Hans-Dietrich Genscher
Hans-Dietrich Genscher was a significant German statesman who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Vice Chancellor of West Germany. He was known for his role in shaping Germany's foreign policy during the Cold War and was critical of Greece's refusal to condemn the Soviet Union after the KAL-007 incident, highlighting the challenges of maintaining unity within the European Community during international crises.
Born on Mar 21, 1927 (98 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 2 | 6.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 94,245 | $3,845,000 | 4,325$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,635 | $700,000 | 456$ |
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,137 | 25 | $6,900 | 4$ |
| Totals | 4 | 92,476,701 | 99,905 | $4,551,900 | 4,785$ |
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Germany:
Hans-Dietrich Genscher is mentioned in relation to his extensive diplomatic travels.
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Liechtenstein:
Hans-Dietrich Genscher was the Chancellor of Germany who spoke about NATO's expansion.
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Switzerland:
Hans-Dietrich Genscher is referenced in the context of discussions about NATO expansion and German reunification.
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Germany:
Hans-Dietrich Genscher was the Federal Minister of the Interior during the Munich Olympic attack.
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Germany:
Hans-Dietrich Genscher is also referenced in the context of past German Foreign Ministers.
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Germany:
Hans-Dietrich Genscher is also referenced in the context of past German Foreign Ministers.
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Switzerland:
Hans-Dietrich Genscher is personified as a symbol of liberal foreign policy in Germany.
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Croatia:
Genscher was a German foreign minister credited with the political recognition of the Croatian state during wartime.
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Greece:
Hans-Dietrich Genscher openly accused Greece of plunging the Community into a crisis of confidence.
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