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CCUS is gathering momentum in Europe

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EUROPE

Although business models are yet to be fully developed, governments are putting agreements in place for the cross-border transportation and storage of CO2, targeting industry as…

End of post-1945 economic order bodes ill for growth

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INTERNATIONAL

The system of international institutions to promote cooperation and open trade was built on the political preferences of a group of the world's wealthiest states. Over time, the…

Peru's Boluarte will focus on China relations

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PERU

China is Peru’s most important trading partner and its main source of foreign investment. Closer relations with China represent one of the few foreign policy successes of the…

WTO now a forum for talks, not unanimous dealmaking

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INTERNATIONAL

The WTO remains the main body determining global trade rules, but increasingly it looks likely to struggle to go beyond mere discussion.

Market concentration will remain high in Latin America

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LATIN AMERICA

Markets in the region are characterised by the dominance of a small number of large firms, and the Bank believes that governments can spur growth by strengthening competition…

Canberra will be tough on pricing but not on mergers

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AUSTRALIA

Under pressure on cost-of-living issues, Canberra is reviewing competition laws to see what effect market dominance may be having in a handful of major sectors, including banking…

Austrian economic links to Russia will persist

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AUSTRIA

Dependence on Russian gas has increased over the past year, while many Austrian companies continue to have strong business links in Russia. Austria will hold its general election…

Parallel imports continue to support Russia’s economy

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RUSSIA

Parallel imports have played a crucial role in securing the supply of goods for the Russian economy. The creation and management of parallel import channels is now an important…

Costa Rica's medical device sector will grow further

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COSTA RICA

Precision and medical equipment has been the country’s largest export sector since 2017. It maintained that position in 2023, achieving 28% growth year-on-year and contributing…

Crypto will gain strength in the United Arab Emirates

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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Led by Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the UAE was an early mover in the industry and latterly has seen an influx of investors from jurisdictions where regulation has been introduced and…