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Uneven e-government will hinder South-east Asia trade

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ASEAN

E-government systems in ASEAN member states.

Zimbabwe's currency crisis may worsen

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ZIMBABWE

Zimbabwe cash crisis.

Iranian government faces severe economic challenges

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IRAN

Subsidies on basic goods and services account for around 12% of total government spending, imposing pressure on the budget without necessarily reaching those Iranians who need…

E-levy may buy Ghana some fiscal space

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GHANA

Scheduled to go into effect on May 1, the bill represents a response by the government to address serious economic challenges, with the country facing historically high inflation…

ASEAN electronics industry competition will grow

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ASEAN

Electronics and ICT investment outlook in ASEAN states.

New UK security strategy has cyber focus

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UNITED KINGDOM

The United Kingdom's new National Security Strategy (NSS).

Freedom of expression faces new barriers in Tanzania

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TANZANIA

The regulations add to a body of legislation that has expanded rapidly under President John Magufuli’s administration, creating deep concern over freedom of expression in the…

Zimbabwean bond notes policy staves off fiscal reforms

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ZIMBABWE

GDP is still set to recover this year, accelerating to 3.7% (from 0.7% in 2016) according to government forecasts. This is driven by robust exports, which should boost legitimate…

Digital vote-buying will challenge weak democracies

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INTERNATIONAL

In August, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) warned that online banking and electronic wallets -- the use of which has surged during the pandemic -- will be prime vehicles for…

Namibia’s president faces increased election troubles

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NAMIBIA

Geingob faces a vigorous challenge from independent candidate Dr Panduleni Itula, who has capitalised on the ongoing ‘Fishrot’ corruption scandal that has engulfed the government…