Theresa May and the Bitter Tears of Brexit
The prime minister’s resignation and a resounding victory for the Brexit Party are shaking up UK politics.
New Elections Loom as Austria Government Implodes
A scandal involving the far-right has caused the Kurz government to implode. But reports of the FPO’s death are greatly exaggerated.
Pushing the Growth Button on Europe’s Slowing Economy
A European ‘Belt and Road’ might be what the EU needs to lift the continent out of its economic doldrums.
Global Forecast: EU Parliament Election Round-Up
Europeans will soon head to the polls in what are likely the most important European Parliament elections ever.
Socialists Win Big in Spain Elections
Spain’s general election saw big gains for the Socialists and the far-right Vox party, and a historically poor result from the once-powerful People’s Party. Now the coalition building process begins.
The EU & The South China Sea Dispute
The EU is walking a fine line on the South China Sea dispute, but can the policy hold over the long-term?
Rome and Brussels Headed for Round Two in Budget Fight
The December compromise was more temporary ceasefire than lasting peace agreement.
Germany’s Export Dip: Harbinger of an EU Recession?
The latest economic data out of Germany does not bode well for growth on the Continent. Are we headed for a new European downturn?
Moldova’s February Elections and Regional Geopolitics
With recent elections producing a political stalemate, we can expect more of the same from Moldova’s foreign policy.
Italy Returns to the Horn of Africa
After a three-decade absence from the Horn of Africa, Italy is re-engaging with the region – and its ambitions go well beyond the issue of migration.