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The recent election signals a shift towards European alignment, offering potential for improved governance, restored partnerships, and reduced tensions. New leadership signals willingness to ease Ukrainian tensions but heavy reliance on Russian energy a challenge.Learning Outcomes
- Understand how political change shapes strategic direction — the article explains how leadership transitions can alter external relationships and influence broader regional dynamics.
- Recognise the link between domestic priorities and external engagement — economic concerns and governance reforms are shown to directly affect international positioning and cooperation.
