite its past successes, now finds itself ill-equipped to face mounting challenges. Their account is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the country’s current political and social unraveling. Chris Reiter has worked as a journalist covering economics, politics and business news. For more than twenty years, he has been based in Berlin where he has chronicled Germany’s political and economic struggles. He is a senior editor for Bloomberg after previously reporting for Reuters and Dow Jones Newswire. Will Wilkes is based in Frankfurt and has spent his working life writing about Germany, travelling across the country to talk with politicians, executives, union leaders, and workers. From terrorism to economic crises to the resurgence of the far right, he has reported on the country's mounting challenges and fraying social cohesion. He currently writes for Bloomberg and has previously written for Market News International and The Wall Street Journal. Andra Riemhofer is an independent German business development consultant with a solid educational background in business and intercultural communication. Her most recent book Doing Business in Germany, Second Edition — How to Work Successfully with Germans published in January 2025, is a comprehensive guide on how to interact with Germans to develop long-lasting business relationships.