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Libya conflict hangs in the balance

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LIBYA

The fate of Libya turns on the conflicting interests of foreign and domestic actors

Climate change poses many threats to the Middle East

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MIDDLE EAST

Areas around the Gulf are especially vulnerable to extreme weather, spiking heat, freshwater shortages and flooding

Islamic State impact will go beyond terrorism

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MIDDLE EAST

The Islamic State group's indirect effects will reach further than Syria and Iraq

Economic damage from Hong Kong protests will linger

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HONG KONG

Anti-government protests are damaging Hong Kong’s economy

Political and pandemic worries hit South America’s FDI

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LATIN AMERICA

The ongoing impact of COVID-19 and pre- and post-election doubts in some countries will limit recovery in FDI this year

Eating less meat may be key to reducing EU emissions

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EUROPE

Unless meat consumption or production patterns change, the EU may miss its targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions

Afghan conflict and drugs fuel one another

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AFGHANISTAN

Revenues from the heroin business keep the Taliban solvent and reduce economicpressure for peace

Aid effect heightens Africa sovereign bond risks

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AFRICA

Declining donor support further undermines sovereign liquidity

Poor services do not dent rural African voter trust

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AFRICA

Support for presidents remains high within underserved constituencies