EUROPE: The politics of exit strategies
Following this week’s macro piece on the politics of lockdown exit, this note provides an updated overview of the strategies currently being planned by selected European governments. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to discuss any of the countries mentioned i… Become a member to read the rest of this article […]
EUROPE: CEE PULSE
Most countries in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) appear to have largely contained the spread of Covid-19 and are taking steps to reopen their economies. Croatia and the Czech Republic are some of the regional leaders in this respect, while Hungary is taking a more cautious appr… Become a member to read the rest […]
HUNGARY: Covid-19 response bill raises new rule of law concerns
The unspecified duration of the state of the emergency allows Prime Minister Viktor Orban (Fidesz) to exercise special powers longer than needed to handle the Covid-19 outbreak. While such powers could be used to silence government critics and prevent public demonstrations, Orban… Become a member to read the rest of this article