Women in Europe are still rarely the leaders of well-known parties. Now, the two most prominent of them could possibly leave the political top level in the same week.
How the German Economy Is Falling Behind
With growth deteriorating, the day of reckoning for Germany’s economic policymakers is approaching fast.
Rare Earths: China’s Strongest Card
The U.S. imports 80% of its rare earths from China, but accounts for just 4% of China’s rare earths exports. This gives China a significant advantage.
Modernity: No Shield Against Genocide
As long as we put our short-sighted political interest above human lives, we prove we have learned little from history and are condemned to repeat it.
How Donald Trump Is Losing the Trade War
Imitation is the highest form of flattery. Trump is not so much fighting China on trade as turning the U.S. into China.
US Cuba Policy Is an Embarrassment
The Trump administration’s policy toward Cuba will only increase the antagonism between the Cuban and US governments.
Reforming South Africa’s Economy
The successful unbundling of utilities giant Eskom would aid badly needed structural reforms in the South African economy.
Political Courage Compared: US Vs. Turkey
Why is standing up to one-man rule and presidential nepotism actively pursued among AK Party grandees in Turkey, but not by Republicans in the U.S.?
US Voters: Fed Up with Corruption
Trust in the U.S. federal government is at an all time low. Democratic presidential candidates will need to convince voters that they understand their concerns.
No Deal Exit? UK Should Think Twice
Even in case of a hard Brexit, the UK would probably end up having to accept most of the Withdrawal Agreement.
























