by Colin A. Munro 2025 is a year of anniversaries. 75 years ago, the French foreign minister, Maurice Schumann, proposed a Coal and Steel Community that would be the basis of what is now the EU. 50 years ago, the UK voted by 67%, in a consultative referendum, to remain in the European ... Weiterlesen >
by Prof Melanie Sully He fought for decades for Britain to leave the EU. He scored huge electoral successes with different parties and was instrumental in bringing about the downfall of three prime ministers: David Cameron, Theresa May and Rishi Sunak. He is reckoned to be one of the most influential politicians in ... Weiterlesen >
A Dangerous Shift in Global Politics BY WOLFGANG GEISSLER The world is witnessing a dramatic transformation in its political landscape. From the United States to Europe, right-wing populist movements have surged in popularity, challenging the traditional political order and raising serious concerns about the future of democracy. In Austria, Germany, Hungary, Italy, and ... Weiterlesen >
A Review Of Domestic And Foreign Policy By Prof Melanie Sully This ABS Blog article is based on a lecture by Prof Dr Melanie Sully for the Austrian Society for Foreign Policy and the United Nations (ÖGVAN), Vienna Hofburg, November 2024 It is not necessary to recall the results of the election on ... Weiterlesen >
by Colin A. Munro On 3 October I attended a briefing at the Diplomatic Academy by Col. Markus Reisner Phd. and on 4 October I attended the 20th annual award of the Bruno Kreisky Prizes for Services to Human Rights. Sir William Browder KCMG (WB), Chairman of the Global Magnitsky Justice Campaign, pronounced ... Weiterlesen >
A History of Greed and Need by Jochen Ressel London – a name that describes a city of culture, history, and economic power. It is one of the world's leading financial and global trade centres. But behind the venerable façades and prestigious addresses of London's financial district lies a darker side: London has ... Weiterlesen >
BY WOLFGANG GEISSLER First published on December 8, 2021 – Revised on September 5, 2024 Introductory Remark English boys, so a dear friend from England tells me, grew up in the 1950s with certain unwavering beliefs: Richard was good, John was bad, and the tales of Robin Hood were as much a part ... Weiterlesen >
How Emojis Dominate the World of Communication by Jochen Ressel In the digital world, where our communication is increasingly shifting to the virtual, emojis have taken on a central role. What once began as a simple way to express emotions in text messages has evolved into a global language that transcends cultural boundaries ... Weiterlesen >
A Delicate Relationship BY Jochen Ressel The world is on the move, and so are its citizens. In Europe, nearly every country is now home to people from a diverse range of geographical regions. These individuals bring with them various value systems, distinct lifestyles, and associations with behaviours that may seem entirely straightforward ... Weiterlesen >
Identity, History, and the Influence of the Habsburgs BY WOLFGANG GEISSLER "Honesty blinds every lie." — Sir Kristian Goldmund Aumann, Poet One of the least endearing features of the average Austrian is the eagerness with which they put Austria down in front of foreigners whom they believe to be their betters. These perceived ... Weiterlesen >
