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What is Hungary doing in the Organisation of Turkic States?
WEBJan 18, 2023 · Hungary is leading European engagement with Turkic nations, with its motives rooted in a nationalist narrative that benefits Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.. In mid-November 2022, the leaders of Azerbaijan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Turkmenistan convened in Samarkand for a summit of the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) -previously known as the Turkic Council.
It's Belarus, not White Russia: Why rebranding a country starts with ...
WEBJun 17, 2021 · The more exact translation of Biełaruś would be ‘White Ruthenia’, says Vasiljeu. “Belarus’s name refers to the East Slavic federation called Ruthenia, which existed during the Middle Ages, and not to the country called Russia, which appeared much later. Thus in terms of history it’s not correct to call Belarus ‘White Russia ...
Moldova’s relationship with Romania has changed, possibly forever
WEBJul 14, 2021 · Moldova’s relationship with Romania has changed, possibly forever. July 14, 2021. 5 Min Read. Craig Turp-Balazs. Emerging Europe. The landslide victory of a pro-European party in Moldova’s parliamentary election has been portrayed as a kick in the teeth for Russian interests in the country. But Romania’s influence in …
Stronger together: The role of Poland in international alliances
WEBJul 10, 2019 · Through the B9 alliance, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia have established a recurrent format of political consultation, coordination, and cooperation within the framework of both NATO and the EU. The B9 can jointly contribute to EU initiatives in the field of security and defence.
Hooky Street, Belgrade: How Only Fools and Horses conquered …
WEBMay 8, 2021 · In its native UK, Only Fools and Horses, first aired on September 8, 1981, long ago achieved that rarified status of television programmes that seep into the national consciousness, with endless re-runs commanding audiences of millions. Only Fawlty Towers comes close to matching its enduring popularity. Serbian TV drama reveals just how ...
Fifteen years of Poland thriving in the EU - Emerging Europe
WEBMay 15, 2019 · Of the 10 countries that joined the European Union 15 years ago, Poland is definitely an EU success story: it has become more outward-looking and confident as well as being socially and economically transformed. That is why 91 per cent of Poles support Poland’s membership of the EU. The 2004 European Union …
Staying Positive: Bulgaria in the EU - Emerging Europe
WEBMay 1, 2018 · EU membership has had a positive impact on the Bulgarian economy. The GDP has increased from 28.7 billion euros in 2007 to 45 billion euros in 2016. The Balkan country has benefitted from EU Cohesion policy and regional policy. EU funds have supported the development of major infrastructure …
The 10 best ski resorts in Central and Eastern Europe
WEBDec 12, 2020 · 4. Jasna, Slovakia. jasna.sk. Jasna. The largest ski area in Central Europe offers 50 kilometres of slopes on both sides of Mt Chopok, including some very steep couloirs on the north face and wide-open, easier tracks on the south side of the mountain.
Economy in focus: Hungary - Emerging Europe
WEBAug 3, 2023 · The highest inflation in the EU. While high energy costs and other supply chain disruptions from the war in Ukraine have been felt throughout emerging Europe, Hungary outpaced its peers with year-on-year inflation of 25.2 per cent in March. Household energy prices increased by 43.1 per cent while those …
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