Cultural and natural heritage is important to all of us. But we are doing ourselves a disservice if we allow national interests to come before quality.
Germany: Will the CSU Really Topple Merkel?
The demise of the current Merkel government is not the most likely outcome yet. Both CSU and CDU would have too much to lose from it.
A European Future for the Balkans? Detoured Yet Again?
The upcoming European Council Summit may well focus on migration — rather than the enlargement issue.
India: How to Deal With Rape?
India’s criminal justice system needs an overhaul. Politicians need to do far more than give in to populist impulses.
Turkish Elections: A Win That Cannot Be Stolen
Turkey’s June 24 elections and the likely runoff will be determined by the opposition’s ability to stop Erdogan’s rigging attempts.
As Goes Fenerbahce, So Does Erdogan?
Uncanny parallels between one of Turkey’s top football clubs and the outcome of Turkey’s upcoming general elections.
Battleground Britain: Brexit’s Three Dimensions
Sorting out political Brexit, economic and commercial Brexit as well as geopolitical Brexit.
Trade Wars and the Clash of Perceptions
Trump sees China as a wealthy country with many poor people, while China sees itself as a poor country with wealthy people.
Italy: The Master of Its Fate
If Italy’s government tames its radical instincts it could be allowed to get away with a few things. But if it is confrontational with the EU it will be heading for trouble.
Germany’s Coming Macron Migration Policy Shocker
Germany’s SPD has long seen Macron as a beacon of hope. But his stance on migration policy will greatly frustrate them – and rob Angela Merkel of her European cover.
























