Italy in the EU: shared priorities, provocative politics
The European Parliament election may reveal if Italians prefer the populist or far-right wing of the governing coalition
The European Parliament election may reveal if Italians prefer the populist or far-right wing of the governing coalition
Having previously been a strong supporter of European integration, Rome's current dissidence within the EU has led to a dramatic weakening of cohesion between Italy and other EU member states
The security perceptions scorecard highlights the EU's ability and willingness to act as a security provider, depending on the region
The EU has thus far been unable to prevent democratic backsliding – what will it do in Hungary and Poland?
Take a look at the German party system – including the AfD’s role as largest opposition party – to understand the faultlines running under the chatter about Merkel
European politicians have made an abundance of normative speeches on Europe, but few on the politics of cooperation. German leaders’ recent interventions hint at a turning point in this trend.
Far from leading to substantive reforms, Rome’s new line on immigration risks deepening the rift in the EU
Angela Merkel finally responds to Emmanuel Macron’s Europe reform plans – but through the pages of a newspaper, and in only the most guarded of terms
Retaining what they have is largely enough for millennials – despite the fact that the majority feels that the EU is not on the right path.
Viktor Orbán’s post-victory intentions are clear: to extend Fidesz control over civil society and remaining independent media outlets. The stage is now set for the EU – with European People’s Party MEPs holding the balance – to take action on further violations of democratic principles and values.