Pay close attention to the sections on the U.S. dollar and trade policy; Braml views these as more significant indicators of modern power than traditional military alliances.
Braml argues that Europeans have long clung to the "illusion" that the United States is a reliable, altruistic protector. He posits that the U.S. has transitioned into a "geo-economic" power that prioritizes its own national interests—often at Europe's expense—and that the era of dependable transatlantic partnership is over. Josef Braml Die Transatlantische Illusion Die...
The book (The Transatlantic Illusion: The New World Order and How We Can Assert Ourselves Within It) by Josef Braml is an analytical look at the shifting power dynamics between Europe and the United States. Pay close attention to the sections on the U
The final chapters focus on "strategic autonomy." Braml argues Europe must develop its own military capabilities, financial independence, and energy security to survive the new world order. Reading Guide: How to Approach the Book He posits that the U
He analyzes how the "Systemic Rivalry" between the U.S. and China leaves Europe caught in the middle, risking becoming a mere "plaything" of superpowers if it doesn't unite.