Top Ten Reasons Germany dominates Europe
- German has a large population. The largest in the EU, I believe, far greater than France or the UK. (thanks for the correction, Johannes Fischbach!
- Germany's economy is based on exports, backed by a very solid reputation of German engineering prowess. This helps them to be the biggest contributor to the EU. (They get the greatest benefit from it too, since the great majority of the exports go to the rest of the EU. No tarriffs, same currency=good for export business.)
- Germany's populace work together in a way some other countries do not: the needs of society really are considered above the needs of the individual.
- Germany's export-oriented economy depends on deadlines that must be met. This ends up affecting all off society positively.
- Germany is very procedure-oriented. They follow rules well.This kind of approach, while slower and less exciting than some nationalities, instills a conscientious thoroughness in the German psyche. Which pays off.
- Germany has a very stable government compared to many EU countries(*cough, cough* Italy, for example)
- While her star is beginning to wane, Frau Merkel has long been considered the most sensible and practical politician and Europe and whole-heartedly and enthusiastically supports the EU.
- Germany is risk averse. This pays off in a Union like the EU.
- Germany is centrally located. Considering its population size and its location, in West Central Europe, along with its access to coast, this gives an advantage that allows it to dominate politically and economically.
- Germany has delicious beer. And everything that comes with it, including rich and fertile land. Here's a picture of that land.
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