Tag "Political instability"
Sri Lanka: economic and political fragility
The Sri Lankan democracy has recently been burdened by a presidential coup. President Sirisena has overstepped his constitutional limits to sack the sitting Prime Minister and unilaterally appoint a new one. Instead of seeking parliament’s approval, he dissolved the House and announced snap elections for January 2019.
The Week Ahead: 17-23 June 2018
This week: Germany CSU vote on migration policy. Turkey elections.
Spike in protests a symptom of deeper issues in Honduras
On 17 December, Honduras’ electoral tribunal declared incumbent President Juan Orlando Hernandez the winner of the presidential elections. Resulting allegations of electoral fraud and public protests are however signs of deepening political instability in Honduras, a country already affected by widespread corruption, crime and poverty.
The Week Ahead: 19 – 25 November
Zimbabwe turmoil. Honduras elections. Nepal elections. UK budget. All in The Week Ahead.
Are emerging markets still a good investment?
Is the era of the BRICS over? In this debate, GRI asked two of its top analysts about the future of emerging economies.
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.
An olympic challenge in Rio de Janeiro
Brazil’s economic problems could overshadow its Rio Summer Olympics, thereby increasing its political risk.
Australia’s election sparks political and economic uncertainty
With an increasingly possible hostile Senate and party infighting, many are wondering whether this government will be able to create the stability the Australian economy needs.
Three imminent crises that could shape political risk in Thailand
Thailand’s political landscape looks increasingly uncertain. Three potential crises loom: Yingluck’s trial, the constitutional referendum, and Rama IX’s death.
ISIS feeds on Iraq’s political instability and oil
Iraq needs to immediately accomplish major, comprehensive development projects in order to finally establish a stable and viable Iraqi state.
