Types of democracy
The Economist Democracy Index: Bulgaria ahead of 4 Countries in the EU
Our country is 46th out of 167 countries "Democracy in ... dies!" Or "Victory of democracy in ...". Every day in world media and social networks there are generalizations about trends and events in one or another country. Where do we judge whether they are true or not?
"DEMOCRACY MEANS EQUALITY!"
As Executive Head of the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF), Annika Savill manages a UN Secretary-General's Trust Fund that strengthens the voice of civil society, promote the rule of law and human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes.
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In joint article in Kathimerini, presidents Pavlopoulos and Steinmeier call for more unity in Europe
This is already our second meeting in Athens as our countries' heads of state. This place compares to no other in Europe with regard to our deep, common roots, which extend far beyond relations between Germany and Greece. Today's Europe would be inconceivable without the Greek legacy or without the Athenian democracy of Pericles.
Zaev: Name deal must secure approval in Parliament, otherwise elections
After voting finished in a name change referendum in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Prime Minister Zoran Zaev said that despite a "boycott" he expected that the majority voted "yes" and that the result should be reflected in Parliament.
Democracy Forum to discuss solutions for a changing world
The fourth Athens Democracy Forum is hosting leading personalities from the areas of politics, journalism, civil society and business this month for an in-depth discussion on the challenges of democracy.
INTERVIEW WITH GIOVANNI BUTTARELLI, EUROPEAN DATA PROTECTION SUPERVISOR
Sick phenomenon
Greece has witnessed many periods of intense polarization during its history. However, it has never before reached the point where government ministers issue statements with such over-the-top or vulgar content.
Their habit of targeting the news media, judicial officials and political opponents has simply overstepped the mark.
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Gov't and New Democracy clash over Novartis bribery claims
A prosecutors' report alleging that Swiss drugs manufacturer Novartis bribed Greek government officials has fuelled a vehement row between the government and conservative New Democracy, Greece's main opposition party.