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Climate will alter political competition in Europe

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EUROPE

Climate politics in Europe.

Norway election is unlikely to alter energy policy

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NORWAY

Polls suggest that Conservative Party, which has led government for eight years, will not be re-elected. The smaller parties which the Conservatives usually rely on for…

Potential for protest is growing in Western Europe

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WESTERN EUROPE

Voter discontent in Western Europe.

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…

US Republicans face splits beyond Trump candidacy

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UNITED STATES

Rubio was unable to secure sufficient support in the Republican primary contest despite the overwhelming backing of the party elite. This begs the question of why the Trump…

North Macedonia vote may delay move to free EU impasse

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NORTH MACEDONIA

Polls suggest the opposition Internal Macedonian Revolutionary Organisation-Party for Macedonian National Unity (VMRO-DPMNE) will win the parliamentary elections, although the…

UK premier’s net zero gambit is unlikely to bear fruit

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UK

The main announcements included slowing the transition away from home heating systems and cars which run on fossil fuels. The first poll since the announcements shows an increase…

Immigration will threaten the unity of Denmark's left

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DENMARK

Denmark's immigration impact.

UK Labour may struggle to win majority

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UNITED KINGDOM

The key question is whether the party will win enough seats to govern by itself. Labour's prospects are boosted by the unpopularity of the ruling Conservatives and a decline in…

US political divides bring business risks

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UNITED STATES

The progressive Sanders and the moderate Biden differ greatly from Trump and the Republicans in almost all policy areas, highlighting how US politics has shifted away from a…