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American Dream of Polish Billionaire
Economy
American Dream of Polish Billionaire
I am a classical, pro-free market liberal and I have always been closer to the Republicans than the Democrats. But in this election I had fingers crossed for Kamala Harris because she was more predictable and a better candidate from a geopolitical point of view. But if you look at it purely from a business perspective, the better option seems to be Trump.
Strategic and Geopolitical Vision of the EU with Nicu Popescu [PODCAST]
Think Tank News
Strategic and Geopolitical Vision of the EU with Nicu Popescu [PODCAST]
What lessons should be drawn from the EU\'s response to crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic or the Russian war in Ukraine? How can the European Union act more efficiently in a crisis and reduce bureaucratic procedures? What is the overall strategic and geopolitical vision of the EU? And what should we know about the referendum on including integration with the EU into the constitution and the presidential elections in Moldova?
Success So Far. Javier Milei’s First Year as President of Argentina
Politics
Success So Far. Javier Milei’s First Year as President of Argentina
December marks the first anniversary of Javier Milei\'s swearing-in as president of Argentina. This is the perfect time to summarize his most important achievements to date. When he began his term, He was an eccentric. During the election campaign, he promised the abolition of the central bank, the unilateral adoption in Argentina of the U.S. dollar as a circulating currency, and drastic cuts in spending and bureaucracy.
Global Climate, Anxieties and Perspectives for Young People
Society
Global Climate, Anxieties and Perspectives for Young People
The Federal Republic of Germany, with its 16 states, has a federal structure. The states possess extensive powers, especially in the area of education. State parliaments make important decisions affecting the lives of young people in Germany. On November 8, 2024, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom participated in an expert hearing in the state parliament of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, invited by the liberal FDP parliamentary group.
Regulated Rents, Unregulated Problems
Society
Regulated Rents, Unregulated Problems
The German housing market is in deep crisis. Building permits are declining, cancellations are increasing, and consequently, fewer and fewer projects are being completed. This shrinking supply meets persistently high or even rising demand. The effects of this imbalance are immediately evident in rent price developments. Recently, significant rent increases have been observed, especially for new leases in Germany’s major cities.
Poland’s Civic Coalition Pre-election and Presidential Election 2025
Politics
Poland’s Civic Coalition Pre-election and Presidential Election 2025
Who will be the next president of Poland, one of the largest European nations? The presidential election in Poland has not yet been scheduled but is expected to take place in May 2025. However, it is already making headlines across the country. The Polish president, who serves a 5-year term, has a largely representative role but is also responsible for signing and vetoing legislation and exercising legislative initiative.