BriefingSouth Asia Sri Lanka’s Presidential Election Could Bring an Outsider to Power Shakthi De SilvaSep 5, 2024September 5, 2024 An anti-establishment party could be propelled to power. The question is if it can truly transform the country. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnWestern Europe The AfD’s Rise Is Making Germany’s Mainstream Parties Desperate Alexander ClarksonSep 4, 2024September 4, 2024 Germany’s mainstream parties are changing their tone to compete with surging populist movements. It’s unlikely to strengthen their hand. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
BriefingCentral Africa The Post-Biya Era Is Already Looming Large in Cameroon Chris Olaoluwa Ògúnmọ́dẹdéSep 4, 2024September 4, 2024 After four decades in power, Cameroonian President Paul Biya’s next term will likely be his last. The international community should be preparing for that. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
NewsletterSouth America Judge Issues Arrest Warrant for Venezuelan Opposition Candidate The EditorsSep 3, 2024September 3, 2024 A judge issued an arrest warrant for Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez, the latest in a monthlong campaign of repression. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnChina Xi’s Economic Policies Might Work—Just Not for China’s Citizens Mary GallagherSep 3, 2024September 3, 2024 President Xi Jinping’s emphasis on growth through manufacturing come with little benefit for a Chinese population trapped in a race to the bottom. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)