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Argentinan President Macri calls for economic orthodoxy

Argentina’s economic reforms have surprised investors around the world. Yet, double digit inflation and an economic recession have stifled progress moving forward for the country’s new president, Mauricio Macri. As Latin

Economics

Can stimulus measures offset the impact of Brexit?

The Bank of England eyes a fiscal stimulus. This may not be enough to counter the uncertainty caused by the Brexit

Politics

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.

Asia Pacific Economics

The Silk Road is turning China’s diplomacy on its head

While China has traditionally refused to become involved in countries’ domestic affairs, its Silk Road ambitions are challenging Beijing’s policy.

Asia Pacific Politics

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.

Europe Politics

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.

International Politics The Week Ahead

The Week Ahead

Clinton and Trump face off. Argentina presents inflation targets. Italy releases budget. Congress faces government shutdown. All in The Week Ahead.

Europe Politics

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.

Finance International

The problem with helicopter money

Helicopter money requires central banks to make choices they cannot make while undermining their independence and inflation-targeting mandate.

Asia Pacific Economics Under The Radar

Under the Radar: Is a land lottery the solution to China’s housing boom?

Nanjing has begun a land lottery to decide winners among competing bids from housing developers. Will this game of chance reduce or increase corruption?