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The financial implications of negative interest rates
Negative interest rates, a largely unknown and rarely used financial tool, are increasingly being considered by central banks around the world. GRI looks at how they work.
Regional election results point to PP minority government
Regional elections and a mutiny at the top of the Socialist party point to a minority PP administration.
The struggle for Libyan oil wells
The recent LNA offensive in the Gulf of Sirte comes as a stern reminder of the threat posed by the ongoing instability to Libya’s oil infrastructure.
India’s systemic water crisis: Political and economic risks loom large
An ongoing Indian dispute over the Cauvery river is indicative of the broad and growing water crisis facing India.
Special Report: Who are the Uyghurs and why do they scare China?
Beijing has turned the Uyghurs into the boogeyman of Central Asia, and the focus of its Central Asian security framework, creating the SCO in the process. A special report by GRI Senior Analyst Jeremy Luedi.
The Week Ahead
Brazil forges anti-Venezuela consensus. Third Spanish election looms. Presidential debates continue. Conservatives take on Brexit. IMF and World Bank meet.
China and the glass ceiling of diplomatic sophistication
The diplomatic sophistication of the People’s Republic of China is evident, but recent incidents are a reminder that this behavior is situational.
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.
4 reasons Apple should have seen EU tax ruling coming
The European Commission’s recent action against Apple is the latest in a number of antitrust cases it has brought against U.S tech firms. Despite howls of protest, Commissioner Margrethe Vestager shows no sign of toning down her policy.
