Ukraine’s needed post-war institutional changes
Tymofiy Mylovanov and Gerard Roland argue that Ukraine must strive to become a full-fledged liberal democracy and identify priorities for the country’s institutional reconstruction
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Global Economy
Africa’s mineral resources are critical for the green energy transition
The UN warns that the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources will have to be ramped up. Danielle Marais discusses the role African mineral resources will have to play in the transition
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Scaling up climate finance for EMDEs
The growing impact of global warming reminds us of the urgency of the green transition. Bo Li argues that without decisive action things are set to get worse
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The evolution of Russia sanctions in 2022
Russia’s entry into Ukraine set off an unprecedented wave of sanctions and export controls. Nancy Fischer, Steven Farmer and Iris Karaman review the impact on Russia and the global economy
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Navigating international trade through economic turbulence
International trade is returning to pre-pandemic levels, but threats are emerging. Graham Bright discusses potential obstacles to trade
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The BVI – resilient and rebuilding
The BVI is a leading player in the global economy. Simon Gray says this demonstrates the strength and resilience of the financial services sector
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To cap or not to cap: the deal Europe needs on energy prices
Simone Tagliapietra, Georg Zachmann and Jeromin Zettelmeyer argue that a EU gas price cap would be counterproductive, but the reasons why it is supported widely must be addressed
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Will the European Union price cap on Russian oil work?
The G7 Russian oil price cap is an ambitious but untested instrument. Ben McWilliams, Simone Tagliapietra and Georg Zachmann argue that, despite pitfalls, the cap has the potential to be the most of potent sanctions
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The flag of choice
World Commerce Review interviews Cameron Mitchell who discusses how the Isle of Man Ship Registry adds real value in a rapidly changing global maritime environment
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China’s zero-COVID reckoning
Kent Matthews considers China’s zero-COVID strategy and illustrates how economic growth may not recover
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