JAPAN: New PM Kishida calls 31 October election
New Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has called the Lower House election for 31 October, in a move designed to capitalize on his initial poll bounce and the current low Covid-19 case numbers. The new cabinet sees both continuity and change, with Taro Aso being replaced after a… Become a member to read the rest […]
CZECH REPUBLIC: ANO set to win, but government formation could get complicated
The ruling Action of Dissatisfied Citizens (ANO) is set to win the elections to the Chamber of Deputies and get a first chance at forming the next cabinet. ANO’s prospects of securing a majority in parliament depend largely on the performance of its potential coalition par… Become a member to read the rest of […]
LATAM PULSE
This week, Mexico’s electricity sector counter-reforms are in the legislature, where they could muffle recent speculation about the battle to eventually succeed President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador (AMLO). Political tensions in Peru are rising. In Ecuador, talks between the gove… Become a member to read the rest of this article
WEEKLY POLITICAL COMPASS
The US trade representative will outline Washington’s approach to China trade. Fumio Kishida is Japan’s 100th prime minister. Exploratory coalition talks could officially begin in Germany. Meanwhile, candidate registration will end in the Philippines, lower house elections will b… Become a member to read the rest of this article
From Gaps to Growth: Equity as a Path to Prosperity
Mary C. Daly
Argentina: Transitory Needs and Permanent Problems
This week the government announced a plan for 55-year-old women and 60-year-old men to obtain their retirement if they are unemployed and meet a contribution requirement. The logic of the measure is that it is not easy for this group reintegrating into the labor market, much more… Become a member to read the rest […]