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Children suffer as Lebanon’s economy collapses

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LEBANON

Child poverty indicators have worsened sharply since the economic crisis started in the second half of 2019

US container traffic must overcome challenges to rise

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UNITED STATES

Last month’s collapse of a bridge in Baltimore, blocking access to its harbour, has focused attention on container ports

Rejection of Fajardo could cost Hernandez in Colombia

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COLOMBIA

The possibility of a Hernandez-Fajardo election deal has proven short-lived; its collapse may prove pivotal

Steady property downturn will weigh on China’s GDP

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CHINA

Evergrande owes USD305bn to millions of people, firms and banks, but the state is ready to step in to prevent a collapse

Weak lira has nearly closed Turkey’s trade gap

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TURKEY

The August lira collapse has cut the foreign trade and current account deficits, but the effect may be only temporary

Bank regulations cannot prevent a crisis of confidence

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INT

Recent events show that higher rates and crashing confidence can push well-capitalised banks to crisis quickly

Political risks dampen Middle East investment outlook

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MIDDLE EAST

Investors are looking for safe destinations, but pickings in the region are slim

Iran nuclear deal should hold despite challenges

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UNITED STATES-IRAN

After one year, the landmark agreement continues to find support in the US and Iranian presidential administrations

High food costs will strain households well into 2024

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INT

The UNFAO global food price index has fallen for 17 months but food prices remain far higher than 2013-20

Italy: Public opinion on war

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ITALY

Italy’s election on September 25 threatens to bring about a change in the country’s approach to Ukraine