News archive 3/2023 for International Politics and Society | IPS Journal

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European integration

Not a matter for technocrats

The European Commission wants to expand its ability to steer economic policy. Democratic control is needed to prevent forced austerity measures

By Dominika Biegon

Reuters/ Pilar Olivares

Democracy and society

Peru’s democracy is under threat

Three months after the arrest of ex-President Castillo, violence persists in Peru. What is needed now is mediation from outside

By Wolf Grabendorff

Reuters/Umit Bektas

Democracy and society

Extraordinarily dramatic, even by Turkish standards

Erdoğan is known for putting on a show. The new opposition candidate is the opposite – precisely what could make Kılıçdaroğlu his toughest competitor

By Henrik Meyer

Reuters/Thilo Schmuelgen

Democracy and society

A conjured-up polarisation endangers democracy

European societies are less polarised than we are led to believe. Yet, this alleged divide is benefitting undemocratically minded politicians

By Johanna Lutz

Wikimedia

Democracy and society

A beacon of hope for Russia’s cultural scene

The future of Russia’s once world-class culture doesn’t look bright. Its greatest hope lies in its creative music scene

By Roland Bathon

Reuters/Dan Kitwood

European integration

A seven-year struggle comes to an end

The EU Commission and the British government settle key disputes over Northern Ireland. Still, Brexit remains an obstacle

By Jens Zimmermann, Michèle Auga

Reuters

Economy and ecology

Morocco's women can lead the way to a green future

Investing in women is not only a matter of social justice but also a smart strategy for building a sustainable and resilient world

By Fadoua Brour

Reuters/Noelia Deniz

Democracy and society

High time for equal p(l)ay

The emancipation of women’s football is in full swing. Federations must move with the times and stop treating female players as second-class athletes

By Helene Altgelt