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3 political risks to watch out for post-US election
We are less than 100 days away from US elections. How are regional tensions around the world likely to play out past the November 8th election?
Kashmir riots highlight the risk of growing instability
The death of Hizbul Mujahideen’s leader in a gun battle with government forces in Kashmir sparked days of clashes. The insurgency is likely to continue, exploiting the India-Pakistan stalemate.
Under the Radar: Sukuk bonds boom in West Africa
West Africa has long been under-serviced by Islamic finance, yet 2016 is seeing major growth in sukuk issuances, with domestic and foreign interest piqued.
Will first female Tokyo Governor boost women in workforce?
New Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike has played a key role in Japan’s “womenomics” policies—how might her administration impact gender inequality?
Rajan’s departure poses risk to India’s economy
With Raghuram Rajan exiting as Governor of the Reserve Bank of India by year’s end, the future of Indian economy and democracy faces new challenges.
Impact of France’s evolving terrorist threat
The wave of terrorist attacks that hit France in the last 18 months underscores that the country is a primary target for radical Islamist militants.
Security challenges in the Turkish-Syrian borderlands
The recent spate of ISIS-inspired terror attacks in Turkey and subsequent attempted coup, combined with foreign fighters’ incessant attempts to enter ISIS’s shrinking territory have kept Turkey’s border with Syria,
Egypt—IMF talks: Good goals, risky business
Securing the IMF loan is a positive development for Egypt. However, there are numerous obstacles and risks associated with implementing the IMF program.
Assessing Theresa May’s new government
With a clear break from her predecessor, new British Prime Minister Theresa May has quickly made her presence felt at 10 Downing Street.
The Week Ahead
Trump campaign resets. Turkish and Russian presidents meet. Brazil impeachment proceedings begin. Economies react to BoE decision. All in The Week Ahead.
