Governance

Achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals will require good governance – from the local to the global level.

Self-righteous aggressiveness versus universal values

Humankind’s religions share a common core of values, as the Swiss theologian Hans Küng prominently argued. He called it the “global ethic”.

Youth movements

Why Kenya’s youth is taking to the streets

In recent weeks, massive protests have erupted in Kenya. The people on the streets are almost exclusively young people, forming a kind of political movement the country has never seen before.

Youth movements

“I am angry because Kenya is not working for many of its citizens”

Kenya’s youth have been taking to the streets against the government for weeks. Sports student Shakira Wafula almost involuntarily became a face of the movement. In this interview, she talks about what is driving young Kenyans.

Protests

Why Kenya is on fire

Kenya has been experiencing a wave of protests led by young people. No one can really say they didn’t see this coming. What is unfolding in Kenya is a lesson in what happens when the debt crisis escalates not just metaphorically, but literally.

Interreligious dialogue

Building bridges to reconcile religious conflicts

Buddhism is Sri Lanka’s main religion, but others also have a large following. The country has experienced several conflicts over the last five decades, influenced not least by religious tensions.

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International development

Development policy must not ignore changing global realities

In the face of multiple global crises, power shifts and anti-democratic tendencies, policymakers are facing unprecedented challenges. Solutions require smart prioritisation, new trust and transparency.

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Constitutional law

Imagine top judges in Africa or Asia ruling like the US Supreme Court

In the USA, the judicial branch of government has done a disservice to democracy.

Sanctions

Advantages and pitfalls of sanctions

A political scientist provides insights into the impacts of sanctions as a primary tool for leverage in international politics.

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Sri Lanka

Rebounding tourism set to support Sri Lanka’s economic recovery

More tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka after multi-pronged crisis

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Elections

Mexico’s first female president

The result of Mexico’s recent election was historical for several reasons

Global tourism industry

A not very sustainable recovery of global tourism

The global tourism industry is recuperating from the coronavirus pandemic but least developed countries in particular lag behind. Among the biggest challenges are lack of investment and the climate crisis.