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Cambodia’s disputed trade union law may spur social unrest
Cambodia’s new trade union law fails to address familiar problems for factory workers. While relations between the ruling party and the opposition deteriorate, Cambodia’s labour practices remain poor with risk of violent protests highly possible.
ICTY’s acquittal of Seselj poses risks for Serbia ahead of elections
The ICTY’s acquittal of ultranationalist Serbian politician Vojislav Seselj has significant consequences for the future of Serbia, the Balkans, and Europe.
Liberalization in Burma creates new investment opportunities
While not without risks, the recent opening of Burma to the outside world is creating a plethora of lucrative new opportunities for investors.
Just how bad is the state of Turkey’s tourism sector?
With Ankara facing internal and external security threats, as well as tensions with Russia, Turkey’s tourism sector is paying the price.
Risks abound for South Korea after parliamentary elections
South Korea’s ruling party recently suffered a major blow in parliamentary elections. How will this change affect prospects for investors?
Is Wall Street cyber secure?
As a symbolic and data-rich target, Wall Street faces a number of cyber threats. Regardless of the size of an attack, there remains the need for effective recovery and response
Czech Republic renaming has real economic costs
Recent efforts in the Czech Republic to rebrand the country as Czechia will only cause confusion for businesses, advertisers, and investors alike.
Renewed Greek bailout talks imply Europe-wide ramifications
The next review of the Greek bailout agreement will be pivotal for Syriza and the European Union. Participation of the IMF is at risk, and with it the prospect of debt relief for Athens.
Montenegro: another Balkan nation to experience unrest
Montenegro is currently experiencing instability over its proposed membership of NATO, corruption allegations and anticipated elections later this year. Uncertainty blights the countries of the former Yugoslavia. Crisis has gripped
Economic risk associated with new Russian National Guard
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent creation of a new National Guard reflects the administration’s concerns with multiple potential internal security threats. These threats are magnified by Russia’s continued economic downturn
