Is Portugal on the path to solid economic recovery?
Portugal has turned its economy around, slashing the deficit. This should boost investor confidence, but rating agencies won’t take Lisbon off the junk pile.
Analysis
EU Defence Union: The end of soft power?
Brexit, Trump, but also Macron’s victory have given fresh impetus to EU defence cooperation. Concrete initiatives were launched last week.
Two Turkish teachers are prepared to starve to break “the atmosphere of fear”
Nuriye Gülmen and Semih Özakça have been on hunger strike for more than two months since being dismissed under Turkey’s post-coup purge. But international solidarity grows.
Corruption is the elephant in the room
Corruption weakens economies, deepens inequality and undermines democracy. And the citizens are always left to foot the bill. It’s time to say enough is enough.
Chemical attacks and other motivations behind Trump’s recent raids
International finger-pointing exacerbates rising tensions. Only a thorough investigation can reveal those responsible for the chemical attack in Khan Sheikhoum.
This is why Orbán will capitulate on the question of the CEU
The protests for saving the Central European University get help from an unexpected ally – Trump.
Deciphering Europe’s ‘populist moment’
The growing divide between the winners and losers of globalisation is fertile ground for isolationism. Only by understanding this divide can we address it.
Erdoğan’s relative wants to build a pro-government militia
Amid declining public support and ahead of the upcoming referendum, Erdoğan’s closest circles take radical steps to stay in power.
Is the European Union falling apart?
Stagnant economy, refugees flocking on the borders, terrorist attacks, deepening inequalities, rampant populism. What can still be done to save the European project?
The EU’s future could hinge on the next occupant of the Élysée
The result of this year’s election will determine France’s place in the world and affect the future of Europe for years to come. A battle for the country’s soul
