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War in Ukraine creates opportunities for Central Asia

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CENTRAL ASIA

The war in Ukraine has changed the dynamics of interaction between Russia and the Central Asian countries, which have been traditionally a source of migrant labour. Despite rising…

Platform work will outgrow policy, pressuring wages

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INTERNATIONAL

The rise of platform work.

International supply chains pose green challenges

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INTERNATIONAL

Trade-offs with other policy concerns such as domestic job creation pose political dilemmas. Both green technology products and their inputs are increasingly seen as strategic…

Federalism will see disjointed Australia energy policy

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AUSTRALIA

Australian gas exports and energy policy.

South African mining sector turmoil could worsen

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SOUTH AFRICA

Lonmin has spent 1.6 billion dollars in cash since 2008 and lost 98% of its value since 2012. The takeover will reportedly see 12,600 of Lonmin’s 35,000 jobs cut over three years…

Japan's fiscal stimulus will mute tax hike impact

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JAPAN

The macroeconomic outlook for Japan.

Copper prices will edge higher due to labour disputes

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INTERNATIONAL

The outlook for copper prices.

Hungarian economy will face post-election challenges

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HUNGARY

The next government's economic prospects.

Cost-of-living crisis will not hurt Hungary’s rulers

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HUNGARY

The largest annual rise was for food, by 30.9% (3.3% month-on-month). Many Hungarians are expecting their living standards to decline, with costs rising also for some public…

South African mining could ride out lockdown period

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SOUTH AFRICA

South African post-lockdown mining.