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SolarWinds hack will alter US cyber strategy

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INT

The US government was a major target. Microsoft and SolarWinds have attributed the attack to Russia’s foreign intelligence service; Moscow denies any involvement.This is the…

Kazakhstan will push industrialisation programme

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KAZAKHSTAN

This follows an earlier vote in favour (104-0) by the lower house, the Mazhilis, on February 18. An early election this year is now increasingly likely. The official reason given…

Chinese investment will fuel Israeli security concerns

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ISRAEL

Chinese companies have made several recent investments in Israeli infrastructure projects, and technology has also emerged as a focus of a growing bilateral relationship as China…

India-Vietnam security ties will grow

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INDIA/VIETNAM

Delhi and Hanoi declared a ‘strategic partnership’ in 2007 and a ‘comprehensive strategic partnership’ in 2016. Each is wary of China’s growing power.

Mexico’s oil hedge programme faces a tough year

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MEXICO

The hedge is the largest single trade in the crude oil market, renewed annually between the government and a selection of banks and commodity houses. If Mexico cannot keep it…

'4G' transport plan could transform Colombia's economy

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COLOMBIA

Colombia's transport infrastructure.

Flaws will undermine South Africa's reform plan

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SOUTH AFRICA

However, although these achievements are real, they have also been relatively marginal. Moreover, according to the report, of 35 Vulindlela ‘activities’, 14 are either “delayed or…

Ecuador banking sector is set for a comeback

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ECUADOR

Banking sector prospects.

Macron will struggle to control French public spending

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FRANCE

Macron was elected on a programme calling for cuts in public spending and tax of 60 billion euros (69 billion dollars) and 20 billion euros respectively by 2022. France’s…

US COVID-19 labour strike wave will grow

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UNITED STATES

Congress has passed three COVID-19 relief packages, which include payroll support for shuttered businesses to retain employees. Congress now eyes a fourth package to expand…