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Despite new tax, China’s interest in Canada remains strong
Despite a new 15% tax on foreign property buyers in Vancouver, Canada will continue to attract Chinese investment, especially in agribusiness and tourism.
The East African Community needs to focus on concrete objectives
Regional governments should enact swift economic policies to bring forward much needed progress within the EAC framework.
The Week Ahead
U.S. presidential campaigns diverge. South Africa’s politics in flux. Japanese growth in question. Britain releases inflation growth. Spanish political stalemate ends. All in The Week Ahead.
Tourism in Spain could be the remedy for unemployment
While Spain continues to grapple with the second-highest unemployment rate after Greece, the success of its tourism industry is crucial.
3 reasons why an OPEC production cap is still unlikely
Despite a recent announcement that OPEC will meet in September, a number of factors mean that any deal to cap production is still extremely unlikely.
Yuan turbulence bolsters China’s liberalisation efforts
The PBoC decided in mid-2015 to weaken the peg to the US dollar, triggering a yuan devaluation and market turbulence, but also opportunities for investors.
3 political risks to watch out for post-US election
We are less than 100 days away from US elections. How are regional tensions around the world likely to play out past the November 8th election?
Kashmir riots highlight the risk of growing instability
The death of Hizbul Mujahideen’s leader in a gun battle with government forces in Kashmir sparked days of clashes. The insurgency is likely to continue, exploiting the India-Pakistan stalemate.
Under the Radar: Sukuk bonds boom in West Africa
West Africa has long been under-serviced by Islamic finance, yet 2016 is seeing major growth in sukuk issuances, with domestic and foreign interest piqued.
Will first female Tokyo Governor boost women in workforce?
New Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike has played a key role in Japan’s “womenomics” policies—how might her administration impact gender inequality?
