GHANA: Scramble for majorities set to continue amid bullish government outlook
President Nana Akufo-Addo has presented a bullish post-pandemic recovery plan. The main domestic downside risks stem from overly optimistic revenue expectations and unresolved power sector debt. Meanwhile, despite the dismissal of a legal challenge to the presidentia… Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or E-mail Password Remember Me […]
PERU: Vaccine politics intensifies
The Sinopharm vaccine is currently at the center of a controversy that has implications for both Peru’s vaccine campaign and the presidential election race. The controversy On 5 March, the local Willax TV channel broadcast a program examining a study by the Universidad Peruana … Become a member to read the rest of this […]
Photocatalysts
Harnessing the Sun’s energy in the fight against runaway pollution and climate change Technologies series – Photocatalysts – March 2021… Become a member to read the rest of this article
FRANCE: The Le Pen risk – Part II: Not-so-moderate policy
Following last week’s piece on Marine Le Pen’s electoral chances, this note covers the policy risks attached to a potential victory of the far-right politician. Although little is known about Le Pen’s policy platform, the National Rally (RN) leader has progressively soften… Become a member to read the rest of this article
Normalization Means A “New Normal” Of Higher Rates
SOM Macro Commentary March 9th… Become a member to read the rest of this article
EUROPE: CEE PULSE
The resurging pandemic presents the greatest challenge for governments across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). While Russia is one exception from this negative trend, its slow vaccination campaign and removal of most Covid-19-related restrictions leave the door open for another … Become a member to read the rest of this article
BRAZIL: Lula’s return is a threat to both Bolsonaro and centrists
The Supreme Court decision to annul all cases against former President Lula could turn him into the strongest presidential candidate in 2022. The rapporteur of Lava-Jato in the Supreme Court attempted to preserve the operation by limiting the scope of his decision to jur… Become a member to read the rest of this article