Ukraine’s Shadow: Unpacking the War’s Role in Germany’s Political Breakdown
Germany’s government coalition has fallen apart over the leveraging of disagreements on spending and support for Ukraine, leading to a political crisis and a high likelihood of early elections.
BRICS by 2049: A China-Dependent Counter to the West?
As China’s economy decelerates, concern lingers among BRICS members over whether its Chinese powerhouse can rally the bloc and revive growth to sustain the bloc’s future relevance.
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.
Risks and Rewards of an ECB Rate Cut
A powerless ECB without complementary fiscal policy?
France’s New Prime Minister Michel Barnier: A European Choice, Not a French One?
In appointing the new Prime Minister, it seems Macron has arguably opted for continuity: more Europe and a politically deadlocked France.
Prinsjesdag: A Summary of the 2025 Dutch Budget
With the end of more than a decade of centrist conservative-liberal governance, the Netherlands has moved further right, and so has its budget.
Venezuela Crisis: The Struggle for Democracy and Economic Survival
Amidst claims of electoral fraud and widespread protests, Venezuela’s political and economic crises continue to deepen, challenging the nation’s future and the stability of the region and drawing international disapproval.
