Ukraine: Ukraine’s economy on an uncertain path following Russian invasion
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is now well into its sixth week and the military landscape has evolved significantly. Initially,...
News Category: Politics
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Peru: President Castillo reshuffles cabinet for the fourth time following prime-ministerial resignations
On 9 February, President Pedro Castillo swore in the fourth cabinet of his short tenure at the helm of the... -
Portugal: Incumbent Socialist Party secures majority in January’s snap election, signaling stability ahead
Incumbent Prime Minister António Costa surprised analysts by securing a sweeping majority in parliament for his center-left Socialist Party (PS)... -
Chile: Boric and Kast to face off in run-off; political gridlock likely regardless of victor
In the 21 November presidential elections, Gabriel Boric, of the left-wing Apruebo Dignidad alliance, and right-wing J.A. Kast, of the... -
Sweden: Sweden elects first female prime minister, twice
On 24 November, the Swedish parliament voted for Magdalena Andersson to become the country’s new prime minister, replacing her outgoing... -
Belarus: Belarusian ruble collapses amid fresh round of sanctions
The Belarusian ruble suffered significant losses in November, with the depreciation intensifying shortly after the announcement of a new round... -
Romania: Romania’s new coalition government ends political crisis but raises concerns over fiscal consolidation
On 25 November, following two failed attempts, Nicolae Ciuca’s new coalition government won more than 70% of the vote in... -
Japan: LDP retains lower house majority and Fumio Kishida reelected as prime minister, announces fresh stimulus package
On 31 October, Japan went to the polls to elect all 465 members of the powerful lower house of the... -
Chile: Presidential race grows more polarized; large policy swings are on the horizon
On 21 November, Chileans will head to the polls to elect a president, the lower house of parliament and around... -
Japan: What’s at stake in the 31 October general election?
On 4 October, Fumio Kishida replaced Yoshihide Suga as prime minister of Japan following his victory in the ruling Liberal...