Turning point in Malta? A new approach to EU migration management
The new government in Italy is providing a sliver of hope for stalled migration talks in Europe
Migration
A win for Orbán? Hungary and the new European Commission
The man nominated to encourage democratic norms among the EU’s neighbours has overseen the degradation of Hungary’s own standards. The damage could already be done.
Hungary and the EU: When streetfighters enter coffee-houses
Viktor Orbán may reject the EU’s way of doing things. But the political maelstrom he has helped unleash could equally see him floored
Cherry-picking Europe: Migration and economic management in Malta
Economic freedom vs security cooperation- Malta's commitment to EU integrations remains fragmented by national interests.
Into the jungle
Europeans and Americans are failing to coordinate their Russia policies. At a time when the old world order is disappearing fast, their loss of normative unity may actually be helpful.
Global Compact: Can it build a new story about migration?
Even the mere willingness of so many states to sign up to the new pact may herald a new challenge to zero-sum thinking on migration
Morocco, the EU, and the migration dilemma
Greater numbers of migrants arriving in Spain from Morocco has put both states under pressure, but the partnership could set a good strategy on migration
Europe’s migration lessons for Japan
Japan's workforce is ageing fast and lawmakers are working to reform the country's immigration laws – what lessons can Europe teach Japan?
More for less? Europe’s new wave of ‘migration deals’
North African governments may feel they have the EU over a barrel on migration flows. But Europe must set tough conditions on any new aid it gives to them
Back to Frontex: Europe’s misguided migration policy
This month's proposal for strengthening Frontex shows the EU is privileging the protection of state borders over the protection of people's lives