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Economic crisis will drive Cuban diplomatic priorities

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CUBA

In an attempt to quell popular anger over soaring prices, Havana has imposed price caps on the private sector for six basic consumer goods. This may help fight inflation somewhat…

Digital gender abuse will increase in the Middle East

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MIDDLE EAST

Among other things, the safety and security of women and gendered communities is being undermined by the abuse of poorly regulated technology. The impunity of online violence…

Greek opposition parties will remain weak

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GREECE

Meanwhile, the centre-left Pasok party is celebrating its 50th anniversary this month. However, it is also facing internal turmoil after its incumbent president, Nikos…

Argentina's policies raise more questions than answers

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ARGENTINA

This followed congressional approval of the government’s ‘base law’ and tax package, designed to strengthen public finances, modernise the labour market and attract foreign…

Colombia constituent assembly looks unlikely

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COLOMBIA

The presidency clarified quickly that the idea was not to conduct a formal assembly, but to establish a popular mandate for policy changes. Petro has said he does not aim to…

China’s urbanisation push cushions its growth slowdown

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CHINA

The plan aims to boost the proportion of urban household residency holders from just over 66% of the population in 2023 to around 70% by 2028, equivalent to roughly 52 million new…

Economic dissatisfaction will persist in Turkey

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TURKEY

The main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), which has benefited from economic discontent, has called for higher wages and pensions. In contrast, the government is now…

Ankara eyes greater role in Africa

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TURKEY

It reflects Turkey’s ambition to position itself as a rising global player, offering an alternative to Western and Chinese influences in Africa.

Flooding may increase anti-government anger in Nigeria

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NIGERIA

The flooding has affected up to 2 million people in a city that has suffered deeply over the past 15 years from jihadist insurgencies. President Bola Tinubu, other high-ranking…

Greek golden visa scheme will still draw in investors

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GREECE

The scheme has supported buoyant foreign demand for residential properties, which is an important source of foreign direct investment in Greece. However, potential security risks…