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The amount of land granted for mining has now surpassed 2 million hectares, having doubled between 2021 and 2023 to around 1.8 million. This rapid expansion in mining activity…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB287043
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The capital obtains almost all of its water from rainfall, rather than from subterranean aquifers. Concerns are mounting over water security as increasing temperatures and longer…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286560
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Despite a strong Chinese push on AI innovation, Beijing’s regulatory approach to AI sharply contrasts with the approaches of Western digital economies, notably the United States…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286837
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President Joe Biden has adopted a gradual approach to replacing fossil fuels with renewable resources, but a second term would see him under greater pressure to address record…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286744
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This could worsen to an estimated 49.5 million people by mid-year as the lean season sets in between harvests. Meanwhile, over 100 million people could face food insecurity if…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286535
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As of May 13, 147 people had died, another 127 were missing and some 800 were injured as a result of the heavy rain that started in late April and the subsequent floods. Over…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB287035
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The four-year investment plan aims to support bio-economy initiatives, the creation of a carbon market and the preservation of Amazon indigenous communities and their knowledge…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286791
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Mulino assumed the candidacy late in the race, after former President Ricardo Martinelli (2009-14) was disqualified over a corruption conviction. The new president will face…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286964
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Debt distress is related to both global financial conditions -- such as the strength of the US dollar -- and growing climate vulnerabilities. Greater attention and funding to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286921
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Firms in this sector are deploying AI in functions as diverse as consumer behaviour analysis and product development to supply chain management and marketing. The fashion industry…