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Russian crisis plan has modest aims and limited funds

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RUSSIA

Russia's rescue plan for the economy.

COP27 points to mixed progress on climate issues

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INTERNATIONAL

Issues of funding and accessibility were nevertheless left unresolved and efforts to phase out fossil fuels stalled. The latter issue looks set to become a major bone of…

Islamic State finances can withstand oil losses

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SYRIA/IRAQ

The US-led coalition operating in Iraq and Syria has stepped up efforts to disrupt ISG's financial operations in recent months, primarily through the bombing of oil production…

East Timor will struggle to improve economic outlook

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EAST TIMOR

The country is trying to rebuild its economy, which contracted by an estimated 7.6% in 2020. The fallout of the COVID-19 crisis has cut oil and gas income, which contributes about…

Oil prices will increase Ecuador's fiscal pressures

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ECUADOR

The collapse of world oil prices has brought fiscal policy sharply into focus in Ecuador. At a time when the budget deficit is widening and the opposition is strengthening, the…

Middle East militias reshape politics and business

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MIDDLE EAST

The impact of the rise of militias on the Middle East.

Russian economic strategy will mix diverse approaches

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RUSSIA

The Kremlin is open to a range of viewpoints, and various plans are being drafted to avoid stagnation and reignite the growth rates of the 2000s.

External factors will shape Uganda's near-term growth

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UGANDA

Ugandan economic outlook.

Venezuela oil outlook shows few grounds for optimism

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VENEZUELA

Venezuela's crumbling oil sector.

Short-term economic outlook is challenging in Suriname

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SURINAME

Combined with rising food import costs, higher energy prices are reducing consumer purchasing power and increasing social frustration. The government of President Chandrikapersad…