Politics
Elections in Haiti: historical factors and challenges ahead
Less than one month before Haiti’s next attempt at elections, many are still skeptical that the results will yield a new, legitimately-elected president.
Under the Radar: South African students pressure mining sector to fund free tuition
South Africa’s universities are in disarray as students protest a tuition hike, and pressure the mining sector to help fund free higher education.
Uncertain definition of Brexit complicates Britain’s transition
Without a clear consensus around what a “Brexit” truly entails, the United Kingdom’s ability to construct a favorable departure strategy is in jeopardy.
The growth of the anti-establishment movement outside the West
With Narendra Modi and Rodrigo Duterte the trend of the so called ‘anti-establishment’ is spreading outside of the West.
5 issues Theresa May faces as Prime Minister
With Parliament returning to work, there are a number of issues that Prime Minister Theresa May faces in both the short and long term.
The Week Ahead
Clinton and Trump face off. Argentina presents inflation targets. Italy releases budget. Congress faces government shutdown. All in The Week Ahead.
Belarus’ latest elections: A potential for further opening
While the election of two opposition MPs does not change Belarus’ power balance, it does show signs of a thaw towards the opposition and the EU.
Azerbaijan’s constitutional referendum: Entrenchment of the Aliyev clan
On September 26th, authoritarian Azerbaijan will hold a constitutional referendum over expanding presidential powers. The results are a forgone conclusion.
China-Vietnam agreement signals regional shift in the South China Sea
Amidst China’s land reclamation and militarization in the South China Sea, the recent deal with Vietnam has far reaching implications for the region
Manila’s “Duterte Harry”: Should investors be worried?
While investors appear confident in Rodrigo Duterte’s national project will his drug vendetta affect the Philippines’ economic prospects over the long term?
