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Malaysian budget failure could see leadership change

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MALAYSIA

Najib denied that Malaysia faced an economic crisis akin to that of 1997-98. The budget revision reaffirmed the government's commitment to the Goods and Services Tax (GST), to be…

Growing Russian over-regulation may deter investors

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RUSSIA

The business climate in Russia.

Proposed Mexico energy reforms would be radical

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MEXICO

The aim is to restore the market dominance of the state-owned Federal Electricity Commission (CFE). The move would sideline private players and potentially force the closure of…

Brazil's third-quarter bounceback may not be sustained

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BRAZIL

The negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are still affecting the Brazilian economy. After a sharp recession in the first two quarters of the year, the economy partially…

Thailand’s junta will face new governing pressures

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THAILAND

This is an early move back towards elected politics following the mid-2014 military coup, and comes as recent corruption allegations, the possibility of a fifth cabinet reshuffle…

Cautious Colombia economic optimism prevails in 2015

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COLOMBIA

The growth outlook for 2015.

Indonesia regulatory shifts could hit policy outlook

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INDONESIA

The signings come after the government revised a regulation issued earlier this year that in effect made renewable energy uncompetitive. This year, a series of regulation and…

COVID-19 complicates global humanitarian aid response

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INTERNATIONAL

COVID-19's impact on the global humanitarian system.

EU drought response may focus on short-term fixes

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EU

The resulting drought in many parts of the continent and its impact on agriculture have highlighted the threat posed by climate change to future food production. It has also…

Spain’s ‘lost generation’ may alter political dynamics

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SPAIN

While the country has traditionally struggled to secure good working conditions for young people, the situation has become significantly worse since the 2008-09 financial crisis…