Tag "referendum"
What does Turkey’s referendum result mean for the country’s future?
The narrowness of Turkey’s referendum result is arguably the worst outcome possible, denying the country the political stability many had predicted.
The Week Ahead
Uncertainty hits the oil markets. Tensions heat up between Scotland and Westminster. Corruption scandal in Brazil hits dozens across the political spectrum. All in The Week Ahead. Time to look at oil markets
The potential short-term benefits of changing Turkey’s constitution
On April 16, Turks will vote on proposed changes to Turkey’s constitution, which would grant more powers to the president.
Why Italy’s referendum carries risks for the entire EU
Attention is turning to Italy constitutional referendum, where Renzi has said he will resign if he loses the vote. Many fear that the prevailing anti-establishment mood will defeat the government.
After Brexit, Eastern Europe remains loyal, for now
After Brexit highlighted fears over immigration, the EU needs to listen better to its citizens. While Western members face uncertainty, Eastern Europe remains loyal to the EU, for now.
Yes or No, Brexit has already changed the UK
With the Brexit referendum less than a month away, the UK has already been changed by the debate.
Weekly Risk Outlook
Greece begins sending back migrants to Turkey. Peruvians head to the polls. Reserve Bank of Australia reacts to changes in AUD. Netherlands votes on EU-Ukraine agreement. All in the Weekly Risk Outlook.
The Political Risks of a ‘remain’ Brexit vote for the Conservative Party
David Cameron’s gamble to call a referendum on Britain’s EU membership may seem to have succeeded if the outcome will go against a Brexit. The reality will be more unpredictable,
Switzerland’s Trump and the rise of the right
Xenophobia in Europe is not the product of the refugee crisis. An indepth case study of Switzerland charts the rise of Christopher Blocher and the right. What many observers forget
The impact of the independence of Kurdistan
In this second of two articles on Kurdistan, GRI examines the likely repercussions of an independent Iraqi Kurdistan. The previous article made the case that this is a good time
