Global'I do worry about democracy’s future' Our societes are becoming increasingly polarised. To tackle this we need a systemic approach, argues Thomas Carothers By Thomas Carothers
Economy and ecologyThe growing threat of water wars Less than 3 per cent of all our water is fresh. With global warming, this already leads to tensions in and between countries By Jayati Ghosh
GlobalAntifragile states and global cities How globalisation has allowed small states to become major players and big cities to outgrow their nation-states By Branko Milanović
Asia'Having a charismatic leader really helps' Pollster David Talbot talks about Jacinda Ardern's authenticity, successful campaigning and a new, progressive narrative By David Talbot
EuropeDon't save it for later Nordic-style budget discipline won't solve the next crisis. Finland's Social Democrats want coordinated European fiscal policy By Tytti Tuppurainen
Middle East/North AfricaIt's spring again The revolution has returned to the Middle East. Young people are protesting corruption and the lack of future prospects By Jannis Grimm
EuropeThe German impasse When it comes to reforming the eurozone, Germany's defensive rhetoric of resentment and betrayal doesn't help By Adam Tooze
GlobalThe great wealth tax debate A wealth tax is no panacea to reduce inequality. But absent a better alternative, it can serve as a good second-best policy By Jean Pisani-Ferry
