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Under the Radar: Switching alphabets to SMEs, Kazakhstan’s plans for 2017 and beyond
A cross-the-board look at Kazakhstan’s economic turnaround in 2017 and beyond as the country powers ahead with its ambitious reform agenda.
Jaguar is investing in Slovakia, and here’s why others should too
Following the period of economic turnaround witnessed in Slovakia, the country is increasingly becoming an attractive destination for investment in production facilities, particularly for the automotive industry. ‘Tatra Tiger” refers
Oman on the path towards economic diversification
Oman and the Gulf are at a crossroads due to falling oil prices, leading to unprecedented economic development and diversification. The IMF predicts that oil export losses in 2015 are
Economy is casualty of anti-government protests in Pakistan
Pakistan’s economy has struggled under Pakistan’s current government, with the country requesting $6.6 billion in IMF aid last year. Economic forecasts for 2015 suggest the economic and fiscal issues will
Stagnation fuels Bosnia protests
Since the beginning of February, demonstrations and riots in Bosnia & Herzegovina against the political and economic stagnation of the state have broken out throughout the country. The catalyst for the
Oil privatisation central to Mexico’s economic overhaul
In an act that was met with mixed views by its public, Mexico’s nationalised oil sector has been opened for private investment for the first time in 75 years. In
Slovenia quiet for the moment, but bailout still looms
The Slovenian government won the confidence vote in Parliament, and the successful placing of a €1.5 billion bond issue, granting the Alpine state its moment of relief. However, the potential
Overdue Privatization Looms in Slovenia After Euro-crisis
Long lauded as the European poster child for successful post-communist liberalization and integration, Slovenia has felt the brunt of the global and European economic crises. After gaining independence from Yugoslavia
Shipping Industry Can Aid Greek Recovery
Opening up Greece’s shipping sector to new comers as well as simplifying vessel registration could aid the country’s recovery. The past three years have been one of the most difficult
