Europe
State votes could alter direction of German politics
The far-right and anti-establishment parties are polling strongly ahead of three elections in eastern Germany
GermanyLeasing concerns could hamper Europe’s car transition
Leasing firms are voicing concerns over increasing the number of electric vehicles in the European market
EuropeKosovo’s Mitrovica bridge to become a flashpoint again
Kosovo’s government looks to efface a symbol of Mitrovica’s ethnic division
KosovoLower youth unemployment bodes well but tests persist
Youth unemployment globally fell to a 15-year low in 2023 amid regional disparities and skills mismatches
InternationalDigital services trade growth will widen inequalities
Digital services trade is outgrowing other trade categories but -- raising inequality concerns -- is highly concentrated
InternationalEurope will remain divided over Palestinian statehood
Four European countries have announced recognition of Palestinian statehood in recent months
EuropeGreek golden visa scheme will still draw in investors
Athens tightened the rules regulating its residence-by-investment scheme
GreeceEstonia’s continuity government faces hurdles
Prime Minister Kristen Michal succeeded Kaja Kallas following her resignation in June
Estonia
