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European countries grapple with rising costs and geopolitical uncertainties. The EU is considering measures like reducing the size of its parliament to accommodate expansion, and it is increasingly adopting a defensive posture towards China, balancing economic interests with security concerns.
Russia’s Political Trajectory
While Vladimir Putin’s victory in the upcoming Russian presidential election seems assured, the political climate remains unpredictable, especially given Russia’s escalating nuclear rhetoric and military assertiveness. Witnessing these developments, Europe’s strategies toward Russia and China will be pivotal in 2024.