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China's Communists before the 14th National People's Congress

People's Republic appoints new government

Growing international tensions, a dramatic real estate bubble and widespread youth unemployment: in this environment, Xi Jinping will be elected President of the People's Republic for a third term at the National People's Congress, which begins in Beijing on 5 March. After his show of force at the 20th Communist Party Congress in October 2022, Xi will now be able to appoint a group of loyal followers to the government of his designated premier, Li Qiang. China's head of state is cementing his power amid current global political challenges and internal crises. Nevertheless, the first session of the 14th People's Congress marks a historic turning point in several respects.

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"The State of Southeast Asia"

In uneasy times, Europe sits among Southeast Asia's preferred partners

In early February, Singapore’s ISEAS - Yusuf Ishak Institute published its 2023 version of their annual State of Southeast Asia Survey. The survey assesses the views of over a thousand Southeast Asian experts, policymakers and practitioners on geopolitical developments, international affairs and how they gauge ASEAN's engagement with its Dialogue Partners. The survey includes good news for Europe. Not only is the EU a desired partner in general, but its particular capacities match up well with the ASEAN region's priorities.

Länderbericht Mal Anders: Inklusion Weltweit

Inklusive Bildung in Ghana: Zugänge und Herausforderungen

Dieser Länderbericht verschafft einen Gesamtüberblick zum Thema inklusive Bildung in Ghana. Kinder mit besonderem Förderungsbedarf sind im ghanaischen Bildungssystem vielerlei Herausforderungen ausgesetzt, deren Ursprünge und Auswirkungen gezielt beleuchtet werden. Trotz gewisser Förderungsansätze der Regierung für inklusive Bildung mangelt es weiterhin an der vollständigen Umsetzung dieses Zieles. Das KAS-Büro in Ghana strebt die Förderung von jungen Menschen mit besonderen Bedürfnissen in ihrer zukünftigen Arbeit an. Zuletzt werden Empfehlungen zur Gewährleistung einer inklusiven Bildung im Land, die wesentlich für die Erreichung der 2030 Agenda ist, diskutiert.

Reuters / Gleb Garanich

The Three Baltic States: Political and Social Impact One Year After the Start of Russia's War of Aggression against Ukraine

Determination and unity

Russia's unprovoked war of aggression on Ukraine has led to great determination and unity in all three Baltic states.

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Slovakia: Political and Social Impact One Year After the Start of Russia's War of Aggression against Ukraine

A neighbour closely at Ukraine's side

From the first day of the attack on Ukraine, Slovak leaders have unequivocally condemned this act of aggression.

Reuters / Gleb Garanich

Serbia: Political and Social Impact One Year After the Start of Russia's War of Aggression against Ukraine

One Year of Ukraine War in Serbia – “Zeitenwende” in Serbian?

In much of the commentary dealing with Serbia's handling of Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine over the past 12 months, many Western observers saw the simple continuation of pro-Russian policies. This analysis is too simplistic and does not do justice to the complex situation in Serbia.

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Romania: Political and Social Impact One Year After the Start of Russia's War of Aggression against Ukraine

From crisis reaction to long-distance running

The Romanian population was - and still is - appalled by the recent Russian attack on Ukraine on 24th of February 2022, which is strongly condemned in its entirety by all Romanian representatives and the vast majority of MPs as well as the population. There are historically rooted strong anti-Russian resentments in Romania, which are currently reflected in the explicit support for Ukraine. The Romanian Orthodox Church (BOR) also strongly and unequivocally condemned the Russian attack from the beginning. But what are the political and social effects of the Ukrainian war on Romania one year after the war began?

Reuters / Gleb Garanich

Poland: political and social impact one year after the start of the war in Ukraine

Poland's role in the Ukraine conflict

As a direct neighbor of Ukraine, Poland is directly affected by the consequences of the conflict.

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North Macedonia: Political and Social Impact One Year After the Start of Russia's War of Aggression against Ukraine

Citizens and Parties Condemn Russian Aggression

North Macedonia since the beginning of the Russian aggression to Ukraine is a loyal ally to its western friends. With one unique exception all major political forces agree on that stance.

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Montenegro: Political and Social Impact One Year After the Start of Russia's War of Aggression against Ukraine

One Year of the War in Ukraine in Montenegro – Political Tensions and Polarization

Montenegrin society, like the party system, is characterized by polarization and duality in its assessment of the Russian war in Ukraine. Little can be found in the political debate between pro-Ukrainian positions, which are linked to a commitment to NATO membership and EU perspectives, and pro-Russian attitudes.

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