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A test of Sandu’s success

Have Moldova’s ruling leaders correctly interpreted the outcome of the recent elections? If they take the results as proof of their own infallibility and political invincibility, the country’s European path could encounter serious obstacles. This is especially true as Russia may change its approach towards Moldova. And that is hardly good news.

December 8, 2025 - Piotr Oleksy

Moldova’s pro-West forces need to set a new agenda

In the September 2025 parliamentary elections, Moldova’s pro-West Action and Solidarity Party won with 50.20 per cent. During the campaign the party promised nothing new, and it appears to have been enough. In the end, Moldovans voted for no change and trusted the current set of affairs. The new goal is to sign the EU accession treaty by 2028 and for this to happen, a set of ambitious reforms should be implemented and the government should look beyond adopting new European laws.

December 8, 2025 - Dan Nicorici

Priorities of the new coalition government in the Czech Republic following the elections

The recent elections in the Czech Republic are likely to result in key changes in the country’s outlook. A turn away from current levels of support for Ukraine could well be sidelined by desires for more internal funding. Despite this, it is uncertain to what extent the new government will embark on this new course.

November 18, 2025 - Michal Lebduška

Operation Matryoshka: Russia’s direct intrusion into Moldova’s parliamentary elections

On Sunday, September 28th 2025, Moldovans strengthened the pro-European camp of President Maia Sandu despite a massive campaign of Russian interference. The country had to mobilize significant resources to counter these manipulations.

October 10, 2025 - Théodore Donguy

There is still time to pressure Georgian authorities

The Georgian Dream government is still sensitive to international pressure. It is still acting as though international legitimacy is important and responding to international monitoring and reporting. But this window will close and the international community will lose some of its leverage. This is the moment to apply maximal pressure.

October 2, 2025 - Dave Elseroad

Resisting foreign interference: Poland’s presidential election and the Russian challenge

During the months leading up to the June 1st presidential run-off in Poland, the government in Warsaw repeatedly warned of Russian disinformation and interference. But as the dust settled after the vote, a different picture began to emerge. Did Poland really face the threat it claimed – and has it passed the test?

June 10, 2025 - Agata Pyka

What Poland’s election teaches us about Trump’s war on Harvard

Poland's election reveals how authoritarian movements gain ground by turning less-educated voters against the institutions that safeguard democracy. Trump's war on elite universities like Harvard follows the same playbook - discredit expertise, weaken oversight, and rule by resentment.

June 6, 2025 - Dan Perry

How Romania defeated populism: a blueprint for Europe

Recent years have seen the term anti-establishment proudly embraced by radicals with often controversial links to Russia. Despite this, the recent victory of a pro-Europe liberal in Romania’s presidential election shows that the forces of centrism can offer something beyond just more of the same.

June 2, 2025 - Maria Branea

Europe is the only alternative

An interview with Salome Zourabichvili, fifth president of Georgia. Interviewer: Wojciech Wojtasiewicz

WOJCIECH WOJTASIEWICZ: Madame President, I would like to start by asking about your political plans and how best to resolve the current political and constitutional crisis in Georgia?

SALOME ZOURABICHVILI: Don’t ask me about plans, because there are no plans when you are fighting. Practically speaking, Georgia now has a dictatorship, or a Russian-style regime. Since the so-called elections, which were clearly manipulated, the Georgian Dream parliament and government have been pursuing repressive measures in the country. Day after day, they are applying measures to crush the protests and civil society.

May 5, 2025 - Salome Zourabichvili Wojciech Wojtasiewicz

Post-election Kosovo plunges into the unknown as western allies wane

Kosovo’s recent election has brought up various questions regarding the country’s future. A search is now underway to determine how a majority can be formed in parliament, with the incumbent Albin Kurti likely to continue his leadership. At the same time, such developments could well have an impact on the nation’s relationship with western states.

February 20, 2025 - Alejandro Esteso Pérez

Georgian Dream turns into Georgian Nightmare: election fraud, escalating protests, and a confrontation with the EU

The unrest that erupted in Georgia following the recent parliamentary elections shows no sign of ending. As the Georgian Dream government comes under increasing pressure, the country now stands at a crossroads regarding not only its democracy but also its place in the world.

December 19, 2024 - Lasha Gamjashvili

While Moldova is making progress, Georgia is falling back

It is hard to believe the shift in Georgia and Moldova’s prospects for accession. While Chisinau has emerged from a long period of uncertainty to champion the EU cause, Tbilisi is rapidly losing momentum in its negotiations. The reason for this change lies in two clearly contrasting governments.

December 16, 2024 - Irakli Machaidze

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