A new Bloomberg analysis argues that Poland, Hungary have used the largesse of the EU to undermine democracy and the rule of law.
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Maia Sandu ending the ‘rule of thieves’ in Moldova
The triumph of President Maia Sandu’s party in this year’s parliamentary elections in Moldova should put an end to the “rule of thieves”.
A ‘new ecosystem’ of pro-democracy actors countering disinformation
During his speech to the Dutch Parliament last Friday, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau argued that disinformation poses a threat to democracy.
China Attempts to Block Cultural Events in Germany, Italy
Chinese diplomats’ attempts to cancel cultural events they deem critical of Beijing recently succeeded in Germany, failing in Italy.
Czech Opposition Grabs Election Win From PM Babis
Czech center-right opposition group Together overtook Prime Minister Andrej Babis’ ANO party in a parliamentary election on Saturday.
If American Elections Were As Boring As Germany’s
Germany’s politics consists of short stay leaders and other leaders who endure. Such a scenario would make American politics boring.
Majority of Women in Iceland’s New Parliament, European First
Based on official election results released Sunday, women have more than half the seats in Iceland’s new parliament, a first in Europe.
As Merkel Bids Farewell, German Women Wish for More Equality
Angela Merkel, Germany’s first female chancellor, will be remembered for her pragmatic leadership and for being a feminist icon.
AUKUS alliance a step on path to rescuing democracy
The trilateral security alliance between Australia, the UK and the US is a test of positive globalism as an international relations paradigm.
Aukus pact delivers France some hard truths
AUKUS is a new strategic alliance to counter the Chinese threat. France is not happy but will have to learn some hard truths from it.