Catherine Wilson

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Catherine Wilson is a freelance journalist and correspondent reporting on the Pacific Islands region for the international media.

Why Moldova’s election results matter for Europe’s war with Russia
Why Moldova’s election results matter for Europe’s war with Russia
Vladimir Putin has his eyes on a tiny landlocked country that could prove critical in his campaign against Ukraine.
How Romania defied Putin’s interference to choose democracy over division
How Romania defied Putin’s interference to choose democracy over division
Nicuşor Dan’s decisive win over a nationalist challenger could mark a broader European trend away from extremist gains.
Hungary’s Viktor Orbán faces challenge to his illiberal democracy
Hungary’s Viktor Orbán faces challenge to his illiberal democracy
A fresh leader has remade the opposition and hopes to galvanise local discontent.
Romania’s presidential election triggers uncertainty for Europe, Ukraine and its allies
Romania’s presidential election triggers uncertainty for Europe, Ukraine and its allies
Allegations of Russian interference in a surprise result has led to an election re-run and a reminder of political ghosts.
The days lost to PNG’s development and economy over votes of no confidence
The days lost to PNG’s development and economy over votes of no confidence
Diminished parliamentary productivity has ramifications not only for the progress of legislation but the well-being of the nation.
The unheard potential of moderate voices in New Caledonia’s crisis
The unheard potential of moderate voices in New Caledonia’s crisis
Hope for a “common destiny” is not yet lost despite the violent unrest and hardening views.
China-Solomon Islands pact: Reading between the lines
China-Solomon Islands pact: Reading between the lines
The new security deal highlights Beijing’s drive to strengthen its grasp on political favour and regional resources.
Pacific islands: The cost to tomorrow of the crisis today
Pacific islands: The cost to tomorrow of the crisis today
The brunt of the Covid-19 recession will be borne by developing nations, where youth populations are dominant.
Demanding the Future: Navigating the Pacific's Youth Bulge
Analysis
Demanding the Future: Navigating the Pacific's Youth Bulge
With half the region's population aged under 23, the Pacific's 'youth bulge' will affect every area of development in the region in the coming decades
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