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Partidos políticos en acción en mítines y reuniones de coalición.
Globalization

Insights from the Democracy and Policy: Envisioning a Global Democratic Future Conference

The conference ‘Democracy and Politics: Reimagining a Global Democratic Future’ underscored the need for new democratic visions to strengthen resilience and address current challenges. Solutions were discussed, the role of parties, interaction between institutions and citizenship, global strategies, and the impact of technology, highlighting collaboration between actors to counter authoritarian risks.

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September 3, 2025
Los gráficos y las tablas ilustran las tendencias del desempeño fiscal de Francia.
Globalization

France: Fiscal Consolidation and the Reduction of Differences between Peripheral and Central Countries

France has faced fiscal challenges since 2009, with rising budget deficits and public debt, while the political crisis is exacerbated by the fall of Michel Barnier’s government in 2024. Italy is also facing problems due to its high debt and low growth. The French fiscal situation is delicate, affecting the economy and recessing that of the financial markets.

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September 3, 2025
Un adolescente interactúa con una interfaz de chat de IA en su dispositivo.
Society

Should you have an AI companion?

52% of teenagers use AI to complement human companionship, with a growing number of adults. This use transforms personal relationships and poses risks of lack of human contact. AI assistants are used for conversations, emotional support, and therapy, but there are concerns about privacy, security, and impact on human interactions.

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September 3, 2025