KOREAN PENINSULA: Biden will likely face early challenge from North Korea
Kim Jong Un, speaking on the final day of the eighth congress of the ruling Korean Workers’ Party on 12 January, warned, “We must further strengthen the nuclear war deterrent while doing our best to build up the most powerful military strength,” signaling that North Korea will li… Become a member to read the […]
EMERGING MARKETS: Covid-19 Vaccination Strategies and Challenges
Our EM Covid-19 vaccination table includes information on the immunization strategies selected EMs are pursuing and the challenges they face. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to discuss any of the countries mentioned in more detail. 440fffe0-e457-455b-9396-… Become a member to read the rest of this article
US/CHINA: Last-minute Trump actions leave Biden with tough choices
The Trump administration announced a flurry of coercive policies against China in its final days, in an apparent effort to lock the Biden administration into a confrontational stance. This note lists the recent actions – several of which were previously flagged – along w… Become a member to read the rest of this article
GREECE: Lockdown relaxed amid growing concerns about toll on the economy
A gradual relaxation of lockdown restrictions is underway as Athens is considering further support for businesses. Despite increasing dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the pandemic, the ruling ND is still far ahead of its main rival in opinion polls. … Become a member to read the rest of this article
MACRO: Policy responses to Covid-19
Below is our weekly summary table on the health and economic policies that selected governments around the world are implementing to counter the fallout from Covid-19. The updated table includes information about each country’s vaccination strategy. Please do not hesitate to cont… Become a member to read the rest of this article