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Elections in Haiti: historical factors and challenges ahead
Less than one month before Haiti’s next attempt at elections, many are still skeptical that the results will yield a new, legitimately-elected president.
Under the Radar: South African students pressure mining sector to fund free tuition
South Africa’s universities are in disarray as students protest a tuition hike, and pressure the mining sector to help fund free higher education.
4 reasons Apple should have seen EU tax ruling coming
The European Commission’s recent action against Apple is the latest in a number of antitrust cases it has brought against U.S tech firms. Despite howls of protest, Commissioner Margrethe Vestager shows no sign of toning down her policy.
Argentinan President Macri calls for economic orthodoxy
Argentina’s economic reforms have surprised investors around the world. Yet, double digit inflation and an economic recession have stifled progress moving forward for the country’s new president, Mauricio Macri. As Latin
Can stimulus measures offset the impact of Brexit?
The Bank of England eyes a fiscal stimulus. This may not be enough to counter the uncertainty caused by the Brexit
Uncertain definition of Brexit complicates Britain’s transition
Without a clear consensus around what a “Brexit” truly entails, the United Kingdom’s ability to construct a favorable departure strategy is in jeopardy.
The Silk Road is turning China’s diplomacy on its head
While China has traditionally refused to become involved in countries’ domestic affairs, its Silk Road ambitions are challenging Beijing’s policy.
The growth of the anti-establishment movement outside the West
With Narendra Modi and Rodrigo Duterte the trend of the so called ‘anti-establishment’ is spreading outside of the West.
5 issues Theresa May faces as Prime Minister
With Parliament returning to work, there are a number of issues that Prime Minister Theresa May faces in both the short and long term.
The Week Ahead
Clinton and Trump face off. Argentina presents inflation targets. Italy releases budget. Congress faces government shutdown. All in The Week Ahead.