CHINA/TAIWAN/US: PLA flyovers are about deterrence not invasion
China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) set three consecutive daily records for aircraft incursions into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on 2-4 October. The PLA incursions continue a long-term trend of increasing naval and air force activity near Taiwan but … Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or E-mail […]
Global Letter – Investment requirements for a 2C world
Dear Colleague, Of the many issues that will be discussed in connection with the forthcoming COP26 meeting, one that need not be is the investment cost of switching to a green economy. The requisite resources will be available: though they seem unlikely to be deployed in time… Become a member to read the rest […]
NIGERIA: Buhari’s final full-year budget stays true to form
On 7 October, President Muhammadu Buhari presented the 2022 appropriation bill to both houses of the national assembly. In some respects, the draft budget builds on last year’s tendency of putting forward sensible assumptions on some accounts, while others remain as illusory as e… Become a member to read the rest of this article
PERU: Cliff edge avoided, but governability and moderation may still be elusive
President Pedro Castillo made seven changes to his cabinet yesterday, 6 October. The reshuffle promotes more moderate leftists largely at the expense of ministers who answer to the Peru Libre (PL) party boss Vladimir Cerron. The highly controversial Prime Minister (PCM) Guido Bel… Become a member to read the rest of this article
EUROPE: Managing the pandemic – what we are watching
This updated weekly piece provides 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. United Kingdom – With around 33,000 cases… Become a member to read the rest of this […]