As world leaders and policymakers convene at COP29 in Azerbaijan, the spotlight is on securing funding mechanisms to aid developing nations in addressing climate change. The central focus lies in leveraging private sector investments, yet persistent barriers hinder progress. The… Read More ›
Geopolitics
The Growing Influence Of China In Latin America And The Changing Geopolitical Landscape
As the world grapples with shifting international power dynamics, one of the most significant geopolitical developments in recent years has been China’s increasing influence in Latin America. This growing footprint has the potential to reshape the region’s political, economic, and… Read More ›
The UK-US Trade Relationship During Trump’s Presidency: What To Expect In The Coming Years
When Donald Trump took office as U.S. President in 2017, one of his early priorities was to renegotiate trade deals that he believed were unfavorable to the United States. His approach to trade was centered on the “America First” ideology,… Read More ›
Bearish Outlook For Oil Prices As OPEC+ Faces Challenges In 2025
As the global oil market enters 2025, experts are predicting a significant drop in oil prices, driven by the potential unwinding of output cuts by the OPEC+ alliance. The fear of falling prices is compounded by a sluggish post-COVID recovery,… Read More ›
U.S. Companies Brace For Impact Of Trump’s Proposed Tariffs
Following the election of President-elect Donald Trump, U.S. companies have been grappling with the looming threat of his proposed trade policies, which include the possibility of escalating tariffs. Throughout the 2024 campaign, Trump made clear his intention to implement universal… Read More ›
Why Elon Musk Won’t Be The Next Henry Kissinger In U.S.-China Relations
As tensions between the United States and China continue to mount, some observers have speculated that high-profile American businessmen like Elon Musk might serve as informal intermediaries to bridge the diplomatic gap. Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has… Read More ›
China’s Expanding Trade Surplus Raises Global Concerns Amid Economic Imbalance
China’s trade surplus is reaching unprecedented levels, setting the stage for rising tensions with global trading partners who are already grappling with concerns over economic imbalances. As China’s exports far outpace imports, its projected trade surplus could reach nearly $1… Read More ›
Trump’s Tariff Threats: Is The World Heading Toward A Global Trade War?
Former President Donald Trump’s re-election has sent shockwaves through the global economy, as he has revived his hardline stance on tariffs, proposing sweeping taxes on all imported goods to the United States. Unlike his previous term, when tariffs were aimed… Read More ›
Trump’s Trade Policies Could Drive Factory Relocation Surge From China To Southeast Asia, But Risks Remain
With Donald Trump’s recent election victory, a new wave of factory relocations from China to Southeast Asia is anticipated, as companies brace for potential 60% tariffs on Chinese goods entering the U.S. Southeast Asia, already a key manufacturing hub for… Read More ›
China Holds Steady Amid Potential U.S. Trade Risks, Investors Seek Greater Stimulus As Trump’s Trade Policies Loom
As China’s top legislative body, the National People’s Congress (NPC), approved a 10 trillion yuan ($1.4 trillion) package on Friday to help local governments address hidden debt, investors were left with mixed feelings. Many had hoped for a more substantial… Read More ›