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Japan: A Venetian Destiny?
Japan and Venice share a similar history, but Japan should change course before that history repeats itself.
Germany: Desperately Seeking a Matteo Renzi
Germany needs its own Matteo Renzi to prepare the country for the challenges ahead
Mario Monti: Bridging Europe’s Economic Culture Gap
Former Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti on communicating between northern and Mediterranean Europe.
Italy: Lawyers Numerous, Justice Scarce
Italy has four times more layers than France, despite its similar size.
The Rise of Cheap Solar Energy
How are existing utilities reacting to solar energy becoming cost-effective?
Anti-Migrant Backlash Growing in Europe
A new Financial Times/Harris poll reveals rising anti-migration backlash in the big EU member states.
Boehner’s Berlusconi Moment
Will it take the United States 20 years to rid itself of Tea Party obstructionism?
Italian Nights: Europe’s New Trench Warfare
A not-so-imaginary chat between German and Italian economists reveals differing national views on the euro and economic cultures.
























