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Normal politics will not return to Ukraine soon

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UKRAINE

The invasion has consolidated public opinion around President Volodymyr Zelensky and increased the power of the security apparatus, helping kickstart some reforms but also…

Interim government will enjoy little leeway in Peru

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PERU

Outgoing President Martin Vizcarra’s impeachment was a response to congressional dissatisfaction with his government’s policies, especially those designed to root out corruption…

Cartes will exert power behind the scenes in Paraguay

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PARAGUAY

Outgoing President Horacio Cartes has failed in his bid to be sworn in as a normal senator for the 2018-23 term. Critics claim that his motivation is to seek immunity from the…

Campaign finance constraints boost corruption in Peru

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PERU

Peru has been shaken by scandals surrounding the illicit funding of political parties and their election campaigns by corporate interests. With election costs in the ascendant and…

Kuwaiti corruption will be a key campaigning issue

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KUWAIT

Kuwait’s latest corruption scandal has led to the dissolution of the government and forced out top ministers. Its outcome highlights the extent to which the emir still manages…

Popular ire may upset ZANU-PF's Zimbabwe election plan

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ZIMBABWE

The ruling ZANU-PF party appears to be trying to control the campaign and outcome to a much greater extent than in 2018. However, this effort is being complicated by record levels…

Liberal weakness will hamper Romanian reform cause

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ROMANIA

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Local elections cast a shadow over Tanzanian democracy

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TANZANIA

The ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party won more than 99.9% of the vote in the November 24 local elections, amid an opposition boycott. While the boycott meant that a rare…

Italy's Renzi will face critical tests before year-end

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ITALY

This is a crucial step for the government before year-end, together with long-term banking issues and slowing economic recovery. The European Commission has allowed Italy…

Bolsonaro may struggle to lead Brazil's opposition

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BRAZIL

His testimony is part of an investigation of a case involving importing jewels illegally from a presidential visit to Saudi Arabia. When this case emerged, Bolsonaro was in…