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Presidential Elections in Algeria

Former President Tebboune for a second mandat reelected

On September 7, 2024, 24.3 million people, almost every second Algerian, were called to vote the next president for the years 2024 to 2029. The presidential elections ended with the expected success of incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune in the first round of voting. The conduct of the Algerian electoral authority was the subject of debate and led to a call to the Algerian Constitutional Court which established by decision both, the results (85 % for the confirmed President Tebboune) and the voter turnout of 46%. However, the level of voter turnout continues to rise speculation. According to the first data published by the electoral authority, it can be estimated with 23 %, which would be the lowest in Algeria's history. Although President Tebboune can undoubtedly rely on support in Algeria, his mandate will be characterised by multiple challenges.

Matthias Schäfer, Adel Ourabah
October 7, 2024
Country Reports
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Israel one year after the Hamas terror attack

One war, multiple fronts

October 7th, 2024 marks the first anniversary of Hamas' terrorist attack on Israel and the war the country has been forced to fight on several fronts ever since. There are still 101 Israelis hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The security situation in the country has repeatedly changed and intensified over the past year. In particular in the north, the conflict with Hezbollah has escalated further and further over the summer months. Israel has already deployed significant forces to the north in recent months. Following the killing of Hezbollah leader Nasrallah, Israel began a ground offensive in southern Lebanon. However, the front with Hamas in the Gaza Strip and the one with Hezbollah in the north are not the only ones Israel had to deal with in the last year. On October 1st, Israel was (once again) directly attacked by Iran with a large number of ballistic missiles. An Israeli response to this attack is still pending but is to be expected. One year after the Hamas terror attack, the (security) situation in Israel and the current escalation can be analyzed and understood along the various fronts and conflict hotspots.

Michael Rimmel, Johannes Sosada
October 7, 2024
Country Reports

Key regional players in the new global order

India, Kenya, Columbia, Turkey

In times of global power shifts and geopolitical fragmentation, it is a challenge for Germany and the European Union to build stable and mutually attractive partnerships. The perspective of the (potential) partner countries is rarely taken into account. What are their central interests, what specific dependencies characterise their foreign policy decisions, in which regional orders are they integrated? And what determines their view of Germany and the EU? This project is dedicated to these and other questions. With India, Kenya, Colombia and Turkey, four countries from four regions of the world were analysed and their foreign policy positions examined more closely. The result is an attempt to draw conclusions for the (foreign) policy of Germany and the European Union in dealing with these and other countries with which strategic partnerships are to be intensified and expanded.

Magdalena Jetschgo-Morcillo, Lewe Paul
October 4, 2024
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From protection seekers to skilled workers

Factors influencing the labour market integration of Ukrainian refugees

Many Ukrainians who have fled to Germany are highly educated, with a significant proportion holding vocational or university degrees. However, their employment rate remains lower than that of many other European countries. What are the reasons for this and what role do demographic factors play? An examination of institutional structural barriers and the socio-demographic composition of Ukrainian refugees in Germany sheds light on the factors influencing their entry into the labour market.

Natalie Klauser
October 4, 2024
Facts and Findings
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UN Pact for the Future

Multilateral reform plan without guarantee of success

UN Member States adopted the Pact for the Future in New York and committed themselves to reform a multilateral system which falls short in delivering solutions in certain areas. However, words alone will not save multilateralism.

Thomas Tödtling, Dr. Mónica Castillejos-Aragón, Erica Mumford, Teresa Val
October 2, 2024
Country Reports
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Pope Francis visits Luxembourg and Belgium

Between criticism and confidence

To mark the 600th anniversary of the Catholic University of Leuven in Belgium, Pope Francis embarked on a three-day visit to Luxembourg and Belgium on September 26. The last time a Pope visited Belgium was under Pope John Paul II in 1995. Pope John Paul II's visit to Luxembourg dates back four decades. Under the motto “to serve” in Luxembourg and the theme “On the road full of hope” in Belgium, Pope Francis addressed the challenges facing the Church in the 21st century. In secular Luxembourg, he encouraged people to find confidence in their faith. In Belgium, the Pope's visit revealed ambivalence in the public's attitude: on the one hand, encouragement from the faithful - on the other, the deep-rooted tensions in society and the Catholic Church, or between the two, came to light. Sexual abuse, the role of women and the process of beatification for King Baudouin dominated the public debate and provoked massive criticism.

Dr. Beatrice Gorawantschy, Domien te Riele, Meike Lenzner
October 2, 2024
Country Reports

“Skilled labour immigration is crucial to secure our economic prosperity”

Marc Biadacz MP on the requirements for skilled labour attraction in a modern immigration country

Marc Biadacz, Chairman of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group in the Committee on Labour and Social Affairs calls for more administrative efficiency to keep up with the international competition for talent.

Caroline Schmidt
October 2, 2024
Interviews
ICUnet.AG

“It's not just about attracting, but also about retaining international talents”

Dr. Fritz Audebert on the administrative and intercultural challenges for international professionals coming to Germany

Dr. Fritz Audebert, CEO and founder of the ICUnet.Group gives insights on the assignment and settling-in process of expatriates and their families when moving to Germany.

Caroline Schmidt
October 2, 2024
Interviews

“Employment growth was particularly strong due to third country nationals”

Sarah Pierenkemper on the importance of international skilled workers for the German Mittelstand

Sarah Pierenkemper from the German Economic Institute describes the difficulties small and medium-sized companies face in attracting international talents.

Caroline Schmidt
October 2, 2024
Interviews

"Wenn wir wirtschaftlich keine Rolle spielen, spielen wir auch politisch keine Rolle"

Bei der F.A.Z.-KAS-Debatte diskutieren Experten über die Wahlen in den USA und ihre möglichen Folgen. Auf Europa sehen sie große Herausforderungen zukommen.

Es sind nur noch wenige Wochen bis zur Präsidentschaftswahl in den USA – und auch in Europa blickt man dem 5. November mit zunehmender Anspannung entgegen. Zieht Donald Trump tatsächlich noch einmal ins Weiße Haus ein? Was würde das für die westliche Unterstützung der Ukraine und die Zukunft der Nato bedeuten? Wie groß sind die Unterschiede zwischen Kamala Harris und Trump, wenn es um Themen wie den Umgang mit China geht? Und welchen Weg werden die USA in der Wirtschaftspolitik einschlagen?

Fabian Wagener
October 2, 2024
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