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Will Trump’s election change the US-Russia relationship?
With the election of Russia’s preferred candidate — Republican President-elect Donald Trump — the future of Russia-US relations remains uncertain.
The Moldovan election: A quiet country at an important crossroads
Europe is full of loud stories, and yet beneath the noise there are first time democratic elections shifting the tide of East-West relations, like Moldova.
Wallonia’s “no” to CETA is a warning against scattered regionalism
CETA is an example of the dangers the EU faces in remodelling its processes and making them more inclusive in order to better connect with citizens.
The Week Ahead
Trump makes appointments. UK inflation climb underpins pound rally. US data shows reaction to election. COP22 continues. Haiti holds elections. All in The Week Ahead.
Russia’s coal expansion is running out of steam
Despite changing markets, Russia is betting on coal consumption as it moves to develop its eastern regions and pivot from Europe. Will the strategy work?
Rakhine state violence threatens Myanmar’s reform
Renewed conflict in Rakhine state highlights important structural risks to Myanmar’s reform project. Military influence over politics in Rakhine could ensure that the Rohingya dilemma remains a burden for many
Under the Radar: Africa’s richest woman could sink Angola’s economy
Isabel dos Santos control of Angola’s state oil producer and increasing control of its banks creates a doomsday scenario for Angola’s economy.
The Cyprus reunification talks are progressing
After one and a half years of negotiations, the talks for the reunification of Cyprus have started to see some progress.
The US quietly re-writes Arctic policy
Under the cover of the 2016 election season, the Obama administration has been busy crafting a new Arctic policy that will have significant ramifications.