The Political Crossroads of the 21st Century: The Three Competing Visions of Society
Understanding history is fundamental to effectively plan for the future. When historical events are misinterpreted, however, it can lead to significant consequences.
Hungary Tightens Grip on Public Sphere with Proposed Foreign Agents Law
Hungary’s law could punish journalists and NGOs receiving EU funds or donations.
Hungary’s Eastern Turn: Moscow’s Growing Influence, and Budapest’s Rift With Its Western Allies
As Hungary becomes the outcast of Europe, Orbán’s government strengthens ties with Russia and cracks down on civil rights. The influence of China and Moscow increases, and the rule of law concerns continue to grow.
Can Ekrem Imamoğlu, Istanbul’s Imprisoned Mayor, Become a Turkish Nelson Mandela?
Türkiye had been singing the song “Go West” for centuries. Now the country is nearing a point of no return. At this critical juncture, Türkiye will either join the league of Asian autocracies, or change its course back to European oriented democratic tradition.
Poland’s Rule Under PiS and the Usefulness of ‘Illiberalism’ as an Academic Concept
How does the rise of ‘illiberalism’ in Poland challenge the concept’s usefulness in political analysis?
Wilders to Trump: The Dutch and US Populist Approaches to the Ukrainian Conflict
The United States and the Netherlands, both key Western allies, have played significant roles in supporting Ukraine following Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. As the U.S. recalibrates its stance on Ukraine—debating military aid, economic support, and long-term strategic commitments—populist movements on both sides of the Atlantic are influencing the conversation.
The TUSIAD Case: The Inevitable Divorce of Erdoğan and Türkiye’s Business Elites
What began as a strong partnership between TUSIAD, Türkiye’s largest business organisation, and the AK Party’s Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has turned into a fierce political rift, with the business elite now facing trial for criticising the leader they once fervently supported.
The Beginning of the End? Hungary’s Reshaped Political Landscape and Economic Crisis
The unfolding crises in Orbán’s Hungary: a crumbling economy, political scandals and the swift rise of the opposition.
Filling the Niche: Orbán’s Political Opportunism in Light of Hungarian EU Presidency
With Hungary’s term at the Presidency coming to an end, we will analyze Hungary’s impactfulness, outline Viktor Orbán’s political proceedings and discuss how the future may look for the Hungarian PM, and if there is any value in being an outcast.
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.
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.
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.
