All articles tagged with #political survival
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Financial Times
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida plans to remove several ministers from his cabinet in an effort to secure his position as the country's leader. Kishida's move is seen as a strategy to consolidate power and ensure his political survival amidst growing challenges and criticism.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, who recently secured an absolute majority in parliament, now faces the challenge of maintaining his government's stability and keeping a diverse group of supporters satisfied. To secure the necessary endorsements, Sánchez made a controversial agreement to push through an amnesty for individuals involved in Catalonia's failed secession attempt. While analysts acknowledge the difficulties ahead, they believe it is unlikely for the government to be toppled through a parliamentary maneuver. Sánchez's government relies on the support of Catalan separatist parties, and the completion of a four-year term may be challenging. However, Sánchez has the option to call a snap election if he believes it would benefit his party. The Popular Party's alliances with the far-right Vox party make it unlikely for Sánchez's supporters to switch sides. The separatist parties have warned that they expect more than just an amnesty and desire a binding referendum on independence for Catalonia. The competition between the two Catalan parties and the waning support for the independence movement could work in Sánchez's favor.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
Eric Garcetti, former Los Angeles mayor, was confirmed as ambassador to India after a 614-day nomination process. Garcetti's nomination was at risk due to accusations that he knew about sexual harassment allegations against a top aide. He spent months fighting to clear his name and enlisted the help of lobbyists, staffers, and allies to secure Senate confirmation. The vote was seen as a fight for his reputation and political viability. Garcetti maintained his lack of knowledge about the allegations and suggested that his detractors used the controversy to humiliate him.