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1 – 9 of 9Pichai Chunhavajira, an experienced businessman who has held various important positions previously, was named as the new finance minister, taking over the role from the premier…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286823
ISSN: 2633-304X
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After redeeming much of its USD2bn Eurobond in February, the government has effectively dispelled fears of a default. Nevertheless, it remains under pressure to consolidate public…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286934
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However, although output has grown, a tight labour market and persistent inflation have created new problems. The reorientation of trade away from Europe has resulted in a…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285374
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The IMF recently recommended structural reforms to bolster the economy, which has struggled to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Brunei has long been reliant on…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB284691
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The weakness of the Kenyan shilling, which is constantly hitting new record lows, has generated so much concern that, on October 24, parliament summoned the central bank governor…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283254
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With Milei now predicting six months of stagflation and up to two years to reduce inflation from triple digits, dollarisation appears to have been shelved. Instead, he seems…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283767
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Bond markets have responded positively to Milei’s victory, followed by the announcement that he would re-privatise state oil company YPF and other companies, but domestic exchange…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283523
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Elections are not scheduled until June 2024, but the remainder of this year will be dominated by preparation, posturing and manoeuvring. Economic growth is gaining momentum, but…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280105
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RUSSIA: Tough choices loom over budget shortfalls