Politics
The Week Ahead
Dutch elections test Europe. Fillon tries to stabilize the French center right. Federal Reserve likely to raise rates. All in The Week Ahead.
France’s 2017 elections will impact domestic and international security
The French presidential elections will have a strong impact on domestic and international security policies.
What Alexei Navalny’s conviction means for the future of Russia
The Kremlin is already seeking to control an upcoming Russian presidential election – not the imminent election of 2018, but instead that of 2024.
Sweden’s far right gaining ground as social problems mounts
Sweden’s immigration policy is honourable but has not come without social problems — which in turn herald a political shakeup.
The Week Ahead
French elections slide into uncertainty. US rate hike likely. China GDP goal release. US administration dogged by Russian scandal. All in The Week Ahead.
Will populism flourish in wake of the Odebrecht scandal?
The corruption probe into Brazilian construction conglomerate Odebrecht could lead to increased waves of populism across Latin America.
Special Report: Is Myanmar’s honeymoon with Aung San Suu Kyi over?
Myanmar’s upcoming April by-election will be the first chance for Burmese voters to rate Aung San Suu Kyi’s performance – do not expect smooth sailing.
Anti-Euro undercurrents in Italy are spelling trouble
Political risk is intensifying in the Eurozone, specifically in France and Italy. Italy is emerging as a potential auxiliary source of risk.
A battle for the Supreme Court begins in Brazil
President Temer’s nomination of Alexandre Morales to the Supreme Court of Brazil is proving controversial due to the country’s ongoing corruption scandal.
The Week Ahead
Trump speaks to Congress. Merkel talks with Egypt. Dutch elections near end. UK, France and US call for UN sanctions against Syria. All in The Week Ahead.
