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Finance Sub-Saharan Africa

Mozambique on course for default

After the revelation of hidden debts, the IMF has suspended its emergency aid to Mozambique, and the country is now on course for defaulting on its national debt.

Europe Security

France and the Euro 2016 security conundrum

As the Euro 2016 football championship nears, France continues to face an elevated terrorist threat and ongoing social unrest. Major security measures are in place to secure the sporting event; however, several risks continue to loom over the event.

Asia Pacific Security

Ambiguity plagues the Shangri-La Dialogue

The South China Sea was prominent at the just-concluded U.S.-China dialogue. Ambiguity from both sides, however, will prolong tensions further.

Politics Sub-Saharan Africa

President Magufuli: Tanzania’s Robin Hood

President Magufuli is combatting corruption but has also increased the risk of expropriation, creating uncertainty for foreign investors.

Asia Pacific Security

Strategic implications of President Obama’s trip to Vietnam

President Obama’s Vietnam visit will increase economic and security cooperation.

Economics South and Central Asia

The Chabahar port deal: India boosts ties with Iran as regional tensions rise

A new investment deal is a significant win for both Tehran and India. But it may yet have wider consequences for the region.

International Politics The Week Ahead

Weekly Risk Outlook

China and U.S. discuss policy. U.S. primaries close. World Bank releases growth projections. Brazil’s central bank to maintain rates. EU ministers meet.

Latin America Power Brokers

Mauricio Macri: A reformer in the making

With his economic reforms, Argentinian President Mauricio Macri will reposition Argentina more competitively in the global economy.

Economics Middle East/North Africa

Dangerous liaisons: Algeria and Iran’s unlikely partnership

Algeria and Iran have forged an unlikely partnership, which has proven to be a source of consternation among some of the Arab world’s heavy hitters.

Europe Politics

Yes or No, Brexit has already changed the UK

With the Brexit referendum less than a month away, the UK has already been changed by the debate.