BULGARIA: ITN to lead coalition government after Sunday’s snap election
Although the early general election on 11 July will see a close race between the center right Citizens for the European Development of Bulgaria (GERB) and the populist newcomer There Are Such People (ITN) party, the latter holds best chances of leading a reform-oriented coalition… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
UK: As England reopens, party politics remains in flux
The government is betting on the full reopening of England on 19 July, but it remains unclear what level of health system stress will be politically acceptable in winter. The new health secretary could boost fiscal conservatism in the cabinet ahead of difficult talks about… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
ITALY: M5S turmoil unlikely to affect government stability
The co-ruling Five Star Movement (M5S) plunged, once again, into deep turmoil and is now at risk of a split after a public row between its founder, former comedian Beppe Grillo, and former Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte, who had agreed to take charge of the struggling party. Conte… Become a member to read the […]
EUROPE: CEE PULSE
Romania’s government comfortably survived a motion of no confidence, but slow vaccination and rivalries within the ruling National Liberal Party are pertinent risks going forward. Russia is continuing its efforts to mitigate surging prices of food and various commodities ahead of… Become a member to read the rest of this article
EUROPE: Managing the pandemic – what we are watching
This updated weekly piece provides snapshots of how selected European governments are dealing with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to discuss any of the countries mentioned in more detail. Graph of the week France – The Delta v… Become a member to read the rest […]
POLAND: Tusk’s return could spark opposition renewal
A potential return of Donald Tusk to domestic politics could kickstart a renewal of Civic Platform (PO), the largest opposition party in parliament. However, Tusk would have to overcome multiple challenges facing PO and the wider opposition in order to effectively challenge the r… Become a member to read the rest of this article
TURKEY: Droughts set to drive up food prices, threaten electricity supplies
The latest in a series of increasingly frequent droughts is expected to produce a poor harvest this year, fueling a further rise in food prices and frustrating the government’s hopes of curbing the country’s persistently high inflation. The lack of rain is also already imp… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
RUSSIA: Government grapples with resurgent pandemic ahead of September election
The resurging pandemic will lead to new restrictions and mandatory vaccinations in multiple regions. The aggressive vaccination push will boost the country’s sluggish immunization campaign but could further lower support for the ruling United Russia party ahead of the Sept… Become a member to read the rest of this article
EUROPE: Managing the pandemic – what we are watching
This updated weekly piece provides snapshots of how selected European governments are dealing with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to discuss any of the countries mentioned in more detail. Graph of the week France – Cases, hos… Become a member to read the rest of […]
TURKEY: Some EU money while “swap line” talk makes a comeback
Despite the talk of a “positive agenda”, the 24-25 June European Council (EC) summit is unlikely to be a significant moment for the future development and improvement of Turkey-EU relations. Concrete progress in relation to the upgrading of the longstanding Turkey-EU customs unio… Become a member to read the rest of this article