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Dozen odd elections were scheduled for 2024. Polls in major economies are over and it's time to witness policy changes and see how these poll outcomes will impact your business. Few more notable elections are left. Cost of living, green transition, inflation, oil, and more will shape debates and future policy. #polls #elections #policy #inflation #IRA Here is a handy primer

A new Citi Research report explores two scenarios for France's elections: a deadlocked parliament and an outright victory for the far right. Either could disrupt not only France's fiscal performance but also Europe's ability to accelerate its transformation at a time of rapid geopolitical and economic change. https://on.citi/3XGG5e4

Our recent publication "#Macron Revolutionises and Rejuvenates The Government Ahead of the European Elections" by Prof. Brunello Rosa and Shahed Hassanaly is available on Rosa Roubini Associates' website. In this paper, we discuss: 1. The recent reshuffle in #France’s government and the motivations behind it; 2. The young personality of the new prime minister and his background; 3. The composition of the new government – confirmations and new arrivals; 4. The rise of Jordan #Bardella at the helm of the Rassémblement National; and 5. The latest polls ahead of the #EU elections in June. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gTwWJb-2

This represents the conclusive work program of the current Commission. It is imperative to acknowledge that the year 2024 will be truncated owing to the European Elections slated for the month of June. It brings 18 new initiatives, mostly non-legislative, 6 withdrawals and 154 pending proposals. In a document produced by Eupportunity, we emphasised some of the most remarkable passages of the Communication - 𝘿𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙤𝙬 - and highlighted the key new initiatives announced for 2024. To access the full briefing and more weekly updates - https://lnkd.in/dDziwR36

𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞: “𝐈𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐢𝐞.” The upcoming European elections have been the subject of much commentary and prediction. Many forecasts expect gains for right-wing parties, while centrist parties are expected to lose seats. But will the Right truly become more influential? Who will ultimately hold power in the European Parliament?   To understand the context of these #elections, our outlook provides an analysis of the #economic and #geopolitical challenges Europe currently faces. Building on this foundation, we assess the potential impact of several possible election outcomes on the distribution of power in the EP. Additionally, our briefing includes an overview of the candidates and key issues for German parties and European political groups. Read our full analysis attached to this post! #EuropeanElections #Geopolitics #Economics #Outlook #EuropeanUnion #EU #EuropeanParliament

⏰ In just 25 days, European citizens will head to the polls for the European parliamentary elections. 🇪🇺 As this crucial date approaches, we can't emphasise enough how important it is to cast your vote. 🗣 Why does this matter for accountants? Accountancy Europe's President, Mark Vaessen, highlights a key point: 80% of the legislation affecting accountants in Europe is determined at the European level. 🗓 Remember to mark your calendar for the European elections, taking place from June 6 to 9. #EUelections #Democracy #Sustainability #ShapeEU2024  #TogetherForDemocracy  #VoteEurope2024  #EUelections2024  #UseYourVote Eleni Kanelli, Chara Georgiou, Johan Barros, Olivier Boutellis, Nederlandse Beroepsorganisatie van Accountants (NBA), KPMG Nederland, European Parliament

For Northern Ireland "three elections in the last few weeks, in the EU, in the UK and in France, are creating a new context for divergence and alignment." Writing for Pivotal Platform, Viviane Gravey, from QUB HAPP, details the shifting wider political context shaping many of the key policy decisions facing NI. "Governments in the UK and across the European Union are adopting policies constantly: divergence can be born of NI inaction as much as action." https://lnkd.in/dDHNA538

On 1 January 2024, Belgium takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU for the next six months. The Belgian Presidency comes at an important moment as European Parliament elections will take place in June 2024. DeHavilland EU has prepared a briefing analysing the Presidency priorities combined with predictions of additional topics that will be part of the Council negotiations. In the briefing, you will find: • An overview of Belgium’s preparations for the Presidency and important dates for next year. • A breakdown of the policy priorities and the files that are likely to be of focus for the next term. • Brief biographies of the relevant Ministers who are most likely to lead the various Council configurations. • An overview of the progress made by the Spanish Presidency of the Council.