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VW affair raises 'German model' questions

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GERMANY

The financial implications of the VW scandal could threaten the operation of Germany's largest carmaker. The scandal is damaging the reputation of not only the car sector but also…

Italy’s mafias will exert uneven influence on business

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ITALY

The impact of mafias on business in Italy.

Uneven e-government will hinder South-east Asia trade

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ASEAN

E-government systems in ASEAN member states.

Tax changes could drive Greek shipowners abroad

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GREECE

The impact of Greece's economic crisis on its shipping industry.

China's Communist Party will adapt as economy develops

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CHINA

China's efforts to become an innovation-led economy.

Angola's economy faces major risks despite reforms

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ANGOLA

Twice oversubscribed, the success of the bond sale reflects an improvement in investor views of Angola’s economic outlook. In part this responds to the recent rise in oil prices…

Costa Rica protests to hinder Alvarado’s reforms

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COSTA RICA

The demonstrations form part of a broader backlash against the government’s newly introduced value-added tax (VAT) and indicate the depth of popular feeling building against…

Income inequality will worsen in Taiwan

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TAIWAN

A widening income gap, coupled with a sluggish economy over the past two years, will be a disadvantage for the ruling Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan’s presidential…

Tensions in Egypt-Gulf relations will recede

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EGYPT

Egypt’s dependence on Gulf states intensified alongside its economic difficulties, but increasingly, such assistance has come with demands for structural reforms. Egypt has been…

Belarus nationalism push is risk to Lukashenka

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BELARUS

Belarusian nationalism.