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Fiscal Measures to Combat the Coronavirus

(click to enlarge) As the coronavirus has spread across the globe, it has paralyzed economies. With widespread quarantines, demand has lagged, supply chains have been...

The Coming Decline of Global Trade

(click to enlarge) The World Trade Organization revised its forecast for global trade this year to reflect the impact of the coronavirus pandemic — and...

Rosneft Leaves Venezuela

The threat of more sanctions has forced Rosneft to pull out of the country.

The German Economy Is in Trouble

An index measuring the business climate in Germany indicates dire expectations.

Healthcare Resources in the European Union

Medical resources are increasingly in short supply in many countries affected by the coronavirus outbreak.

Canada’s Oil Industry by the Numbers

Canada ranks among the top five crude oil producers in the world.

Mounting US Student Loan Debt

The rising cost of higher education in the United States is unsustainable.

Global Leaders in Military Expenditure

The United States, unsurprisingly, spends more on the military than any other country in the world.

A Timeline of Unrest in Iraq

Demands of the protesters have evolved over the past several months.

The Nile River Dispute From Ethiopia’s Perspective

(click to enlarge) The Nile River and its tributaries have served as a lifeline for human civilization in the Nile River basin for centuries. Today,...

Coronavirus: The Risks to Russia and Central Asia

The countries of this region have already started to close border crossings to contain the virus' spread.

The State of Europe’s Economies

Slowed growth makes these countries vulnerable to broader global economic downturns.

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