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1 – 10 of 71However, 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
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The war in Ukraine has changed the dynamics of interaction between Russia and the Central Asian countries, which have been traditionally a source of migrant labour. Despite rising…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB282581
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The Denkov administration that took office in June has set adopting the euro as a top priority, and blames the previous interim government for Bulgaria’s unpreparedness to join…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283145
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The economy has recovered somewhat from the one-third contraction in 2022 caused by Russia's invasion. Government spending, mainly on defence, dominates but agriculture has…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283880
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Pronounced ruble depreciation this year attests to the efficacy of sanctions in disrupting Russia’s external trade. The weaker ruble has already provoked a spike in household…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281176
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Tbilisi has authorised flights by two smaller Russian airlines, exacerbating fears of the potential for sanctions evasion. That follows the easing of Russia’s visa regime for…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB279752
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This was the first acceleration after twelve consecutive declines and was driven by an 11% rise in the prices of services. The war in Ukraine has exposed Russia’s consumers to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280140
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At the same time, private businesses have been allowed to import as never before. New privately owned shops caters to those with hard currency, but for most people the economic…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281234
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KAZAKHSTAN: Social unrest diverts policy from IMF path
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES279825
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UKRAINE: Improving economy will let rate cuts start