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In this Q&A, I discuss some of the big political questions shaping Europe and the wider world today. We begin by asking whether Britain could realistically move closer to the European Union again after Brexit. Then, we examine how European democracies can respond to the growing influence of far-right movements. Why have there been so few new countries emerging in recent years, despite ongoing separatist demands? We also consider the sensitive issue of voting rights in a future Scottish independence referendum — who should have a say? The discussion continues with what it actually means for a country to be recognised, and what happens afterward. Finally, we explore which ongoing or recent conflicts are most widely misunderstood by the international community.
*VIDEO CHAPTERS*
00:00 Introduction and Titles
00:22 Can Britain Move Closer to the EU Again?
07:19 How Can Europe Counter the Rise of the Far Right?
14:06 Why Haven’t Any New Countries Emerged Recently?
19:08 Who Should Vote in a Scottish Independence Referendum?
24:07 What Happens After a Country is Recognised?
29:15 Which Conflicts Are Misunderstood?
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In this Q&A, I discuss some of the big political questions shaping Europe and the wider world today. We begin by asking whether Britain could realistically move closer to the European Union again after Brexit. Then, we examine how European democracies can respond to the growing influence of far-right movements. Why have there been so few new countries emerging in recent years, despite ongoing separatist demands? We also consider the sensitive issue of voting rights in a future Scottish independence referendum — who should have a say? The discussion continues with what it actually means for a country to be recognised, and what happens afterward. Finally, we explore which ongoing or recent conflicts are most widely misunderstood by the international community.
*VIDEO CHAPTERS*
00:00 Introduction and Titles
00:22 Can Britain Move Closer to the EU Again?
07:19 How Can Europe Counter the Rise of the Far Right?
14:06 Why Haven’t Any New Countries Emerged Recently?
19:08 Who Should Vote in a Scottish Independence Referendum?
24:07 What Happens After a Country is Recognised?
29:15 Which Conflicts Are Misunderstood?
*SUPPORT INDEPENDENT ANALYSIS*
If you enjoy the channel and would like to support independent analysis of international relations, conflict, and security, there are several ways you can help:
SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE
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JOIN THE COMMUNITY AND BECOME A CHANNEL MEMBER
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*MY LATEST BOOK!*
Secession and State Creation: What Everyone Needs to Know
Oxford University Press global.oup.com/academic/product/secession-and-state-creation-9780190494049
Amazon amzn.to/2MPY3W2
Some of the links above are affiliate links. These pay a small commission if you make a purchase. This helps to support the channel at no additional cost to you.
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