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Ramaphosa risks losing South Africa reform credibility

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SOUTH AFRICA

This, combined with allegations that Ramaphosa has covered up the theft of millions of dollars from his farm, have fed rising concerns about the effectiveness of his leadership.

Challenges for Portuguese government may not abate

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PORTUGAL

Portuguese leftist government and 2016 budget.

Lobbying will help Russian regions fill fiscal gaps

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RUSSIA

Competition for resources among Russia's regions.

Italy’s public sector reforms face uphill battle

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ITALY

The PNRR is vital to revive growth in the EU’s most fragile economy. In addition to providing foundations for a strong economic recovery from COVID-19, the PNRR also focus on…

Turkey must reform structurally to meet fiscal targets

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TURKEY

The draft foresees a central administration budget deficit of 80.6 billion lira (14.3 billion dollars) or 1.8% of GDP. Maintaining fiscal discipline would bolster international…

South African government faces public-sector showdown

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SOUTH AFRICA

The negotiations follow the government’s refusal last year to pay the final annual tranche of a previous three-year deal. Containing the public-sector wage bill is seen as key for…

Mexico power centralisation will bring heavy criticism

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MEXICO

Balance of powers in Mexico.

Mixed signals will undermine business trust in Mexico

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MEXICO

AMLO and business.

Bolivia economic challenges and liberalisation likely

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BOLIVIA

Bolivia's economy.

Philippines infrastructure outlay may slow after 2016

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PHILIPPINES

Outlook for public-private partnerships.