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Papua New Guinea's economy is set to weaken

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PAPUA NEW GUINEA

The economic outlook for Papua New Guinea.

Political uncertainty will deter investment in Fiji

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FIJI

The economic outlook for Fiji.

Parallel imports continue to support Russia’s economy

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RUSSIA

Parallel imports have played a crucial role in securing the supply of goods for the Russian economy. The creation and management of parallel import channels is now an important…

China’s dual circulation goals alter commodity markets

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INT

The country relies heavily on imports of natural resources and technology. China’s trade surpluses are less pronounced with the major commodity producers. Growing geopolitical…

Cuba to return to emergency economics

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CUBA

The measure is part of Washington’s latest efforts to squeeze the Cuban economy and force a change of government in Havana. It comes on top of an already tense situation, as Cuba…

Mongolian election will reconfigure politics

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MONGOLIA

The introduction of proportional representation opens the way for more parties to enter the legislature. Parties and candidates have tactical decisions to make in a bid to…

Chinese firms face changing competition in Myanmar

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MYANMAR

Myanmar's new government needs foreign investment to pay for development, creating fresh opportunities for China. However, attitudes to foreign investment within Myanmar's…

Trade will not drive Latin America recovery this year

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LATIN AMERICA

These include a reorganisation of global value chains, an increase in intraregional trade in the other regions and a resurgence of economic nationalism. The report urges increased…

South Africa logistics crisis will be tough to resolve

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SOUTH AFRICA

The deal represents a major step forward in efforts to reform the transport sector, but dysfunctional rail and port networks continue to constrain exports and economic growth.

Mexico is unlikely to become a lithium powerhouse

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MEXICO

Within 48 hours, Congress instead approved a plan to nationalise exploitation of lithium, prohibit new concessions and create a state-owned enterprise (SOE) to monopolise the…