JAPAN: Third wave scrambles Suga’s political calculations
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga’s government has continued to seek a balance between infection control and support for economic recovery even as new Covid-19 cases have surged and hospitalization rates have climbed. Public disapproval of Suga’s handling of the pandemic may be … Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or […]
CHILE: Government fights rear-guard action on pensions
The political tussle over a second withdrawal from the pension system continues. A second withdrawal is likely to go ahead – with lower house approval possible in the early part of this week. However, recent government manuevers should go some way to preventing future withdrawa… Become a member to read the rest of this article
MALAYSIA: Despite PM’s political weakness, an election may not be imminent
Since March, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin’s precarious stance within his own ruling National Alliance (PN) has been generating constant speculation as to when — not if — early elections could be held. Two factors now appear to be making the timing of a vote uncertain, which in… Become a member to read the rest […]
NIGERIA: Massacre attributed to Boko Haram does not alter strategic outlook
On 28 November, at least 110 civilians have reportedly been killed by armed men in a village close to Maiduguri, the capital of north-eastern Borno state. The style of the attack, which was apparently carried out by a group of armed men on motorcycles, fits the established patt… Become a member to read the […]
LATAM PULSE
This week, Venezuela stages controversial legislative elections, the outcome of which is a foregone conclusion. Peru holds a congressional vote of confidence in the new cabinet. Brazil could see its stalled congressional agenda unblocked. In Chile, the debate over a second withdr… Become a member to read the rest of this article
WEEKLY POLITICAL COMPASS
China has imposed new tariffs on Australian wine. A last-minute trade deal between the UK and the EU is still likely. Venezuela’s legislative elections will be boycotted by opposition parties. Ethiopia’s army has seized control of Tigray’s capital. Meanwhile, a constitutional c… Become a member to read the rest of this article