Slovakia’s Crisis Deepens Under Fico: Economic Decline and Political Polarization
With Robert Fico’s return to power, Slovakia finds itself navigating turbulent waters. The country is grappling with economic hardship, crumbling healthcare, and a surge in polarizing political rhetoric. Accusations, resignations, and controversial policy decisions have correlated with increasing doubt among citizens on the nation’s trajectory.
The Reduction of International Students in Dutch Higher Education
How the Dutch government wants to reduce international students and what it means for the position of its knowledge economy.
Migration and Populism: Intertwined Factors in Dutch Euroscepticism
By placing a spotlight on perceived shortcomings in EU migration policy, the new Dutch coalition’s asylum policies––allegedly soon-to-be the “strictest” in the Union––are likely to fuel further Euroscepticism.
Türkiye’s BRICS Tendency: A Political Bisexuality
Ankara’s BRICS bid raised questions throughout the West, its traditionally-allied bloc, on the intentions of the country. Is Ankara giving up being a part of the Western alliance?
Lessons in EU-African Public Health Collaboration From the Mpox Crisis
In contextualizing the health crisis, what lessons can be learnt regarding equity within cross-border partnerships and why will robust resilience will be so important in forthcoming crises?
Singapore’s Deepfake Legislation: Can It Motivate Stronger EU Election Policies?
With deepfakes increasingly threatening election integrity, Singapore’s recent deepfakes’ ban sets a bold precedent that could inspire the EU. But can Europe find a balance between tackling manipulated content and preserving fundamental freedoms?
The EU’s Approach to Terrorism in the Middle East: Strategy and Partnerships
Can the EU’s approach to Middle Eastern terrorism truly address the root causes and secure lasting peace, or is it merely a temporary fix?
‘In Dire Straits’: The Challenges Faced by the EU Naval Operation in the Red Sea
Will the EU’s efforts at restoring safe passage in the Red Sea succeed or will it highlight the structural weaknesses of joint European security policy?
Growing Intolerance Towards LGBTQ+ Minorities in Slovakia
A tragic shooting at an LGBTQ+ bar, hateful remarks from top officials, and targeted harassment—Slovakia is witnessing a surge in anti-minority rhetorics that threatens to unravel its commitment to human rights.
The EU’s Divided Response to Israel’s Military Actions in Gaza and Lebanon
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, the European Union faces internal rifts that weaken its ability to present a unified stance on Israel’s military operations in Gaza and Lebanon.
From Empire to Eclipse: How World War 2 Shifted Global Power from Britain to America
ce hailed as the empire up upon which the sun never set, the British Empire’s grip on global dominance began to slip as World War 2 dawned. With its economic and military might wavering, Britain found itself relying on an emerging superpower, the U.S. But as the tide of war shifted, so did the balance of power, setting the stage for a new world order where American influence would eclipse the British legacy. How did the world’s greatest empire fall from grace, and what role did the U.S. play in its unraveling?
The French Strike Again… and Again: An Overview of French Collectivism
French collectivism and the strike culture it facilitates is a phenomenon that keeps the world watching. A short dive reveals what is at the core of the lore and what other States can take away from it.
