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Corruption in Mexico: Outgoing governors in the spotlight
If Mexico’s new anti-corruption legislation is to have substance, President Peña Nieto must effectuate the law, starting with three corrupt governors.
The Week Ahead
Aung San Suu Kyi conducts peace talks. U.S political incumbents have the edge. Canada releases 2nd quarter GDP figures. Central Bank of Brazil eyes status quo. Japan, South Korea and Russia discuss relations.
Libya’s collapse is changing North Africa
Since 2011, Libya has slowly swirled into lawlessness, providing unprecedented opportunities for migrants and traders throughout the Sahel.
Protests threaten China’s nuclear energy plans
NIMBYism is on the rise in China, and without better dialogue between stakeholders, threatens to undermine Beijing’s efforts to meet its COP21 goals.
Under the Radar: Maldives faces coup and heightened terror threat
The combination of increasing political turmoil and worrying radicalization trends sees the Maldives facing significant risks in the short to medium term.
Syria: A convergence of interests for Russia and Iran
Russia’s recent use of an Iranian airbase to launch airstrikes into Syria is the most recent evidence of the strengthening of ties between Russia and Iran.
Basel III favours some regions, financing solutions over others
With any one-size-fits-all approach, the problem lies in establishing a level playing field across different national and regional regulatory frameworks.
Economic repercussions of the Thailand bombings
In the wake of a number of bombings across Southern Thailand, Thai authorities have been quick to rule out international terrorism as the cause. Despite this move to protect vital
Tanzania’s new budget is ambitious, but will it be enough?
The recent Tanzanian national budget has quickly become one of the most talked-about in years. It is bold play by President Magufuli to imprint his vision.
Axis of friendship reignited: Erdogan and Putin’s détente
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Erdogan’s new understanding with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin will lead to political and economic possibilities.
