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US governor races will shape Trump’s policy agenda

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UNITED STATES

Currently, there are 33 Republican and 16 Democratic governors, plus one independent. However, the Democrats are ahead of the Republicans in opinion polling. Meanwhile, the…

Bosnian splits will widen ahead of October elections

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BOSNIA

Bosnia’s pre-election situation.

Honeymoon period of Panama’s Mulino will be brief

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PANAMA

Mulino assumed the candidacy late in the race, after former President Ricardo Martinelli (2009-14) was disqualified over a corruption conviction. The new president will face…

Myanmar's ethnic troubles will pose security threats

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MYANMAR

Ethnic relations, politics and security in Myanmar.

Gaza overspill is a possible risk to Balkan security

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BALKANS

After an incident in late September that left one Kosovar police officer and three Serbian gunmen dead, the dispute over Kosovo’s sovereignty has become more dangerous, prompting…

Democratic ‘blue wave’ would upset US foreign policy

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UNITED STATES

Trump’s opponents view his announcement as a political stunt amid fears of Democratic gains -- a ‘blue wave’.

Prospects for US politics in 2021

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PROSPECTS 2021

At home, his administration will focus on economic revival and reform, and on COVID-19 public health measures. In foreign affairs, Biden’s team will focus on rebuilding US…

Policing troubles will persist in France

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FRANCE

The killing of Nahel and the subsequent unrest has fuelled concerns over police brutality in France, but the union's assertive response highlights the difficulty facing the…

Medina is set for re-election in Dominican Republic

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Medina's re-election attempt follows a constitutional reform in 2015 that allows him to stand for a second consecutive term. Although the reform was contested, he had sufficient…

EU's Schengen area is likely to unravel

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EU

Greece's move put off reported attempts by some EU countries to have the country suspended from the 26-state Schengen single-travel area. However, this year's refugee and migrant…