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Czechia 2026 Outlook: Coalition fragility and shifting policy priorities
Czechia is likely to enter 2026 without abrupt systemic change, but with a political trajectory that gradually reshapes institutional balances and policy priorities.
12 hours ago2 min read


Slovakia 2026 Outlook: Pre-election tensions meet a fiscal squeeze
While the parliamentary election is scheduled for 2027, the political battles will already intensify in 2026 – and they will collide with the tangible effects of the latest rounds of fiscal consolidation.
6 days ago3 min read


Hungary 2026 Outlook: A Defining Election Year
Looking ahead to 2026, it is shaping up to be one of the most pivotal and consequential years for Hungary.
Jan 202 min read


Gazprom’s Grip: Russian Energy Leverage and Moldova’s Response
Moldova’s gradual shift away from Russian energy dependency has become a defining factor in its political and strategic realignment.
Nov 6, 20258 min read


Czech Parliamentary Elections 2025: Can Babiš Turn Victory Into Lasting Power?
The Czech Republic enters its 2025 parliamentary elections in an atmosphere of expectation and unease. Polls suggest Andrej Babiš is...
Oct 1, 20257 min read


Slovakia Announces Third Consolidation Package
The Slovak government has unveiled a new fiscal consolidation package aimed at reducing the public finance deficit to 4% of GDP by 2026....
Sep 18, 20256 min read


Democratic Backsliding in Europe: Rising Political Risks in a Changing Landscape in the CEE region
In recent years, Europe has experienced democratic backsliding, where once-stable democratic institutions are increasingly undermined by...
Aug 7, 20255 min read


Visegrad and Germany’s Upcoming Elections: New Opportunities or Growing Risks?
Germany is the biggest country by population and GDP in Europe and the EU; it is also a country embroiled in a political crisis that has...
Feb 20, 20254 min read


Ukraine at a Crossroads: The Prospects of Trump’s Return to Presidency
The 2024 U.S. presidential election has profound implications for Ukraine's ongoing war efforts and geopolitical future. As the United...
Dec 12, 20243 min read
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