Some Swedish political parties try to work around donation restrictions, thus the need to revisit Sweden’s lenient regulatory stance.
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Corruption Impedes Rollout Of Clean Energy In Bosnia
Attempts to take advantage Bosnia’s sustainable energy potential are being thwarted by corruption, economic interests and bureaucracy.
A Greek Scandal Reverberates As Eavesdropping Expands In Europe
Revelations that a top opposition figure’s cell phone was bugged has alarmed government, raising worries of the extent of such espionage.
Thousands In Bosnia Protest Possible Changes To Election Law
The Office of the High Representative is pushing for a new law in Bosnia that would modify both the election laws and constitution.
Sir Mo Farah reveals he was trafficked to the UK as a child
The Olympic star told BBC he was named Mohamed Farah by those who brought him from Djibouti. His real name is Hussein Abdi Kahin.
In Belarus, A Social Media Post Brings 6.5 Years In Prison
Belarus has been transformed into a Russian air base by Mr. Lukashenko, who is increasingly looking to Russia for protection.
Boris Johnson resigns as Head of the Conservative Party
After a week of mass resignation, Boris Johnson finally yielded yesterday to the pressure and resigned, blaming his exit on “the herd”.
Magnum Photographers Challenged To Picture Swiss Democracy
Magnum photographers accustomed to exploring crisis regions have been challenged to capture the quiet operation of Swiss democracy.
On the G7 plate at this time
The leaders meeting in Germany’s Bavaria state are searching for ways to support Ukraine in defending itself against Russia.
How Popular Votes Made Switzerland A Global Democracy Leader
A turning point in Swiss history was the adoption of the new federal constitution as it led to a number of significant reforms.