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After Brexit, Frexit? The UK vote’s effect on French politics
With a majority of French citizens holding unfavourable views in regard to the EU, the results of the UK referendum have propelled the question of Frexit.
Brexit brings change for Britain’s governing Conservative Party
The governing Conservative Party, rattled by Brexit, faces new leadership from October onwards, and a spectacular shuffle of power within the Party.
Euro 2016: Risk and opportunities for France
The Football Euro Championship taking place in France poses serious security challenges for the country, as economic and political outcomes are crucial for the government.
Brexit leaves markets in upheaval
As Leave triumphs in Brexit vote, world financial markets are left reeling from a surprise upheaval to the established order.
Divisions over Russia hinder Europe’s Energy Union
Incongruities between Eastern and Western Europe on Nord Stream 2 are burdening the European Energy Union — with the potential for great economic impact.
Brexit: What to expect after the EU-UK membership vote
The day after the EU-UK referendum, leaders will attempt to control political risks of a different nature, depending on the outcome.
Buying submarines could be a risky business for Australia
Shortly after concluding his first official trip to China as the Australian Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, on 26 April, announced that the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) will purchase 12 submarines
Russia lacks economic clout in tentative pivot to Asia
Russia needs to have a stronger economic proposal as to how it can add value to the east Asia region in the long-term.
2016 is the year of cheap renewables, not oil
While much attention is devoted to the fall of oil prices, 2016 has seen a significant expansion in the development of renewable energies
Three African tech start-ups driving change
As Africa’s community of start-ups grows, it is increasingly addressing the continent’s problems in transportation, education and connectivity.
