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Opinion | France To Germany To Belgium, EU Is Imploding
The greatest threat to the EU doesn't come from Moscow or Beijing, but from within. Populist and nationalist movements are on the rise, fuelled by a toxic blend of economic anxiety, cultural insecurity, and distrust of Brussels.
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All About Calin Georgescu, Romania's Pro-Russia Leader Likely To Be Next President
Romania's political landscape was left shocked after pro-Russia populist Calin Georgescu won the first round of the presidential election. The far-right leader knocked the EU-leaning premier out of the race that will be decided in a December run-off.
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Far-Right Pro-Russian Populist Takes Surprise Lead In Romania Elections
Far-right candidate Calin Georgescu surged unexpectedly in Romania's presidential election, pulling ahead of the pro-European prime minister with more than 98 percent of votes counted Monday and looking all but certain to advance to a runoff.
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"Democracy Not In Good Health": Pope Francis' Warning To "Populists"
Pope Francis decried the state of democracy and warned against "populists" during a short visit to Trieste in Italy's northeast on Sunday ahead of a 12-day trip to Asia -- the longest of his papacy.
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Trump Congratulates UK's Nigel Farage On His Win, Ignores Keir Starmer
Former US president Donald Trump celebrated the election of fellow populist Nigel Farage to Britain's parliament on Friday, neglecting to mention the new prime minister, Keir Starmer.
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Robert Fico, Shot Slovak PM, Is Populist Veteran With Pro-Russian Views
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who was in life-threatening condition after being shot multiple times on Wednesday, is a former Communist Party member who has been accused of swaying his country's foreign policy in favour of the Kremlin.
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Opinion | Why Wealth Redistribution Is No Panacea For Inequality
Such simplistic proposals appeal to populist sentiments without addressing the root causes of inequality.
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Using Borrowed Money To Give Free Electricity: Union Minister Attacks Punjab
Power Minister RK Singh has warned of a debt trap for states like Punjab using borrowed money to provide free electricity, saying such populist schemes are fine only if a state has finances.
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3 Reasons Behind PM Modi's Popularity As Listed By The Economist
Elites may usually dislike populist leaders globally, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeing increasing support among educated voters, international publication The Economist has said.
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Modi Magic, Tribal Outreach: What Helped BJP Cross Majority Mark In Chhattisgarh
A string of populist promises, including the extension of the free ration scheme announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Mahadev betting app issue and the Hindutva card are among key factors that catapulted BJP to power in Chhattisgarh.
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Slovakia PM Announces Halt Of Military Aid To Ukraine
Slovakia's new populist Prime Minister Robert Fico said Thursday that his government was stopping military aid to Ukraine, in the first Western reversal of the kind.
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Former PM Robert Fico Opposed To Ukraine Aid Wins Slovak Elections
A Slovak populist party that wants to stop military aid to Ukraine and is critical of the EU and NATO will be tasked with forming a new government after winning elections.
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Once Mussolini Admirer, She's Set To Head Italy After Far-Right Victory
Italy took a sharp turn to the right Monday after Giorgia Meloni's Eurosceptic populist party swept to victory in general elections, putting the one-time Mussolini admirer on course to become the first woman to lead the country.
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Fuel To Get Cheaper In Maharashtra, Eknath Shinde Announces Tax Cut
Maharashtra will reduce the Value Added Tax or VAT on fuel, effectively bringing down the prices in the state, Eknath Shinde said today in a big populist move as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
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States Need To Re-Prioritise Expenditure, Says SBI Report
Many states are spending high amounts on populist schemes and with the GST compensation ending in June, they need to re-prioritise their expenditure
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Opinion | France To Germany To Belgium, EU Is Imploding
The greatest threat to the EU doesn't come from Moscow or Beijing, but from within. Populist and nationalist movements are on the rise, fuelled by a toxic blend of economic anxiety, cultural insecurity, and distrust of Brussels.
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All About Calin Georgescu, Romania's Pro-Russia Leader Likely To Be Next President
Romania's political landscape was left shocked after pro-Russia populist Calin Georgescu won the first round of the presidential election. The far-right leader knocked the EU-leaning premier out of the race that will be decided in a December run-off.
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Far-Right Pro-Russian Populist Takes Surprise Lead In Romania Elections
Far-right candidate Calin Georgescu surged unexpectedly in Romania's presidential election, pulling ahead of the pro-European prime minister with more than 98 percent of votes counted Monday and looking all but certain to advance to a runoff.
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"Democracy Not In Good Health": Pope Francis' Warning To "Populists"
Pope Francis decried the state of democracy and warned against "populists" during a short visit to Trieste in Italy's northeast on Sunday ahead of a 12-day trip to Asia -- the longest of his papacy.
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Trump Congratulates UK's Nigel Farage On His Win, Ignores Keir Starmer
Former US president Donald Trump celebrated the election of fellow populist Nigel Farage to Britain's parliament on Friday, neglecting to mention the new prime minister, Keir Starmer.
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Robert Fico, Shot Slovak PM, Is Populist Veteran With Pro-Russian Views
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who was in life-threatening condition after being shot multiple times on Wednesday, is a former Communist Party member who has been accused of swaying his country's foreign policy in favour of the Kremlin.
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Opinion | Why Wealth Redistribution Is No Panacea For Inequality
Such simplistic proposals appeal to populist sentiments without addressing the root causes of inequality.
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Using Borrowed Money To Give Free Electricity: Union Minister Attacks Punjab
Power Minister RK Singh has warned of a debt trap for states like Punjab using borrowed money to provide free electricity, saying such populist schemes are fine only if a state has finances.
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3 Reasons Behind PM Modi's Popularity As Listed By The Economist
Elites may usually dislike populist leaders globally, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeing increasing support among educated voters, international publication The Economist has said.
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Modi Magic, Tribal Outreach: What Helped BJP Cross Majority Mark In Chhattisgarh
A string of populist promises, including the extension of the free ration scheme announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Mahadev betting app issue and the Hindutva card are among key factors that catapulted BJP to power in Chhattisgarh.
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Slovakia PM Announces Halt Of Military Aid To Ukraine
Slovakia's new populist Prime Minister Robert Fico said Thursday that his government was stopping military aid to Ukraine, in the first Western reversal of the kind.
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Former PM Robert Fico Opposed To Ukraine Aid Wins Slovak Elections
A Slovak populist party that wants to stop military aid to Ukraine and is critical of the EU and NATO will be tasked with forming a new government after winning elections.
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Once Mussolini Admirer, She's Set To Head Italy After Far-Right Victory
Italy took a sharp turn to the right Monday after Giorgia Meloni's Eurosceptic populist party swept to victory in general elections, putting the one-time Mussolini admirer on course to become the first woman to lead the country.
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Fuel To Get Cheaper In Maharashtra, Eknath Shinde Announces Tax Cut
Maharashtra will reduce the Value Added Tax or VAT on fuel, effectively bringing down the prices in the state, Eknath Shinde said today in a big populist move as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
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States Need To Re-Prioritise Expenditure, Says SBI Report
Many states are spending high amounts on populist schemes and with the GST compensation ending in June, they need to re-prioritise their expenditure
