Politics
Start-ups poised to change politics in Singapore
As Singapore seeks new sources of growth, the micro-nation is positioning itself to become Asia’s start-up hub. By promoting outside-of-the-box thinking, Singapore could see political spillover as the government loosens
America’s ballooning student debt: Lessons learned from Chile
Public discontent over for-profit university financing schemes in the United States could present serious sociopolitical and economic challenges. The 2011 student protests in Chile serve as a sobering example of
The legacy of Philippines President Benigno Aquino
As Philippines’ President Benigno ‘Noynoy’ Aquino winds down his term as President, we consider whether he has lived up to the promises he made in his 2010 election campaign. On
Flags carry political risk
The renewed debate in the United States over the Confederate flag has shown how flags can carry political risk for national and local governments. In the globalized era, it is more
Weekly Risk Outlook
Leaders of Germany, France, and Ukraine meet to discuss Eastern Ukraine. U.S. data released before major Fed summit. Conference in Gabon will stress U.S.-Africa trade ties. Brazil releases economic figures. All in the
Turkey’s global competition with China
Anti-Chinese tariffs and sentiments are increasing in Turkey as Ankara’s dependence on Chinese imports grows. Despite this, Turkish firms are taking on China in Africa and Central Asia. Two weeks
Is Kazakhstan’s economic growth enough?
Despite the economic growth seen over the past few years, culminating in the 2017 Expo, Kazakhstan still has a long way to go before it can be thought of as
Jokowi’s cabinet shake-up offers hope but little growth impact
Jokowi’s revamped cabinet features experienced technocrats appointed to boost the largest economy in Southeast Asia. Domestic business insiders welcomed the cabinet reshuffle, but remain cautious as they wait for better
Women rise up in the Middle East
As the world focuses on the region’s violent geopolitical struggles, a quiet revolution is taking place. The women of the Middle East are making remarkable gains in politics and businesses.
How disastrous would Trump’s foreign policy be?
Trump’s vitriolic rhetoric has targeted the Iran deal, free trade agreements, and Mexicans. If he was handed the keys to US foreign policy, he would undoubtedly hurt relationships with allies
