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The Golden Triangle’s City Built on Dirty Money
For decades, the Golden Triangle, a region wedged between Thailand, Myanmar and Laos along the Mekong River, has been synonymous with opium production, organised crime, and rebel militias. In recent years, in the northern part of Laos, the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (SEZ) has come under the control of Chinese casino mogul Zhao Wei, since his Hong Kong registered company, Kings Romans, leased the land for 99 years.
Reform or Facade? Pezeshkian’s Challenges in Transforming Iran
The reformist Masoud Pezeshkian, is Iran’s newly elected president, an election between hope and disgust amongst people.
A Crossing of Two Hands? The European Youth and The EU Bubble
Paulina Ríos Maya and Liz Morán explore the dynamic and sometimes fraught relationship between the European youth and the EU Bubble, examining how this relationship shapes the future of the European project.
WHAT PROSPECTS FOR EU ENLARGEMENT? HOW KOSOVO AND UKRAINE SHAPED THE EU ENLARGEMENT
The Kosovo War (1998-1999) and the ongoing Ukraine War (2022) both significantly influenced the EU’s approach to enlargement strategies.
Post – Security Law: The Dawn of Hong Kong Financial Hub?
Will Hong Kong retain its status as an international financial hub following the passing of the national security law? This article examines China’s economic goals, recent geopolitical shifts, and initiatives like the Belt and Road and Greater Bay Area, while assessing Hong Kong’s unique financial strengths and future.
(Article) Elections to the Catalan Parliament: Life beyond independence
In the Catalan elections last May, voters opened a new window on their political reality: new parties, new priorities and, above all, a lot of uncertainty. Who will be the next President of the Generalitat?
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.
EU Affairs: Moving Towards Green Legislation in the Austrian and European Elections of 2024
With the elections of 2024 occurring, the importance of green energy and the reduction of carbon emissions is integral to progress. Looking into Austria and Europe’s actions, scientists are investigating how much action has been taken, while also looking into future policies moving forward.
EU Elections. New EU citizens priorities: security and defence in the spotlight
Europe’s defence and security has become the main concern of political parties and citizens. All electoral programmes contained proposals on this issue.