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Seoul’s next leader will push policy to the right

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SOUTH KOREA

A career prosecutor new to politics, Yoon faces a steep learning curve. Imposing his stamp on his fractious People Power Party (PPP) will prove difficult. His actual politics are…

Centre-right government takes power in Slovakia

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SLOVAKIA

The February 29 parliamentary elections resulted in the defeat of ruling left-nationalist Direction-Social Democracy (Smer-SD), which has led Slovakia’s government for 12 (3…

Youngkin's Virginia victory will be hard to replicate

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UNITED STATES

There has been speculation that Youngkin, who generated support from both from former President Donald Trump's camp and moderate Republicans as well as some swing voters last…

Far-right party is reshuffling Dutch populism

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NETHERLANDS

Dutch right-wing populism.

COVID poses long-term US education and earning risks

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UNITED STATES

Many school districts are now opening online, with a hybrid model or completely in-person. This comes as COVID-19 is creating a US childcare crisis that will have immediate and…

Far right stands to benefit from Dutch tensions

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NETHERLANDS

Omtzigt cited concerns over government finances as a reason for leaving the talks. The other three parties appear content with the talks and will continue negotiating.

Brazil policies focus on short-term poverty responses

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BRAZIL

The pandemic has worsened the living conditions of vulnerable people. Governmental emergency aid has temporarily lifted people out of poverty, but declining income gains, high…

Italy’s government may be more durable than expected

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ITALY

Contrary to expectations created by past tensions between the coalition partners -- the far-right League and the anti-establishment Five Star Movement (M5S) -- and by several 'own…

Polish Deal is chance to repair coalition for election

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POLAND

Although the Deal mostly comprises general and incoherent promises, it is the only serious plan for the near future in the public debate. This gives the ruling coalition a chance…

Hurricane Otis will have lasting impact in Mexico

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MEXICO

It was the most formidable Pacific storm to hit Mexico in at least 30 years, and took both the government and the population largely by surprise. Disaster risk analysis firm Enki…