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Focus on Europe — Spotlight on People

November 18, 2024

Germany’s governing coalition has collapsed. What do young people think? Plus: Moldova is still debating whether to choose Europe or Russia, even after its presidential election.

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Focus on Europe — Spotlight on People

What drives people in Europe – politically, socially and culturally? How do Europeans lead their lives? What are their views, hopes and fears? Focus on Europe – Spotlight on People provides the answers.

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