League of Legends

League of Legends How the populists are re-shaping the political equilibriums of the continent From the field of Pontida—the small town in Italy where The League holds its annual meeting with the electoral base—Matteo Salvini, the young leader who transformed it from...

Reflections on the illiberal revolution in the EU

Reflections on the illiberal revolution in the EU Portugal displays pro-immigration sentiment in the wake of anti-immigration member-states   In my third year of university, I wrote a paper on political philosopher Edmund Burke’s “Reflections on the Revolution in...

Beginning of the end?

Beginning of the end? Many look forward to Merkel’s fall   Source: Der Spiegel   Despite all the black clouds above the Council’s colourful egg building, German Chancellor Angela Merkel might survive this weekend. She might even last for the upcoming...

It’s (not) the economy, stupid!

It’s (not) the economy, stupid! Migration crisis takes over Eurozone reform as number one priority As I’m writing this piece, one of the most important summits in recent EU history is taking place. The importance is not given by the topics, which will be discussed,...

Our Man in Vienna

Our Man in Vienna Some thoughts on the Austrian EU presidency     Next week Austria will be taking over the EU presidency from Bulgaria. It will be the third time for the Alpine country to preside over the EU and it will be the last full presidency before...

The battle is won, but the war goes on

The battle is won, but the war goes on Greece bailout program ends, but the EU still can’t handle shocks   I have worked out the ideal solution for the Greek economic crisis a long time ago. But unfortunately, I haven’t had a chance so far to share my wisdom with...