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New Russian government introduces the next generation

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RUSSIA

This decision was taken following Vladimir Putin’s inauguration as president for the fifth time earlier that month. The membership of the new government indicates important shifts…

Talon may consolidate his control of Benin politics

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BENIN

Meanwhile, President Patrice Talon is struggling to assert himself regionally amid an ongoing spat with Niger, while the rest of the Economic Community of West African States…

Spending cap is likely to pass in key UK league

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UNITED KINGDOM

The vote would have replaced current financial sustainability provisions with a squad-costs-to-revenue ratio akin to the salary caps used in US professional sports. The…

Mexico expropriation risk may rise as AMLO term ends

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MEXICO

The move was not altogether unexpected, with the energy ministry having previously hinted it was possible. It nevertheless feeds concerns that the outgoing administration of…

US will keep new Sentinel ICBM despite rising costs

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UNITED STATES

Years of rising costs and missed deadlines have culminated in the Air Force having to justify continuing with its new LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM, which is intended to renew the…

Climate change poses power risks in Central America

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CENTRAL AMERICA

Rising temperatures and reduced rainfall have strained power systems across Central America in recent months, with hydroelectric dams generating less power while demand rises…

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…

Concerns over Chile's China dependence will mount

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CHILE

More recently, the complexities of maintaining this approach have increased in the face of incipient concern about the possible strategic implications of Chinese investment in…

Corruption scandal will hurt Maltese ruling party

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MALTA

Among the charged are former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat, former Deputy Prime Minister Chris Fearne, and current Central Bank Governor Edward Scicluna. The charges are the latest…

Tunisia's economic challenges show no sign of abating

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TUNISIA

The economic situation is challenging: unemployment was 16.4% in the fourth quarter of 2023, and work and business opportunities are limited. The government has avoided a debt…