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2017 Preview: A new red star over China – Part 1: China at home
This is the first of a two-part analysis on what is in store for China in 2017. It explores China’s catch-22 — the fact that it is further integrating itself internationally and becoming a ‘responsible stakeholder’, while concomitantly showing signs of turning inwards and becoming isolationist.
Illicit wildlife trafficking is a major political crisis
Wildlife trafficking and poaching are fueling instability, as state authority is undermined, criminal and terrorists funded and corruption entrenched.
2017 Preview: Southeast Asia is set to embrace more volatility
Southeast Asia in 2016 has been marked by busy political agendas, challenges by ethnic tensions, religious conflicts, and regional stability issues.
Is football finally making its way home to China?
The Chinese government is well aware of the benefits of football in promoting their own ideological agenda, nationalism and political unity.
Under Trump, the national debt has the potential to grow
Donald Trump faces a myriad of problems upon inauguration this month. Among the financial and economic dilemmas is the national debt.
2017 Preview: Russia takes aim at China
Russia and China have appeared to edge closer together of late, yet Kremlin-backed deals from Rosneft are countering China. This trend will accelerate as Trump comes into office and the
2017 Preview: Europe’s security and political risk outlook
With 2017 fast approaching, Europe and the EU will likely continue to be exposed to a range of security, financial and political risks.
2017 Preview: Cyber power presents new prospects and perils
Cyber power presents new risks to global politics, security, and commerce. Analyzing the cyber threat environment is crucial to contain risks in 2017.