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Democracy and society

Stopping democratic backsliding

After a democratic upswing at the end of the 20th century, we are now seeing an age of autocratisation. But with the right strategy, it can be stopped

By Sheri Berman

Reuters

Latin America

Nicaragua’s bloody road to fake elections

The upcoming elections in Nicaragua are being called a sham. Daniel Ortega’s predicted win will do little to end the country’s political crisis

By Gioconda Belli

Reuters

Economy and ecology

How COP26 can keep its promises

COP26 is set to place profit over principles once more. Yet, it is not too late to turn the tide and create just, fair and equitable solutions for all

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Pexels

Economy and ecology

To use gas or not to use gas?

Rising prices and the transition to green energy have made the EU weary of gas. But closing the taps on Russian gas pipelines might prove difficult

By Stanislav Kuvaldin

Reuters

Future of social democracy

How Shinzo Abe still rules Japan

In this weekend's election in Japan, the ruling LDP will most likely hold on to power — with its former leader Shinzo Abe still pulling the strings

By Sven Saaler

Reuters

Democracy and society

Is Italy's right really in decline?

The centre-left alliance has won the local elections in Italy. But it would be too early to speak of an end to the right-wing populist wave

By Michael Braun

Reuters

Democracy and society

Holding multinational corporations accountable for human rights

Most Global South countries support a UN treaty on multinational companies’ responsibility to uphold human rights. The US and EU need to stop ignoring it

By Carlos López

Reuters

Future of social democracy

Germany’s coalition: green light or stuck on amber?

In Germany's coalition talks, the SPD, FDP, and Greens have agreed on key points. While some are necessary compromises, a real vision is lacking

By Peter Bofinger