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Elections in Russia – consolidation of power, not democracy and legitimacy

Russia Oleksandr Levchenko - September 22, 2026.

From 18–20 September 2026, Russia held elections to the State Duma, regional parliaments and local self-government bodies, as well as gubernatorial elections in several regions. Formally,...

Central European experience could help EU to revive growth

Economy Marcin Piatkowski - September 21, 2026.

European policymakers have spent the past few years asking how Europe can become economically more like the United States or China. But they are overlooking the...

‘Discourage’ votes are reshaping the race for the new UN Secretary-General

Politics Tomorrow's Affairs Staff - September 21, 2026.

On 19 September, Michelle Bachelet withdrew her candidacy for Secretary-General of the United Nations, a day after she received only one ‘encourage’ vote, eleven ‘discourage’...

What is the scope of fast food diplomacy between the US and China?

Companies TA | AP Insight - September 21, 2026.

China and the United States are divided on many issues, from tariffs and technology to Taiwan. But there is one thing tying them together: fast...

France’s fiscal reckoning is a warning, not a model

Economy Daniel Lacalle - September 21, 2026.

France offers a crucial lesson for every advanced economy tempted to confuse the size of the state with economic strength. A generous welfare system, high taxation...

Renewing the European project needs political courage

EU Janis A. Emmanouilidis - September 21, 2026.

In her latest State of the Union address, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reached back almost 80 years for inspiration, invoking the 1948...

Broader economic trends point to higher interest rates regardless of what the Fed does

Economy TA | AP Insight - September 20, 2026.

President Donald Trump has renewed his attacks on the Federal Reserve after it hiked its benchmark interest rate Wednesday, but the Fed matters less than...

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