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US Tax Dollars Fund Right-Wing European Think Tanks
WorldThe Guardian5d ago

US Tax Dollars Fund Right-Wing European Think Tanks

An opinion piece highlights concerns that millions of US tax dollars are being sent to right-wing European think tanks, allegedly promoting a global 'Maga agenda' while neglecting poor communities in America.

Pope Leo XIV's Africa Visit Overshadowed by Trump's Remarks
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Pope Leo XIV's Africa Visit Overshadowed by Trump's Remarks

Pope Leo XIV embarked on a three-day visit to Angola and Cameroon, delivering messages of peace to citizens. His trip, however, was reportedly overshadowed by comments made by Donald Trump concerning the pontiff.

Is this the end of the golden age of Chinese think tanks with star ex-officials?
PoliticsSCMP5mo ago

Is this the end of the golden age of Chinese think tanks with star ex-officials?

During the past decade, Chinese think tanks have had the best of two worlds – having the backing of the government while having some room to move outside it. Encouraged by the country’s leadership to promote China’s soft power, the sector has grown in influence as retired officials have come on board, bringing expertise, connections and some freedom. Not unlike their Western counterparts, these institutes have come to play major roles in Track 2 diplomacy and policy recommendations. But two...

Far-Right Think Tank Network Emerges in Europe
Worldyle-uutiset3mo ago

Far-Right Think Tank Network Emerges in Europe

A network of far-right think tanks has developed across Europe, maintaining close ties and collaboration. The article highlights a 22-year-old law student in Warsaw who aspires to work for the Ordo Iuris organization.

UK Economic Growth Projected to Be Weakest in a Century
BusinessThe Independent5mo ago

UK Economic Growth Projected to Be Weakest in a Century

Leading UK economic think tanks, the Resolution Foundation and Institute for Fiscal Studies, have warned that Britain's economic growth is expected to be the weakest in a century, excluding the pandemic and World War II periods.

UK Government Warned of Severe Budget Trade-Offs Amid Economic Challenges
BusinessThe Independent19d ago

UK Government Warned of Severe Budget Trade-Offs Amid Economic Challenges

Leading economic think tanks have warned the incoming UK government, led by Andy Burnham, faces 'very difficult trade-offs' in the next budget. Persistent inflation, higher oil prices due to the Iran war, and a lack of scope for additional borrowing mean the government will likely need to raise taxes or cut spending to fund pledges.

Italian Official Reacts to US State Department Ban
Worldla-repubblica1mo ago

Italian Official Reacts to US State Department Ban

An Italian official, Giubilei, stated that they would review a ban issued by the US State Department but expressed doubt about their participation, emphasizing cultural rather than economic relations with various overseas think tanks.

Hungarian Analyst Deák Dániel Leaves Pro-Government Think Tanks
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Hungarian Analyst Deák Dániel Leaves Pro-Government Think Tanks

Hungarian analyst Deák Dániel announced his departure from the pro-government XXI. Század Intézet and Megafon, stating he will now operate as a 'government-independent' analyst. This move was welcomed by Zoltán Tarr, who suggested it should have happened sooner.