Tag "Corruption"
Why the future of Arab left-wing nationalism matters
The United States is about to adopt a realpolitik foreign policy in the Middle East. This will mean relying on one of the oldest ideologies in the region.
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?
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.
Armenia’s daredevils and demonstrators: What lies ahead?
Since an armed group took over a police station on July 17th – taking the officers inside hostage – there has been substantial political unrest in Armenia. The hostage taking has spurred protests across the country; however the direction that this frustration is taking is more than unclear.
Under the Radar: Papua New Guinea gripped by nationwide civil disobedience
The government of Peter O’Neill is besieged by a wave of civil disobedience, as calls for his resignation have destabilized the country.
Under the Radar: Laos’ new PM pushes for regional integration
Laos’ new leader Thangloun Sisoulith is banking on regional integration and economic diversification, as Laos chairs ASEAN in 2016.
Under The Radar: Deadly clashes in South Africa highlight ANC failure
South Africa is suffering from a wave of violence that highlights widespread dissatisfaction in the country’s leadership and their economic stewardship.
Can Jayalalithaa restore Tamil Nadu’s economy?
India’s J. Jayalalithaa has won re-election as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. What impacts will this have on the state’s numerous economic challenges?
Nigeria’s economy is crumbling under the burden of corruption and low oil prices
Low oil prices and rampant corruption severely affect Nigeria’s economy and threaten to disturb a fragile balance between the country’s ethnic and religious communities.
Modern-day corruption: A primer
The rise of the internet had embedded corruption risks even deeper into the governments of developing and developed nations alike.
