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Suspension No More? Hong Kong Extradition Shift Under Fire
n 2019, Hong Kong’s proposed extradition bill sparked months of mass protests and marked the beginning of a profound shift in the city’s political landscape. A year later, Beijing’s imposition of the National Security Law was widely viewed in London as a breach of the Sino–British Joint Declaration, which had guaranteed Hong Kong a high degree of autonomy.
The New Path for Romania on the European Chessboard
Romania’s 2025 elections mark a turning point between pro-EU liberalism and rising far-right nationalism. As digital interference and foreign influence reshape its political landscape, Romania must now decide: will it become a central player in European security or remain a pawn in broader geopolitical games?
Unseen and Under Siege: What’s Next for Queer Lives in the MENA Region? (Analysis)
LGBTQIA+ communities in the MENA region have long been the subject of headlines and news reports. From having their basic rights publicly debated to experiencing multiple forms of discrimination for their mere existence, queer individuals residing in such countries have often found themselves under scrutiny or even attack. Given its longstanding, complex history characterized by patterns of legal and social repression of LGBTQIA+ individuals, the MENA region, whose political scene is largely influenced by conservative views and traditional values, has sparked heated conversation about the extent to which it has become particularly hostile for queer communities.
[ARTICLE] The First Steps of the Transition Government in Syria: The Beginning of a New Era?
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Syria faces a dire economic crisis, compounded by the civil war, the 2023 earthquake, and ongoing international sanctions. Ahmad al-Sharaa, has called several times for the lifting of sanctions, and for the removal of HTS from terrorist watchlists the United Nations, United States, and United Kingdom. Fortunately, there is evidence of a diplomatic shift.
[Analysis] Italy and European Union’s role in Central Asia
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Central Asia Countries could play a significant role in their relationship with their European partners
(Analysis) What Politicization of Academia Means for Global Education
Higher education has long been a space for intellectual exchange, innovation, and the advancement of society. Ideally, universities should remain insulated from political interference. Yet, they are often pulled into…
(Human Story) American Scientists in Search of Safe Harbor
“it’s not just impacting people and people’s health. It’s not just impacting my career. It’s impacting, you know, it’s impacting all the future research that’s going to happen that’s impacting the opportunity for individuals. It’s impacting the economy globally, and it’s also impacting our ability to respond to diseases as we go.”
A (renewed) European Union in a (renewed) global order- The EU challenges in the current global scenario
The European Union is facing an unprecedented crisis period characterised by internal as well as external challenges.
The internal cohesion of the EU is undermined by populist forces that push for a nationalist agenda and wish to either weaken the EU or to employ it as a tool to achieve their own national goals. The presence of these polarising political forces within the EU institutions represent a concrete obstacle to effective decision-making.
The rise of Morocco as an industrial Hub: opportunities and challenges
With its strategic location, natural resources and cheap labour force, Morocco is drawing major foreing investments in automotive manufacturing and EV batteries. But as Chinese capitals grow, complications with Western partners arise in an era of renewed protectionism.
European Affairs: Slovakia’s Culture under the Fico Government
In Slovakia, Fico’s current government is slowly dismantling the vibrant culture of Slovakia. The alterations to the public broadcaster and the halting of funds by the Culture Minister are both moments of cultural repression. The Slovakian National Gallery and other institutions are still being harmed by discriminatory policies.