RUSSIA: Moscow stepping up Covid-19 response
● Russia is tightening Covid-19 containment measures and taking steps to support domestic economy as the disease spreads. ● Conservative fiscal planning and substantial financial buffers will allow the government to maintain its spending commitments in 2020. ● It is possible th… Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or […]
GHANA: A strong COVID-19 response as the deficit target comes under pressure
The government appears to be the most proactive in the fight against COVID-19 compared with West African peers, both in terms of containment measures and its efforts to soften the economic impact of the disease. The display of strong leadership is likely to provide a popularity b… Become a member to read the rest […]
CHINA: Beijing seeks to boost global influence through medical diplomacy
● China’s propaganda apparatus is trumpeting the country’s success in controlling COVID-19 and presenting itself as a global leader in pandemic response. ● Beijing is leveraging its control over scarce medical supplies to boost relationships with countries suffering from the p… Become a member to read the rest of this article
EUROPE: The politics of coronavirus – Daily update
Below is the latest edition of our daily Europe coronavirus update. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to discuss any of the countries mentioned in more detail. Graph of the day Most countries in Europe are sealing their borders amid the coronavirus crisis. A … Become a member to read […]