France's notoriously fractious left-of-centre parties have found a new unity to contest the legislative election, but there are some disturbing implications.
Category: Elections
Election preview: Philippines
The Philippine presidential election seems a foregone conclusion, with the late dictator's son holding a big lead in the polls.
Britain votes locally
Elections in Britain overnight will be watched for their broader political implications, especially in Brexit-plagued Northern Ireland.
France readies for the third round
France re-elects its centrist president with a comfortable majority, but still has to decide how much legislative power to entrust him with.
A landslide in Slovenia
A big defeat for Slovenia's Trumpist prime minister provides a remarkable contrast to neighboring Hungary.
Return of the veteran in East Timor
East Timor's presidential election was supposed to be for a non-partisan head of state, but in reality it was another step in a long-running political conflict.
Three wins for democracy
Election results and a preview of future blogging on East Timor, Slovenia and France.
France’s left on the spot
The re-election of Emmanuel Macron will not solve the problems of France's political system, but it is a necessary first step.
A look at the French numbers
Incumbent Emmanuel Macron did well in France's first round, but a shift towards the extremes spells danger for the country's political system.
France goes to a rematch
Emmanuel Macron recovers some ground to record a clear win in the first round of the presidential election. He will again face Marine Le Pen in the second in two weeks' time.
