Opinion

Why democracy requires trusted experts

Jean Pisani-Ferry explains why the divide between experts and citizens is cause for deep concern.

So far, democracy has not won in Turkey

Europeans turn a blind eye to President Erdogan's democratic lapses, writes Alina Mungiu-Pippidi.

A Scottish beacon of hope for Europe after Brexit

Scottish EU accession could be proof positive that the EU hears citizens’ concerns, writes Mark Dawson.

Fog in the channel

Brexit holds lessons for people on both sides of the English Channel, writes László Andor.

Whatever it costs – EU referenda as the true will of the people?

Markus Jachtenfuchs tells us why referenda are no cure-all.

Germany’s renewed commitment to NATO

A welcome surprise to many, amid criticism that Berlin could do more, Tobias Bunde says.

6 questions for the post-Brexit debate

Henrik Enderlein addresses what should happen and what is likely to happen.

Brexit: We need a strong French-German signal

Henrik Enderlein says the EU can cope.

After Brexit – What now?

Brexit has exposed deep divisions in Great Britain and in the EU. An analysis by Mark Dawson and Pierre Thielboerger.

Europe, let’s take a moment to reflect

The EU will lose one of its most progressive and democratic member states, says Anke Hassel.

Britain's Neverendum on Europe

Brits’ disinterest in the Brexit vote confounds EU observers, writes Mark Dawson.

Gen Y is bridging the gender gap

Klaus Hurrelmann explains how Gen Y are shaking up gender roles that have been in place for generations.