Unwanted partner? Germany and Ukraine (1991-2022)
Journal: Current Issues of Mass Communication
Year: 2024

The authors’ analysis focuses on Germany’s engagement in the processes of democratic transformations, the establishment of a free-market economy, bringing Ukraine closer to the European Union, and efforts to achieve peace in the Russia-Ukraine War. Despite Ukrainian government declarations of bilateral cooperation willingness with Germany, chancellors prioritized cooperation with Russia, unquestioningly acknowledging Ukraine’s affiliation with the Russian Federation’s sphere of influence. The te