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Sale of Russian oil giant is due before year-end

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RUSSIA

Rosneft's purchase of the Bashneft oil company prior to its own privatisation raises questions about the Russian government's commitment to market liberalisation, since the deal…

Moldova's separatist region in no rush for conflict

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MOLDOVA

The war in Ukraine has increased concerns about Moscow's intentions towards the separatist region of Transnistria, perhaps an overland offensive if Odessa is captured. Despite…

Key challenges to redefine Mexico’s political balance

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MEXICO

A January 18 Reforma survey showed President Enrique Pena Nieto’s popular approval rating to have plummeted to 12%, from 24% in December. With US President Donald Trump’s first…

Turkish-US talks may limit Armenian genocide damage

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TURKEY/US

Erdogan adopted a relatively conciliatory tone and stopped short of declaring retaliatory measures, for fear of the economic consequences in particular, despite the fact that most…

Insecurity and drought undermine Madagascar president

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MADAGASCAR

Rifts within the political elite are deepening, evidenced by the departure of former Prime Minister Jean Ravelonarivo -- and his cabinet -- last month. However, the installation…

French voters will respond to reforms in the street

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FRANCE

Update on Macron’s reform agenda.

Teacher protests to impact Poland and Hungary politics

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POLAND/HUNGARY

Hungary and Poland have since 2022 seen a powerful wave of protests and strikes by educators and students. In both countries, teachers have challenged the overhaul of national…

Haiti’s political crisis weighs on economic growth

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HAITI

Widespread political turmoil has prevented elections to choose new representatives and senators, as well as the approval of a budget. Protests against poverty and corruption have…

COVID-19 scandals to foster frustration in Panama

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PANAMA

COVID-19 corruption concerns in Panama.

Algeria’s budget will drive up public debt

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ALGERIA

The budget is geared towards boosting living standards ahead of the presidential elections towards the end of the year, in which President Abdelmadjid Tebboune will most likely…