Bangladesh, Feb. 17 -- Germany is set to hold federal elections on February 23, an event that will shape not only the countrys domestic trajectory but also its foreign relations. While Middle Eastern governments may not have placed these elections high on their agenda, overlooking their significance would be a mistake. The changing landscape of international relations offers Middle Eastern countries an opportunity to engage with Germany and the European Union strategically. Given the EUs economic and immigration pressures, there is room for mutually beneficial partnerships that could enhance diplomatic and economic ties between the two regions.

Five key candidates are vying to become Germanys next chancellor, each offering distinct polic...