Conspiracies, detachment and confusion in Russia
Almost a year into the war in Ukraine, Russians seem to be seeking ways to distance themselves from the state.
Road transport in Europe: drivers from third countries
Transport of goods is the new slave-producing machine in Europe—a powerful tool for social dumping.
The role of public debt in the ‘new normal’
A Schumpeterian perspective provides new insights for fiscal policy in Europe, Peter Bofinger writes.
Contraception inequality in Europe is widening
Acccording to the 2023 Contraception Policy Atlas, access to birth control in parts of Europe is worsening.
Green subsidies: what about the global south?
The new green race between the United States and the European Union threatens to leave developing countries behind.
Protecting health workers from hazardous products
There is more clarity about hazardous medicinal products but awareness still needs to be raised to protect workers.
Options for Europe’s ‘geopolitical’ future
Global challenges have left only one option off the table for the European Union—inertia.
Reviving democracy in a fragmented Europe
Addressing economic inequality is key to restoring political participation and democratic legitimacy.
EU social agenda beyond 2024—no time to waste
As a high-level group on social protection and welfare reports, Belgium’s social-affairs minister advances the next EU social agenda.
Pension reform in Germany—a market solution?
The proposal for an equity reserve will not solve the challenge of making pensions sustainable.
The new European civil war
However the war in Ukraine ends, a new iron curtain will follow unless the EU lives up to its ‘geopolitical’ aspirations.
Europe’s stars must shine for artists and creatives
A Spanish decree to provide more security for artists and other cultural workers should accelerate EU-level action.
Europe’s industry and the ecological transition
Tackling deindustrialisation and degradation requires not a technological fix but a political alternative.
Social dialogue in central and eastern Europe
Union recognition can be a tough battle in EU member states in central and eastern Europe.
Ukraine war: attitudes changing to women soldiers
Attitudes to women in the Ukrainian military are changing as thousands serve on the front lines.
Military secrets and the World Trade Organization
A world at peace depends on making knowledge which could be of military as well as commercial value a public good.
Europe’s energy transition starts to speed up
When Russia invaded Ukraine, many feared Europe’s green-energy transition would be collateral damage. Far from it.