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Pakistan’s heightened terror threat reawakens concerns for regional stability
Bombings in Pakistan bring terrorism back to the forefront of the political debate and raise about Pakistan’s ability to respond to the terrorist threat.
Three reasons to keep an eye on Tangier, Morocco
Tangiers shows promising growth prospects with the development of the Tanger Med Port, a revival of the old medina, and plans to boost tourism.
A battle for the Supreme Court begins in Brazil
President Temer’s nomination of Alexandre Morales to the Supreme Court of Brazil is proving controversial due to the country’s ongoing corruption scandal.
Why energy reforms are Algeria’s biggest challenge yet
Algeria has begun a series of energy reforms that have provoked deep social unrest in one of the last bastions of stability in North Africa.
The Week Ahead
Trump speaks to Congress. Merkel talks with Egypt. Dutch elections near end. UK, France and US call for UN sanctions against Syria. All in The Week Ahead.
Trump and the Koreas: What to expect from calculated irrationaliy
Donald Trump’s tumultuous debut into international relations encourages debate around his strategic coherence and balance with North and South Korea.
Copper boom or bust? Here’s three countries to watch
Strikes in Chile’s copper mine and pending negotiations in Indonesia are amongst the most pressing factors affecting copper prices in the coming year.
Under the Radar: How sandalwood is transforming crime and commerce in Asia
The boom in sandalwood prices is creating opportunities in Australia, India and beyond but high prices are also driving a boom in crime as well.
What challenges lie ahead for Egypt’s economic reforms?
As Egypt prepares to receive the second tranche of a $12 billion IMF loan, the country is facing continued political and economic challenges.
Bankers beware: North Korea is on a hacking spree
North Korea has mounted a series of cyber attacks by taking advantage of outdated financial technology, mainly through the SWIFT network.