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Conflict and pandemic disrupt Armenian reform momentum

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ARMENIA

The intensity of the clashes, now in their third day, heightens the risk of full-scale war with Azerbaijan. Pashinyan is committed to defending Armenian-controlled Karabakh…

Emissions cuts face strong pushback in the Netherlands

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NETHERLANDS

Nitrogen emissions in the Netherlands are twice the EU average; efforts to curb them are putting a brake on investment and economic growth. Construction and industry have suffered…

Ukrainian grain dispute is likely to drag on

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UKRAINE

A glut of Ukrainian agricultural products has driven down prices in neighbouring countries, prompting several governments to impose unilateral import bans. Protests by Polish…

South African energy shift will prove difficult

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SOUTH AFRICA

A new energy blueprint faced significant delays under former President Jacob Zuma (2009-18) after his unsuccessful push for a controversial expansion of nuclear capacity. However…

Sagasti will ease pre-election tensions in Peru

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PERU

The new government will bring a much-needed easing of tensions following the widespread protests that met the short-lived presidency of Manuel Merino. Sagasti should be able to…

Pressure grows on Ecuador's Correa as oil price bites

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ECUADOR

Tensions between the state and society have increased following the fall of world oil prices. Less oil revenue has forced the government to attempt to raise taxes on households…

Costa Rica tax triumph will drive Alvarado’s ambition

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COSTA RICA

Tax reform.

Cambodia opposition protests face tough response

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CAMBODIA

Prime Minister Hun Sen says he is prepared to talk to the opposition, but that this must be in the National Assembly.

Chile COVID-19 success will determine economic impact

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CHILE

It forecasts that although activity will contract this year, growth in 2021 will be stronger than expected before the pandemic.