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Economics Latin America

Does Argentina’s return to capital markets signal change?

Argentina recently issued sovereign bonds, re-entering capital markets. The past proclivity to economic turmoil suggests that stability remains elusive.

Europe Politics

La Nuit Debout: the new French Indignants?

Since the protest against the draft labour reform began on the 31st of March, the Place de la République in Paris has been overcrowded every night.

Politics Sub-Saharan Africa

The ICC and the Kenya 2017 elections

The ICC’s termination of the case against Deputy President William Ruto alters the risk of violence in Kenya’s 2017 elections and enhances the Jubilee Coalition’s prospects of maintaining power. In

Security South and Central Asia

Despite rising intolerance, India’s economy remains unaffected

Since 2014 India has seen rising levels of intolerance. However this disruption is not yet reflected in the country’s economic performance.

International Natural resources and energy

China and India could destabilize global coal market

Tectonic shifts in the global coal market are underway, posing a series of questions for traditional coal supply markets.

Latin America Politics

Brazil’s impeachment saga: Assessing a potential Temer administration

With Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff facing impeachment, the potential is mounting for political leadership to shift into the hands of VP Michel Temer.

Europe Politics

Is Hollande politically finished?

French President Francois Hollande is now at his weakest political standing yet, with his own party uncertain over his candidacy in the 2017 elections.

Asia Pacific Economics

The implications of Sino-US trade tensions

Hostility is building up between the US and China over trade policy, particularly with regards to Chinese steel exports.

Middle East/North Africa North America

9/11 bill increases tensions between US and Saudi Arabia

The escalation in tensions between the United States (US) and Saudi Arabia have played out in a tangible way this past week.

Europe Politics

Russia’s parliamentary elections pose political risk

In 2016, the Russian political system could face its moment of truth.