Planning for President Le Pen
Europe must address seriously the possibility of Marine Le Pen winning, however unlikely it may seem
Human Rights and Democracy
Brexit looms large over UK election
The Prime Minister’s opportunistic decision to capitalise on her strong domestic standing is complicated by the international context
French election candidates on the European test
All major candidates see the international situation through the lens of Europe
European and foreign policy implications of Bulgaria’s election
Borissov will probably have to make some symbolic shifts on foreign policy, but he is likely to do his best to be constructive within the EU
No country for old moderates
The Dutch election has been interpreted as a victory for moderates over populists. But there are worrying signs hidden in the results.
Wilders’ 10 year plan
While Geert Wilders enjoys presenting himself as the next prime minister, in reality he is playing a longer game.
A potted history of EU referendums
EU-related referendums have a much better track record than the calamities of 2016 suggest
French elections: The demolition game heats up
So far, this French electoral cycle is something in between a roller coaster and a demolition game. The French political system is accustomed to crushing incumbents, but this time the destruction has been more inclusive
Schulz, Merkel, and Gabriel: The ebb and flow of electoral politics
For both Merkel and Schulz, the upcoming campaign will be a litmus test of their European outlook
Ten Foreign Policy Trends for 2017
Here are our ten trends (plus one bonus) that will define European foreign policy in 2017