Politics
London’s mayoral race descends into typecasting
The London 2016 mayoral election has descended into personal attacks and identity politics, worrying for a position to lead a global city.
Haiti’s electoral imbroglio: once again, no vote
Haiti’s presidential and legislative run-off elections were postponed for a fourth time, and the provisional government currently in place will last longer than the original 120 days accorded on 5
Why Kazakhstan may prefer political stability
Kazakhstan’s political system continues to be structured by informal power networks that revolve around President Nazarbayev’s capacity to maintain stability.
Weekly Risk Outlook
Deadline to form Spanish government hits. Indiana primary will be decisive. Cameron speaks to Commons re Brexit. UK elections test Labour strength.
Zambia’s president faces tough choices ahead of August election
A shrinking economy, violent escalations, and a possible IMF bailout have put Zambia’s President Lungu in a difficult position ahead of 2016 election.
La Nuit Debout: the new French Indignants?
Since the protest against the draft labour reform began on the 31st of March, the Place de la République in Paris has been overcrowded every night.
The ICC and the Kenya 2017 elections
The ICC’s termination of the case against Deputy President William Ruto alters the risk of violence in Kenya’s 2017 elections and enhances the Jubilee Coalition’s prospects of maintaining power. In
Brazil’s impeachment saga: Assessing a potential Temer administration
With Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff facing impeachment, the potential is mounting for political leadership to shift into the hands of VP Michel Temer.
Is Hollande politically finished?
French President Francois Hollande is now at his weakest political standing yet, with his own party uncertain over his candidacy in the 2017 elections.
Russia’s parliamentary elections pose political risk
In 2016, the Russian political system could face its moment of truth.
