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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.
The Cost of Living in a Politically Fragmented Europe
The cost of living crisis in Europe has been one of the most pressing concerns since 2021. Several measures by the national governments and the EU have failed to provide relief to the citizens. The main cause behind it is the divided approach of the political parties to handle the situation. Right wing parties favour competitiveness while the left argue for investment in public enterprises. For this economic crisis to be effectively dealt with, parties need to rise from their differences and work as a union to lift its people from economic and social insecurities.
Inside the US TikTok Ban: Exploring the Implications of the Bill on US-China Relations
This article explores the implications of the proposed bill to ban TikTok in the United States on broader US-China relations. China’s response to the ban is also an area of discussion.
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 European Defence Industrial Strategy: a new step within the European Union’s Security and Defence roadmap
The defence has become a key issue for the EU. After Russia’s invasion old needs have resurged. The EDIS sets the defence industrial policy.
Leadership in the Global South: President Lula’s and Gaza
In February 2024, President Lula attended the 37th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, promoting Brazil’s ties with the Global South. His comments labelling the Gaza conflict as genocide at the hands of Israel sparked international controversy, straining relations with Israel and affecting his domestic approval. Despite criticism, Lula remains steadfast, aligning Brazil with Global South priorities.
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