This special issue analyses the potential consequences of Donald Trump’s re-election on different countries and institutions worldwide. Through a collection of different articles, this issue seeks to paint a picture of what the next four years under his presidency could mean for international relations, global governance, and domestic politics. From shifts in alliances to changes in trade policies and institutional dynamics, our contributions provide an in-depth analysis of the challenges and opportunities ahead.

De Jure Compliance, De Facto Resistance: The Persistence of Elite Power and Institutional Reform in EU Candidate States
High-speed rail as a strategic infrastructure: a review of the EU’s high-speed rail vision within the TEN-T framework
Dissent at the centre: protest policing in the EU’s capital
Unpacking the Global Gateway’s Financial Structure: A Critical Look at its Development Logic