Political Risk

Political uncertainty over the formation of the new government in Poland continues to overshadow other events. Following the resignation of former prime minister Leszek Miller, SLD... 2004-05-11

In a surprise development, former prime minister Vladimir Meciar was defeated in the second round of the presidential election in April. BMI View: The result is welcome news to the... 2004-05-10

Hungary and the other accession states do not qualify for a grace period before the European Commission starts legal action to enforce the implementation of EU law due to the fact... 2004-05-07

The tenuous position of the minority SLD-led government has been compounded by confirmation that Prime Minister Leszek Miller will resign from office with effect from May 2. BMI View:... 2004-04-08

Hungary's ongoing economic woes have resulted in a pronounced mid-term dip in general support for the ruling coalition. BMI View: Nonetheless, our core scenario envisages that the... 2004-02-13

The ruling Socialists have vowed to tighten existing legislation on offensive remarks, whilst the junior coalition partner, the liberal SzDSz, has largely resisted such efforts, on... 2004-02-13