Democracy and societyScotland’s independence debate reboots Last week, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon officially launched the SNP’s independence campaign. But will it ever be able to deliver on its promises? By Anthony Salamone
European integrationMoldova’s European leap of faith In light of Europe’s new security context, the European Council Summit would do well to move Moldova an inch closer to integration By Mihai Mogildea
Foreign and security policyHow Russia is trying to compete with NATO Through the CSTO, Russia is trying to become a regional peacekeeper, but it is unlikely that the organisation can be an alternative to NATO By Rosa Turarbekova
European integrationA turning point for EU integration? After many years of stalling, the EU could revamp its integration process in the western Balkans and send a clear signal toward Russia and China By Bojan Stojkovski
Future of social democracyBelarus’ independent trade unions are under threat The clampdown on independent trade unions – and the severe impacts of decades of neoliberal reforms – have left Belarus’ labour force vulnerable By Maria Taradetskaya
Future of social democracyColombia votes for social justice Gustavo Petro and Francia Márquez achieved a historic victory for the Colombian left. They can now set their country on a just, safe, and green path By Oliver Dalichau
Future of social democracyA social-democratic decade ahead? Austria’s SPÖ has surged in recent polls, while the conservatives have imploded. Is this another sign that Europe’s Zeitgeist is moving to the left? By Robert Misik
Democracy and societyTunisia’s democracy is under pressure The intense power struggle between President Saied and the parliament is threatening to destroy the democratic achievements of the Arab Spring By Hamadi Redissi