Europe
EU finance: Quantitative Easing and the cap key approach
Quantitative Easing in the Eurozone is not perfect, but a better approach may create too much risky exposure for the European Central Bank.
Can Armenia’s new defence minister reset the country’s course?
On 3 October 2016, the Armenian President, Serzh Sargsyan, implemented a number of changes in a cabinet reshuffle, which saw the appointment of a new defence minister, Vigen Sargsyan. Discussions
Regional election results point to PP minority government
Regional elections and a mutiny at the top of the Socialist party point to a minority PP administration.
4 reasons Apple should have seen EU tax ruling coming
The European Commission’s recent action against Apple is the latest in a number of antitrust cases it has brought against U.S tech firms. Despite howls of protest, Commissioner Margrethe Vestager shows no sign of toning down her policy.
5 issues Theresa May faces as Prime Minister
With Parliament returning to work, there are a number of issues that Prime Minister Theresa May faces in both the short and long term.
Belarus’ latest elections: A potential for further opening
While the election of two opposition MPs does not change Belarus’ power balance, it does show signs of a thaw towards the opposition and the EU.
Kurdistan Workers’ Party intensifies attacks in Turkey
The ongoing Kurdish separatist insurgency and the Turkish operation in Syria increase the risk of additional PKK-linked attacks throughout the country.
Three reasons why Belarus is on investors’ radar
After years of economic crisis and anaemic growth, Belarus is becoming an attractive destination to foreign investors.
Poland’s defense could help sustain its European relationship
The chilling of NATO-Russian relations in the Baltics, Poland and Eurasia is no secret. Both Russia and NATO have stepped up defense on their borders due to perceived threats. NATO
Six events that will shape Europe in the next 9 months
Europe faces a string of political and financial events that may lead to further instability in a region already battered by effects of multiple crisis.
