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6 scenarios for the future of the right in the EP

Europe's right is making significant gains in the European elections. But success does not necessarily unite. Political scientist Manuel Müller runs through various scenarios for Table.Briefings – and assesses how likely a large right-wing group is, among other things.

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Why Barbie never stood a chance in China

Even though playing and toys are now largely depoliticized, Barbie is not very popular in China. Parents in the People's Republic want their daughters to learn and not be busy with make-up tips or other nonsense – a brief cultural history.

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Why we need majority decisions for EU foreign and security policy issues

Qualified majority decisions in the Council can increase Europe's ability to act in EU foreign and security policy, writes a group of European academics. However, the member states are resisting their introduction. Now so-called "sovereignty safety nets" could help the reform achieve a breakthrough.

By Experts Table.Briefings

'Is China too old to get rich?'

China is supposed to join the group of high-income countries within the next two years. However, the weak economy and aging society make this highly unlikely.

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European elections on Sunday – The last seat projection

In the run-up to the European elections, Table.Briefings has regularly published an up-to-date projection by political scientist Manuel Müller on the composition of the next EU Parliament. Today follows the last one. Renew and the Greens are emerging as the losers.

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