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1 – 9 of 9The EU has warned Slovakia that it could face fines or blocked EU funds over concerns that the government’s judicial reforms, particularly those protecting politicians from…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285521
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Orban made the announcement during his annual State of the Nation address. For 18 months, Budapest has delayed ratifying Sweden’s NATO membership, over Stockholm's criticism of…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285311
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The plan includes investment in the skills needed for the transition from heavy industry to a greener, smarter and more electric future. Those skills are in short supply thanks to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB282403
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As Russia has increased its anti-LGBT campaign at home and abroad, the neighbouring Baltic countries have opted to promote equality. However, right-wing populist parties across…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280316
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Countries in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) are under pressure to adopt whistleblower legislation in order to combat the misuse of EU funds and other breaches of EU law. In…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB279024
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The ban, a centrepiece of the EU’s ambitious plan to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, requires carmakers in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland (the 'V4' countries…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB278730
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The new EU directive requires those member states that have a statutory minimum wage to set it in relation to indicative reference values, such as a basket of goods and services…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB272953
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Budget constraints make it difficult for the Czech, Hungarian, Polish and Slovak authorities to help households and firms suffering as a result of the economic shocks caused by…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB271258
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Prospects for Central-Eastern Europe in 2016.