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Risks and opportunities 2020: Russia and Eurasia

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CIS

Russia’s principal risks are domestic; its neighbours’ prospects will depend in part on their ties with Moscow

After two strong years, US states see slowing revenues

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UNITED STATES

As most states and localities prepare to start their fiscal year on July 1, they anticipate slower revenue growth

Vaccination has plateaued in some eastern EU states

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EU

Recent slowdown in vaccination rates in parts of eastern EU could signal problems ahead for protecting populations fully

Low approval can hobble Latin American presidents

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LATAM

Low approval ratings for many Latin American presidents highlight the risks associated with personalist government

Alliances insure Tajikistan against Afghan spillover

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TAJIKISTAN

The Tajik government has broken with Russia, China, Iran and Uzbekistan by refusing to court the Taliban

Domestic use is forgotten factor in Russian gas risk

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EUROPE

European states most exposed to a shut-down are those in the former Soviet bloc where gas is piped to the home

Are Latin American voters wearying of democracy?

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LATIN AMERICA

Voter turnout is falling in many countries as dissatisfaction with corruption and policy-making mount

Africa may face uncontrollable COVID-19 crisis

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AFRICA

In just over a month since the first infection, the COVID-19 virus has spread rapidly across the continent

Congo’s new president enters office under a cloud

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CONGO-KINSHASA

Serious doubts have been raised over the election’s credibility and the continued influence of the current ruling elite

COVID-19 crisis will test South African social fabric

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SOUTH AFRICA

The worsening COVID-19 outbreak is being exacerbated by poor capacity and alleged graft