Keywords: Reform


Merz opens door to possible cabinet reshuffle after political shake-up in Germany

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has indicated that his government could enter a new phase following a recent political departure, suggesting that a reshuffle of the federal cabinet may now be considered. Speaking to German broadcaster ZDF on Sunday, Merz said the latest developments could provide an......

Egypt awaits IMF approval of seventh review under economic reform program

Egypt is expected to receive a new financial disbursement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in the coming weeks as the institution prepares to review the country's ongoing economic reform program. According to Egyptian officials, the IMF's Executive Board is expected to consider the......

Japan approves imperial succession reform while maintaining male-only throne

Japan’s Parliament has approved a long-debated reform of the country’s imperial succession rules, introducing measures aimed at preserving the shrinking imperial family while maintaining the long-standing prohibition on women ascending the Chrysanthemum Throne. The legislation, passed by......

French lawmaker warns budget deficit could reach 7% by 2030 without spending reforms

French budget rapporteur Philippe Juvin has warned that France's public deficit could climb to 7% of gross domestic product by 2030 unless the government adopts deeper spending reforms, arguing that fiscal consolidation should rely on expenditure cuts rather than higher taxes. His comments come......

Zidane’s future France team salary depends on possible football law exemption

The expected appointment of Zinédine Zidane as the next head coach of the France national football team could face an unexpected obstacle linked to upcoming changes in French football regulations. Zidane is widely expected to succeed Didier Deschamps after the World Cup, although his arrival......

Italy parliament approves Meloni’s contested electoral reform ahead of 2027 vote

Italy’s lower house of parliament has approved a controversial electoral reform promoted by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s governing coalition, setting the stage for a major change to the country’s voting system ahead of the 2027 general election. The reform, supported by the right-wing......

Turkey’s ousted CHP leader prepares for possible new party amid legal battle

Turkey’s ousted opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has said preparations are underway for the possible creation of a new political party, as he awaits the outcome of legal proceedings challenging his removal from the leadership of the country’s main opposition movement. Ozel said any official......

Italy’s ruling coalition pushes ahead with election reform after parliamentary defeat

Italy’s governing coalition has reaffirmed its commitment to reforming the country’s electoral system despite suffering a narrow parliamentary setback over a key proposal linked to the changes. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s right-wing alliance said it would continue working on the......

Bukele secures New Ideas nomination for El Salvador's 2027 presidential election

President Nayib Bukele has secured the presidential nomination of El Salvador's ruling New Ideas party for the 2027 presidential election, positioning himself to seek another term in office after winning the party's primary process. The announcement confirms Bukele as the governing party's......