Politics
The South China Sea ruling: The view from the UK
The UK’s response to The Permanent Court of Arbitration’s recent decision on the South China Sea should avoid any miscalculation towards China.
The Week Ahead
Hillary Clinton nominated. Philippine State of the Nation. Peru government transitions. No Spanish government. Commerce releases data.
Under the Radar: Papua New Guinea gripped by nationwide civil disobedience
The government of Peter O’Neill is besieged by a wave of civil disobedience, as calls for his resignation have destabilized the country.
Erdogan’s diplomatic openings: An international power play
Erdogan’s recent openings are part of a wider strategy to better Turkey’s international standing while the country faces multiple challenges.
Uncertainty ahead for the French Parti Socialiste
The upcoming primary of the Parti Socialiste could lead to substantial political tensions within a party already severely weakened by Hollande’s term.
The rise of the right in Austria could be a political tipping point
On October 2nd, a presidential election in Austria could mark the tipping point of changing political tides and usher in a cycle of right-wing politics.
The Week Ahead
RNC tests Republican unity. IMF releases forecasts. Greek Parliament votes on reform. NATO and Gulf ministers meet. G-20 convenes.
Australia’s election sparks political and economic uncertainty
With an increasingly possible hostile Senate and party infighting, many are wondering whether this government will be able to create the stability the Australian economy needs.
Can Brazil’s Dilma Rousseff come back?
Despite poor performance of the interim government, Dilma Rousseff’s chances remain slim. Michel Temer is now seen as the lesser of two evils.
From sports to statecraft: Croatia heading for crisis
Disgruntled Croatian football fans highlight political divisions that have been causing turmoil in Croatian politics before the upcoming election.
