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Narcotics in China.
The trade bans have not thus far affected production of commodities critical to the manufacturing process, such as high-purity quartz (HPQ). Development and mining of this mineral…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB275102
ISSN: 2633-304X
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For the first time in the eleven-year history of the survey, no economic risk makes the list of the top five most likely or biggest impact risks. In contrast, large-scale…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB217325
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Uranium prices initially reacted strongly to Russia’s February invasion of Ukraine, rising briefly above USD60 per pound (0.45 kilogram) earlier this year before settling at…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB274194
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Currently a theoretical threat, it could materialise in the future with wide-ranging implications. Quantum computers could be used to undermine cryptographic protection of…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB272717
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Illegal drugs in South-east Asia.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB222298
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Found as a by-product in certain lithium deposits, its applications now include renewables, energy efficient construction, electric vehicles (EVs) and new fertilisers. Boric acid…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283866
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The Labor government brought forward this IGR, which appears only two years after the 2021 edition rather than the usual five, suggesting that its multi-decade perspective would…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281826
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Low-carbon fuels are the main option, and require cost reductions, scale-up and logistical improvements. Shipping and aviation are international businesses where certain countries…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280065
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The goal seems to be to protect Chinese firms’ market dominance in this sector rather than to retaliate against foreign export controls targeting China. The level of Chinese…