Emerging Markets: Turkey Shifts to Austerity, But Will It Be Enough?
Finance Minister Berat Albayrak unveils a new austerity drive, but the plan does nothing about the mountain of toxic debt in Turkey’s private sector.
The Winding Road to Direct Taliban Talks
Here's some background on the direct US-Taliban negotiations that are set to commence in Doha.
Glacier Watch: China-Kazakhstan Water Conflict and the Lake Balkhash Basin
Glacier shrinkage in the Lake Balkhash basin is set to exacerbate water shortages in an already arid part of the world, creating a potential water conflict between China and Kazakhstan.
Outlook 2019: Key Elections (Americas and Middle East)
The year ahead will see pivotal electoral contests in Canada, Israel, and Argentina.
Battle for Key Port Rages in Yemen
Another ceasefire evaporates as the vital port of Hodeida erupts in fighting.
Backgrounder: Sweden Elections 2018
Upcoming elections are being billed as a fight for the country’s soul, but this is one battle that’s likely to end in stalemate.
Taliban Redux: Opportunities and Challenges for China in Afghanistan
The new geopolitical reality on China’s borders could trade short-term pain for long-term gain.
Strategic Commodities 2.0: Global Lithium Supply
New energy paradigms demand new strategic commodities. This article examines factors impacting lithium supply over the next decade.
COVID-19: Economic Impact Round-up (2-20-2020)
Recounting the latest economic disruptions due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Ghosts of Occupy Haunt the Hong Kong Authorities
In an echo of 2014, protesters marching en masse in Hong Kong. And this time they might actually achieve their goal.