Czechs, Poles to Keep German Green Energy Out
Germany’s neighbors are tired of grid fluctuations and shut themselves off.
Central Europe
Germany, Poland Oppose Stricter Emission Rules
Poland’s environment minister threatens to block higher carbon taxes.
Why Mitt Romney Isn’t Forgetting Poland
Poland is a key strategic partner for America in order to balance against the rise of a German-Russian axis.
Poland Steams Ahead Amid Eurozone Turmoil
Countries in the south of Europe must be jealous of Poland’s high growth rates and stable politics.
Czech Right-Wing Coalition May Cling to Majority
Prime Minister Petr Nečas’ government could win a slight majority if his junior coalition partner splits.
Poland Warns Germany Not to Seek Hegemony
The Poles are right to fear German domination but will probably not be able to stop it on their own.
Hungary’s Economic Policy “Increasing Erratic”
Hungary may be forced to tap into the EU’s bailout fund.
Slovak Coalition Collapses After EU Bailout Vote
The ruling right-wing coalition agrees to early elections in exchange for support on its European policy.
Hungary’s New and Dangerous Constitution
Eva Balogh explains the constitutional reforms of Hungary’s right-wing government and argues that it should fail.
Hungary’s Rotating EU Presidency Paralyzed
Hungary is wary of deeper eurozone integration, even though it isn’t a member of the euro.
Slovakia Refuses to Help Bail Out Greece
The country points out that Greece is richer than itself.
Liberal Wins Polish Presidency
Bronisław Komorowski fends off a challenge from the right to claim the presidency for the Civic Platform.
Political Right on the Rise in Central Europe
After the election of the conservative Fidesz party in Hungary last month, neighboring Slovakia is also taking a right turn, evicting the imcumbent prime minister in favor of an array of small parties campaigning of a platform of free-market capitalism and ethnic harmony. Since the ascendance of a right-wing coalition in September 2002, Slovakia has […]
Hungary on the World Stage
The country is suddenly famous around the world.