Europe
Baku will keep undermining France overseas
The French government accused Azerbaijan of fomenting unrest in New Caledonia
AzerbaijanUnity of Dutch government will be challenged
The Netherlands looks set to have its most right-wing government in recent history
NetherlandsFico shooting creates instability in Slovakia
The prime minister remains in a serious condition after an assassination attempt
SlovakiaEU budget shrinkage forecasts may come under pressure
The European Commission predicts very modest GDP growth, markedly lower inflation, and quite marked budget austerity
EUGermany’s CDU will shift further to the right
The Christian Democratic Union’s (CDU) first policy programme since 2007 marks a notable shift to the right
GermanyEU and UK rules on financial trading will diverge
As risks rise, EU and UK legislation on derivatives trading and alternative investment funds is also expanding
InternationalNew Caledonia unrest could damage France’s Macron
New Caledonia is experiencing its worst riots in four decades amid opposition to French constitutional reforms
FranceSlovakia will likely go ahead with broadcaster reform
The government seeks a greater role in the management of the public broadcasting service
Slovakia
