Economics
Is Africa prepared for a potential Zika outbreak?
The risks of contracting Zika are much less severe than Ebola. Still, a potential outbreak could hugely impact African economies and the tourism industry.
Why women hold the key to India’s economic future
An interview with Sevi Simavi, CEO of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, about female empowerment in India.
Under The Radar: Deadly clashes in South Africa highlight ANC failure
South Africa is suffering from a wave of violence that highlights widespread dissatisfaction in the country’s leadership and their economic stewardship.
Divisions over Russia hinder Europe’s Energy Union
Incongruities between Eastern and Western Europe on Nord Stream 2 are burdening the European Energy Union — with the potential for great economic impact.
Russia lacks economic clout in tentative pivot to Asia
Russia needs to have a stronger economic proposal as to how it can add value to the east Asia region in the long-term.
2016 is the year of cheap renewables, not oil
While much attention is devoted to the fall of oil prices, 2016 has seen a significant expansion in the development of renewable energies
Steel and sea issues dominate U.S.-China dialogue
The recent Strategic and Economic Dialogue (SED) highlighted the importance of steel production and the South China Sea in U.S.-China relations.
Will Kuczynski unlock Peru’s economic potential?
Pedro Pablo Kuczynski must pass ambitious reforms to unlock the Peru’s economic potential.
The economic implications of US-China tensions
U.S.-China strategic considerations are gradually overshadowing the economic relationship, which could potentially lead to mutually-assured destruction.
Should Europe implement universal basic income?
Switzerland has voted against a universal basic income, but the debate is alive and well within a number of European states.
