Keywords: Reform


European Commission considers major restructuring of the EU diplomatic service

The European Commission is reportedly examining a major restructuring of the European Union's diplomatic apparatus, including plans to redistribute some responsibilities currently handled by the European External Action Service (EEAS) to departments within the Commission. According to reports cited......

Ukraine: Parliament Blocks Tax Reform Linked to IMF and EU Funding

The Ukrainian Parliament failed on Tuesday, September 1, to adopt a tax reform intended to facilitate the unlocking of international funding, once again placing Kyiv in a delicate balancing act between budgetary constraints and the demands of its partners. The proposed legislation includes the introduction......

Italy: Giorgia Meloni's Major Reforms Stumble as Security Politics Take Hold

As Italy approaches a new record for government longevity, Giorgia Meloni can boast exceptional political stability. However, this duration in power contrasts with the difficulties faced by several of her flagship reforms. Where institutional transformations encounter political and constitutional obstacles,......

FIFA: The Netherlands Calls for Governance Reform and a Summit in Amsterdam

The Dutch Football Association is raising its voice against the current leadership of FIFA. The KNVB aims to gather international football stakeholders in Amsterdam to discuss a comprehensive reform of the global governing body and believes that new leadership must emerge by 2027. A new front is opening......

Netherlands: New Air Tax Threatens Competitiveness of Dutch Airports

Starting in January 2027, travelers departing from the Netherlands could face a significant increase in air taxation on longer flights. Presented by the government as both a fiscal and environmental tool, this reform has sparked backlash from airlines, which fear that more passengers will cross borders......

China: Beijing Aims to Reform Real Estate Sales to Mitigate Risks of Incomplete Housing

The Chinese authorities aim to fundamentally change the operation of the real estate market to better protect buyers and reduce risks associated with properties sold before completion. Beijing is specifically asking developers to reach an advanced stage of construction before marketing certain projects. Beijing......

Democratic Republic of Congo: Félix Tshisekedi Launches National Dialogue Without Rebels

In response to rising political tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi has announced a broad national consultation aimed at easing the climate in the country. The process is set to involve political parties, civil society, and various segments of the population, but armed groups......

Bank Cards in Syria: Payment Giants Restart International Transactions

After more than four decades of financial isolation and strict international sanctions, Syria is entering a decisive phase towards its reintegration into global trade. The successful execution of the first live international banking transactions by Visa and Mastercard marks the end of a major monetary......

Syria: The United States Removes Damascus from Its List of Terrorism-Supporting Countries

After nearly half a century of being on the U.S. list of states accused of supporting terrorism, Syria has officially been removed by the United States. This decision marks a major turning point in the relationship between Washington and Damascus and could open a new phase for the Syrian economy, which......