Economics
How can US businesses and investors track improvement of the business climate in Cuba?
The tightening of US policy toward Cuba limits business opportunities, but falls well short of a reversal of the historic opening with Cuba in 2015.
Whose line is it anyway? The growing threat of China’s maritime presence
China’s increasing military and maritime presence in Djibouti is causing a stir, as its search for resources puts pressure on political stability globally.
The Japan-EU Trade Agreement: Pushing back against protectionism
Japan and the EU have agreed to a trade deal that will eliminate the vast majority of both tariff and non-tariff barriers.
The path to future trade relations between the United States and Cuba
In late 2014, President Obama reopened diplomatic relations with Cuba after more than a fifty year freeze and authorized a broader array of travel and business activities with the island.
Will a peace agreement boost the Colombian economy?
The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)’s insurgency has slowed down Colombia’s potential for economic growth for decades.
Uncertain times, uncertain ties: Washington courts Vietnam amid regional tensions
Last week, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc of Vietnam travelled to Washington for a four-day summit, which is expected to further cement partnership.
Three domestic challenges of China’s One Belt, One Road initiative
China’s One Belt, One Road policy is a major policy plan but the Chinese government must not neglect domestic challenges that could undermine its efforts.
China’s debt situation: The next possible financial crisis?
China’s debt situation is not only growing in size, but also at a rate that economists and policy analysts feel is difficult to sustain.
Japan cannot let go of TPP due to automotive industry
Despite the US pull-out from the TPP, Japan is likely to remain in the treaty to favour its automotive industry.
The potentially problematic nature of Trump’s tax plan
Upon closer examination of Trump’s recently released tax proposal, certain groups will benefit, while others may suffer economic harm.
