What the Indian election result means for Europe
The jolt for Narendra Modi, Jayati Ghosh writes, should also make western leaders look in the mirror.
The 1.5C target for global heating must prevail
Even if we overshoot the 1.5C limit set by the Paris Agreement, we must return to it as quickly as possible.
Twenty-four points for social democracy
Anchored in classical social-democratic politics, the SPÖ’s vision for Austria offers signposts for the European political family.
Will the young save Europe from the rise of the far right?
A generation defined by economic insecurity is grabbing for a guardrail, not engaging for emancipation.
European elections: beware the ‘little man’ sorcerers
European workers enjoy more social support than five years ago but the far right and strict austerity are looming threats.
Reinvigorating the European Social Charter
Council of Europe member states need to enhance their commitments to social and economic rights.
European elections: ghosts of the past
The elections might see not only gains for the right-wing populists but also, Robert Misik warns, a relapse into austerity.
Homecare and domestic workers deserve better
A survey shows an alarming malaise in a sector heavily dominated by women and migrant workers.
Sustainable Development Goals: time for a rethink
A political reconceptualisation is critical if humanity’s hope for a sustainable global future is to be rescued.
Recognition of Palestine pushes others to follow
Norway, Ireland and Spain have recognised the state of Palestine, pressuring others to follow suit as Israel continues the assault on Gaza.
Georgia: solidarity from the EU is crucial
Georgia’s law against ‘foreign influence’, pushed through the parliament, embodies Russia’s tool against freedom in the region.
Social dialogue: urgent to turn words into deeds
EU instruments encouraging social dialogue and collective bargaining are very valuable—but not if employers can walk away.
Sufficiency: towards an eco-social economy
The only exit from the ‘polycrisis’ is a corridor of sufficiency between meeting need and avoiding excess.
Playing games with children’s health
Rejecting bans on particularly hazardous chemicals, EU ministers have sought to dilute revised legislation on toy safety.
The European Investment Bank’s roadmap … to 2008
The EIB proposes that housing renovation and energy efficiency be financed via ‘securitised’ loans.
The ‘billions to trillions’ charade
Multilateral development banks believe private investment can meet developing economies’ climate and development needs.
Is Europe too big for further enlargement?
EU institutions are struggling to chart a vision for 27 member states, so how can they accommodate as many as 36?