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President Yoon Suk-yeol announced intentions to create conditions making it more advantageous for multi-homeowners and single-homeowners not living in their properties to sell rather than hold onto their homes, aiming to confine investment and speculation in the housing market.

Democratic leaders expressed concern over the Trump administration's opaque decision-making regarding potential military action in Iran, urging transparency about any intentions.

President Yoon has proposed policies aimed at making it more beneficial for single homeowners who are engaged in investment or speculation to sell their properties instead of holding onto them.

The article discusses Estonia's healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based decision-making inspired by successful Western European models.

An expert group recommends increasing the number of members in Norway's interest rate committee to improve decision-making quality.

The minutes from Banco de México's monetary policy meetings reveal limitations in fulfilling the objective of transparently communicating decision-making processes.

A newly elected member of Copenhagen’s Health and Care Committee expresses frustration about the democratic decision-making processes in welfare policy.

The article discusses proposals to improve the rental market in Iceland's rural areas and enhance access to shared ownership loans.

A Finnish professional union criticizes Kela for attempting to conduct a complex medical rehabilitation tender process solely based on price.

There are six proposed scenarios for the future of graduation exams in Lithuania, highlighting the need for ongoing discussion rather than immediate decision-making.

The National Education Commission of South Korea is publicly recruiting 300 members for its Public Participation Committee to enhance citizen involvement in education policy.

A man from Jyväskylä ceased his part-time job due to government cuts making it unprofitable, leaving him with a drastically reduced income.

The Greek government's economic team is making moves to reduce overdue public debts to private entities, establishing a task force to expedite lump sum payments.

The Swedish government is considering making language tests for young children mandatory to detect those who need support early on.

The South African government has mandated an online Gender-Based Analysis (GBA+) training course for public servants to foster inclusivity in policy-making and service delivery.

The article discusses the imminent threat of a large-scale conflict between the U.S. and Iran, as President Trump intensifies military presence in the Middle East.

The increase in the age threshold for youth to 30 will broaden the support available to young people in Latvia and enhance their participation in youth programs and policy-making.

A reader expresses concern that the new efficiency fee discourages households from preparing warm meals during peak hours, questioning its overall intent.

A conference on the impact of overweight on health and society is being held in the Estonian Riigikogu with experts discussing preventative, treatment, and policy-making strategies.

President Trump highlights a $550 billion investment from Japan as a significant milestone in trade agreements, asserting that tariffs played a crucial role in making this possible.

The article discusses six significant foreign policy and military actions taken by former US President Donald Trump, highlighting the boldness and risks of his decision-making.

Palmer Luckey, a 33-year-old entrepreneur, is profiting immensely from contracts with the U.S. Border Patrol related to Trump's immigration policies through his company, Anduril Industries.

The Lombard line is gaining prominence in the approval process of energy bill measures amidst ongoing debates on the Energy Decree in Italy.

This article explains the wage index in simple language, making it accessible to a broader audience.

Barbara Nowak criticizes the Polish Ministry of Education for making health education optional, arguing it should be mandatory in schools.

The article discusses the tendency in the public sector for research to become a substitute for solutions instead of a starting point for them.

A recent poll indicates that citizens of major NATO countries are hesitant to make financial sacrifices for military spending, despite a widespread belief that global conflict is on the horizon.

The Social Democrats propose measures to prevent profit-making independent schools from transferring funding, aiming to eliminate profits in the education sector if they win the election.

L. Kasčiūnas has criticized the Lithuanian Prime Minister's statements on China, suggesting a lack of coherence in foreign policy and warning against making concessions to the Chinese Communist Party.

Javier Milei's government in Argentina is making significant progress on both tax and labor reforms, including a new tax innocence law that favors the majority of taxpayers.

The article critiques Estonian President Jüri Kõre's and French President Macron's handling of declining birth rates, emphasizing the need for scientific insights in policy making.

The article discusses the implications of the Czech government possibly operating without the NERV advisory group, highlighting concerns about a lack of diverse perspectives and potential risks involved.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was defended by the government, asserting it validated the government's strategic foreign policy approach.

Acre recorded only one case of child labor in 2025, making it the state with the lowest incidence in Brazil according to the Ministry of Labor and Employment.

The article critiques Australia's housing policies for exacerbating the housing crisis rather than alleviating it, highlighting how government incentives increase demand and, in turn, property prices.

President Yoon Suk Yeol's active use of social media to announce policy ideas is causing stress among civil servants who are adapting to a rapidly changing decision-making process.

The African Union's Executive Council has convened in Addis Ababa for its 48th Ordinary Session to discuss key policy strategies for the upcoming 2026 agenda.

Akhilesh Yadav criticized the government in the House for allegedly making a one-sided deal with the US.

The proposal to link social benefits to the wage index has sparked debate in Iceland, suggesting it reflects a prioritization of financial factors in policy-making.

Stephen Miller, a key figure in Donald Trump's administration, is known for his aggressive approach to conservative policies, particularly in immigration, making him a divisive figure in American politics.

The United States is transferring operational command of two NATO command centers to European leadership, aligning with President Trump’s policy of European nations taking more responsibility for their own defense.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making an urgent visit to Washington to discuss U.S. policy toward Iran amid rising Israeli concerns about diplomatic negotiations between the U.S. and Tehran.

A significant number of teachers in the Piracicaba region of Brazil are absent due to health issues, with women aged 50 to 59 making up the largest demographic affected.

The article critiques the Australian federal Coalition and Labor government for their inaction and divisive politics, highlighting the rise of One Nation in this vacuum of trust.

The Lithuanian Ministry of the Interior aims to centralize regional development management under its authority to streamline decision-making and funding processes.

The Brazilian Ministry of Health has launched a program aimed at training families and caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or disabilities, making Brazil the first country in the Americas to adopt such a public policy.

A conflict has arisen in the Seimas Environmental Protection Committee over forest policy, with former deputy minister Edmundas Mačieža feeling isolated from decision-making processes orchestrated by Minister K. Žuromskas and others.

The Monetary Policy Council decided to keep interest rates in Poland unchanged, citing inflation data and divided market expectations as key factors in their decision-making.

The article discusses the impact of denialism on decision-making in infrastructure and public policies, advocating for a return to evidence-based approaches.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to double the number of shareholders in Germany, making it a benchmark for the success of his administration, including a personal anecdote about motivating his children for family walks.