EU Elections: Political divide with EU Farmers and Green Deal

European farmers across multiple countries are protesting the European Green Deal policies, citing issues with low food prices, carbon taxes, pesticide bans, and trade practices. Starting with France in 2023, the protests involve ideological divides on climate policy, national sovereignty, and urban versus rural interests. Future strategies include inclusive policy development, economic support, and education.

In the Spotlight: Diasporas and Political Mobilization

Since the 1980s, we have observed an explosive increase in the number of countries that have extended the right to vote from abroad. As a result, today diasporas play a more prominent role in politics than in the past.

This interview aims to shed light on diasporas and political mobilisation thanks to the insights of Professor Eva Østergaard-Nielsen.

Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Ruling Governments Victorious EU Elections Italy and Poland

While the Ruling coalitions in France and Germany saw poor results, voters in Italy and Poland gave a vote of confidence to their governments.

Election Countdown: Navigating Bulgaria’s Political Maze Amidst Schengen and Eurozone Struggles

The Bulgarian spiral of political instability continues. The impact of uncertainty within the fragmented political landscape on Schengen and Eurozone aspirations.

The lessons that Niger and the International Community can learn

Political upheavals have been sweeping across West Africa and the Sahel region since 2020, culminating in a coup in Niger. This has led to fears of a ‘coup belt’ developing in the area. In response, ECOWAS has taken a multipronged approach, including the imposition of sanctions and threats of military intervention to restore constitutional order

Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Lithuania President Re-elected As Nation Faces Russian Threat

President Nauseda won re-election, yet he has little time to celebrate as Lithuania must continue to prepare for potential Russian aggression.

Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Slovak Democracy At Risk, Assassination Attempt of PM

Slovak Prime Minister survived an assassination attempt, yet Slovak democracy is still on life support.