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Economy and ecology

Decline by design

Europe’s underinvestment isn’t just slowing growth — it’s fuelling inequality and aiding the far right gain ground. Changing course is still possible

By David Harrison

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Economy and ecology

What will it take to beat the far right?

The far right feeds on economic despair and exclusion. Only policies that deliver security, dignity and belonging can starve it

By Adriana Abdenur

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Economy and ecology

Driving in circles

While Europe is hesitating over its 2035 combustion engine ban, others are setting the rules for the electric future

By Claudia Detsch

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Economy and ecology

This year’s fires are only the beginning

Climate change is already uprooting people within Europe. But the EU has yet to create a framework fit for the crisis

By Daniel Harper

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Economy and ecology

Trump’s tariff tsunami hits Brazil

Brazil is pursuing partners across the globe, turning pressure into opportunity. Could Europe play a pivotal role?

By Monica Hirst

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Economy and ecology

Decision-making in the face of chaos

In a world unsettled by deglobalisation, technological upheaval and constant uncertainty, business as usual has become the riskiest gamble of all

By Dambisa Moyo

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Economy and ecology

Partners, rivals and something in between

From trade to climate, EU-China relations are facing a stress test. Yet joint solutions are urgently needed

By Claudia Detsch, Niels Hegewisch

picture alliance / SZ Photo/Olaf Schülke

Economy and ecology

The price of inequality

From rising mental health problems and social disconnection to higher crime rates and poorer physical health, inequality tears apart the social fabric

By Kate Pickett

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Economy and ecology

The delicate art of natural-resource diplomacy

Weapons need cobalt. AI needs lithium. And countries will do whatever it takes to get them first

By Daniel Litvin

Economy and ecology

Mutually assured construction

While Europe is economically integrated, investment remains erratic. A European Investment Community could steady the flow and power future growth

By David Harrison