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Trump's tariffs hurt more than just China
Trump's tariffs may spare China but could disrupt global trade, posing potential collateral damage for businesses
3 days ago
Banking & finance
The wealthy will shield Asian banks from Trump tariffs
Asian billionaires have been at the forefront of growth. They will be in pole position in the coming years, too
18 days ago
Geopolitics
Israel and Iran are likely to escalate
An Israeli attack against Iran is a high-risk, high-reward strategy
24 days ago
Global review
Developing countries can't count on manufacturing to supercharge growth
As the global economy slows, a diversified approach to growth appears to be the winning ticket
24 days ago
Geopolitics
Trump return brings fresh uncertainty for stunned global leaders
'The biggest losers from this election are the Europeans for sure, by far'
24 days ago
BRICS
The Brics still don’t matter
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host the 2024 Brics Summit. What will come of it?
October 24, 2024
Geopolitics
Xi, Putin score wins as more Asia leaders aim to join BRICS
The potential benefits for joining BRICS go beyond geopolitics.
June 23, 2024
Geopolitics
Europe has ‘no choice’ but to increase defence spending: former Finland PM Sanna Marin
Europe has no choice but to increase defence spending, says Marin, “because we cannot always rely on the help of the US”.
June 18, 2024
Geopolitics
America can lead the multipolar world — if it chooses: Gordon Brown
“[America] is now in a multipolar era where it must act multilaterally.”
June 14, 2024