The Globalist

The battle against authoritarianism engulfs much of Eastern and Central Europe. Romania may emerge as a beacon of democratic hope.

How the market economy changed lives: East Europeans assess 30 years of freedom.

How the market economy changed lives: East Europeans assess 30 years of freedom.

How the market economy changed lives: East Europeans assess 30 years of freedom.

Key elements of the Polish success story resemble that of the German post-war economic story, especially relying on social and economic inclusiveness as a driver of economic success.

Despite the Polish economy’s success post-1990, the challenge of escaping the middle-income trap is steep.

Despite shrinking populations, Eastern European countries are worried that taking in refugees is socially disruptive while providing no benefit in closing the income gap with Western Europe.

How Russian pressure on Moldova has given the EU a chance to prove itself as an economic partner.

2014: A good year for democracy?

Only 1 out of 10 people living in “transition” countries have seen a successful transition to capitalism and more democracy.