ASIA: The politics of coronavirus – Weekly update
Below is the first edition of our weekly Asia coronavirus update. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to discuss any of the countries mentioned in more detail. China With the number of new local infections having sharply declined, the focus of containment effor… Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or […]
UK/EU: Towards extending the transition
There is the growing expectation that the Covid-19 crisis will force Prime Minister Boris Johnson to perform a U-turn and request an extension to prolong the Brexit transition period beyond 31 December 2020. This outcome is becoming likelier with every day that UK infection numbe… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
MEXICO: Urgency in response to Covid-19 still lacking
The government yesterday, 24 March, moved to the second phase of its Covid-19 response plan. The progression reflects the fact that community transmission is now occurring. As of yesterday, there were 405 confirmed Covid-19 cases in the country, with five deaths. However, it appe… Become a member to read the rest of this article
CHINA: Are China’s COVID-19 statistics reliable?
● China has reported a remarkable decline in new coronavirus infections, prompting skepticism about the reliability of its official data. ● We believe the data, though imperfect, are a broadly accurate gauge of the real situation. ● For both local and central government off… 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 A well-known insight of studies on Euroscepticism is that anti-EU parties are … Become a member to read the […]
Macro Series – Postcard – Italy: a harbinger for Europe and perhaps beyond
In the eye of the Covid-19 storm, early-stage signs are that the lockdown may be working. Italy being at the forefront of the epidemic in Europe, it may prove instructive to follow developments there more closely than usual. Italy’s March 10 lockdown was early – two weeks … Become a member to read the […]