Has Global Political Polarization Fueled a Spiral of Attacks on Politicians?
We have seen a rising number of physical attacks on politicians worldwide, including two recent attempted assassinations—one in Slovakia and another in Pennsylvania. Where do these stone-age-like practices lead us in the 21st century, and how did we get here?
Achieving Effective Policy Advising in the EU: Its Challenges and the European Green Deal
Policy advising plays an exceptionally crucial role in the EU’s legislative process and represents a pivotal instrument in the production of quality policy. Yet, because of the EU’s specific features and the alternative interests within politics, achieving effective policy advising is no easy task, particularly for the European Green Deal.
Serbia’s Lucrative Global Arms Trade: A Glimpse Into its Secrecy, Scheme, and Double-Edged Sword
By leveraging its relatively robust military industry, Serbia has managed to covertly capitalise on its arms exports for lucrative and geopolitical motives. With international pressure growing against Serbia, partly as a consequence of its own gaffes, the question arises as to whether such lucrative endeavors will persist to be politically worthwhile.
Democratic Deficit as an Obstacle to EU-Level Parliamentary Legitimacy in External Relations
The EU’s internal democratic deficit’s extent is debatable. Yet, it seems clear that democratic standards are lacking more in the EU’s external action. How so?
The 2024 European Parliament Elections: The Right-Wing Surge and Why Vote
With predictions forecasting a surge in ring-wing political groups in the upcoming European elections in June, the status quo of the EU could experience drastic changes.
Catch Me if You Can: How the Spanish-Catalan Dispute Became European
Since the 2017 declaration of independence, the struggle between Catalan separatism and the Spanish government has transcended borders, with the fate of the Catalan politicians who fled the country to avoid prosecution as its centerpiece.
Hungarian Public Opinion: The Separation of People and State
The policies of the Hungarian have increasingly isolated major sections of Hungarian public opinion from Fidesz’s positions. Here we shed light on the lesser known but equally noteworthy tools used by the Fidesz government to influence, and at times censor, opinions of Hungarians.
Retreat in Ukraine, Escalation in Moldova: Time for a European Armoury?
As the Russian offensive in Ukraine picks up pace and the European leaders have conflicting views on supporting the defenders in Kyiv, trouble brews up in Moldova. What’s NATO’s next move?
Win-Win or Trojan Horse? Assessing Chinese FDI in Central and Eastern Europe
In a world marred by geopolitics, what do Chinese investments in Europe mean for the EU? Do these financial manoeuvres mark a collaborative milestone or a strategic ploy?
Sticks and Stones: The Dire State of Italian (and European) Armaments Production
The war in Ukraine pushes Europeans to embrace their guns. But what about those who gave up theirs?
