ASIA: Weekly politics update
Below is the weekly update of political developments across East Asia. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to discuss any of the countries mentioned in more detail. US/CHINA: Washington curbs Chinese diplomats’ activities inside the US The US State Department announc… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
SOUTH AFRICA: Eskom – the high price of inaction
Power utility Eskom’s “level 4” load-shedding on 2-3 September confirms pervious warnings about the record level of load-shedding that is threatening South Africa’s post-Covid-19 recovery. At the same time, ballooning debt problems will intensify pressure on the government to fi… Become a member to read the rest of this article
US/CHINA: Washington ramps up support for Taiwan, fueling tension with Beijing
The US government has taken a series of steps in recent months to bolster diplomatic, economic, and security relations with Taiwan.Washington and Taipei moved closer to formal negotiations over a bilateral free trade agreement after Taipei eased longstanding restrictions on im… Become a member to read the rest of this article
GERMANY/RUSSIA: Merkel’s statement triggers Nord Stream debate
Chancellor Angela Merkel has reacted with – by her standards – an outspoken statement to the latest news in the case of Alexei Navalny. Yesterday, medical specialists had concluded that the Russian opposition politician currently under treatment in Berlin’s Charité hospital, had… Become a member to read the rest of this article
Economics Risks
Viral resurgences further set back incipient recoveriesBalance sheet distress intensifies, not least in the EMsFiscal policy support is withdrawn too soonReal activity takes several years to return to recent highsNear-zero inflation becomes embedded in the euro areaA ‘no-deal’ B… Become a member to read the rest of this article
EUROPE: Managing the pandemic – what we are watching
In this piece, we provide snapshots of how selected European governments are dealing with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to discuss any of the countries mentioned in more detail. Italy – The number of new Covid-19 cases has … Become a member to read the […]
BRAZIL: Greater governability now hinges significantly on Guedes
Economy Minister Paulo Guedes spoke by videoconference to the Covid-19 Joint Committee in Congress on 1 September. Contrary to expectations, the climate of the meeting was cordial, and no participant referred to the minister’s attack on the Senate for overturning a presidential v… Become a member to read the rest of this article