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Ukraine is one of the few among the group of 29 countries evaluated by Freedom House in the Nations in Transit 2024 report that is moving successfully toward democracy amid growing anti-democratic trends. Freedom House's latest report on the countries from Central Europe to Central Asia concluded that the democratic governance in the region has been in decline consecutively for the 20th year, with only some exceptions. Ukraine is one of them, as it is the only nation in the "hybrid regime" group that saw an improvement, while the ratings of five other members of the group declined. Four other ...
Kyiv Independent
Ukraine is one of the few among the group of 29 countries evaluated by Freedom House in the Nations in Transit 2024 report that is moving successfully toward democracy amid growing anti-democratic trends. Freedom House's latest report on the countries from Central Europe to Central Asia concluded that the democratic governance in the region has been in decline consecutively for the 20th year, with only some exceptions. Ukraine is one of them, as it is the only nation in the "hybrid regime" group that saw an improvement, while the ratings of five other members of the group declined. Four other ...
Kyiv Independent (CA)
Ukraine is one of the few among the group of 29 countries evaluated by Freedom House in the Nations in Transit 2024 report that is moving successfully toward democracy amid growing anti-democratic trends. Freedom House's latest report on the countries from Central Europe to Central Asia concluded that the democratic governance in the region has been in decline consecutively for the 20th year, with only some exceptions. Ukraine is one of them, as it is the only nation in the "hybrid regime" group that saw an improvement, while the ratings of five other members of the group declined. Four other ...
Kyiv Independent (UK)
Despite its importance to a free and democratic society, the rule of law situation is deteriorating across the EU. Even in countries with strong democratic traditions, We expect our leaders to listen to our opinions and follow the rules the same as everyone else. This is what the rule of law is all about, and it’s the foundation of our democracies. But the combination of declining democratic standards and the prospect of far-right parties entering government in Europe threatens to weaken this democratic foundation, as we’re already witnessing. As Liberties’ Rule of Law Report 2024 details, rul...
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Having witnessed Nokia’s transformation from a small company into a household name and having helped numerous organisations to navigate change, Dominique Jaurola has launched Hunome, a startup aimed at connecting the dots to foster better understanding. My Wildest Prediction is a podcast series from Euronews Business where we dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries. In this episode, Tom Goodwin talks with Dominique Jaurola, CEO of Hunome, about the future of decision-making. Loneliness is biggest threat after climate crisis, Ex-Tinder boss says AI will fix relationships M...
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Sulyok, previously head of Hungary's Constitutional Court, was nominated as President by Hungary's ruling Fidesz party. He was inaugurated on Sunday in a ceremony in front of Sandor Palace in Budapest. During he speech he said, "My task and service from now on are different from what I have done before, but the core values remain the same as those to which I have always adhered firmly and faithfully." "As President of the Republic, the Fundamental Law is the cornerstone, framework, and measure of my work.'' Hungary's previous president Katalin Novak stepped down in February following public ou...
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Europe's journey over three-quarters of a century reflects a vision articulated by one of its founding fathers, Robert Schuman: "Europe will not be made all at once, or according to a single plan. It will be built through concrete achievements." In keeping with Schuman's foresight, Europe has evolved step by step, with each achievement profoundly improving the lives of its citizens. This evolving Europe transcends geographical definitions, embodying a community committed to human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. These values, championed by the Council of Europe, the leading organisation...
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The UN's top human rights official has issued a warning about Hungary's upcoming presidential election, saying the country shows signs of sliding into autocracy and authoritarianism. Speaking to the Human Rights Council, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk cited Hungary as an example of a state that has turned away from liberal democracy in favour of a harsher, more restrictive political model. "Autocracy and military coups are the negation of democracy. Every election – even an imperfect one – constitutes an effort to at least formally acknowledge the universal aspiration to dem...
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Washington (AFP) - Democracy faced sharp, widespread setbacks worldwide in 2023 with violence and manipulation marring a series of elections, Freedom House said Thursday. In its annual report, the US-funded pro-democracy advocacy and research group switched classifications for two countries, downgrading Ecuador from free to partly free and upgrading Thailand from not free to partly free. Overall, political rights and civil liberties declined in 52 countries and only 21 countries saw improvements, the 18th straight year that global freedom has declined and a much more lopsided trend than a year...
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January saw scientists confirm that 2023 was the hottest year on record with high temperatures putting 1.5°C global warming limits at risk. Within Europe, Switzerland is particularly vulnerable to climate change. Over the last decade, temperatures have on average been 2.5°C warmer than they were in pre-industrial times. Its glaciers have experienced record melting with 10 per cent lost in the last two years. Weather extremes have swung from heavy downpours to lingering drought. Climate change was one of the issues at the top of the list for discussion during the recent World Economic Forum mee...
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