Author: Editor
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February 2025
The Islamic Republic celebrates its 46th anniversary with public shows of anger against the revolutionary regime and economic deterioration undermining the republic’s legitimacy. Trump has his eyes on squeezing Iranian oil, aimed as exacerbating these woes. PoliticalPublic discontent. On February 9th during the 46th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, protestors in several Iranian cities—including…
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February 2025
The Islamic Republic celebrates its 46th anniversary with public shows of anger against the revolutionary regime and economic deterioration undermining the republic’s legitimacy. Trump has his eyes on squeezing Iranian oil, aimed as exacerbating these woes. Public discontent. On February 9th during the 46th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, protestors in several Iranian cities—including…
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February 2025
Nigeria’s economy is experiencing mixed signals—modest growth, a strengthening Naira, but persistent inflation and concerning debt servicing costs. Trump’s second term will likely bring tougher immigration policies for Nigeria and along with that, reduced security cooperation, and funding cuts for health initiatives, but we do see potential gains for Nigeria’s oil sector.… Read the rest
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February 2025
Nigeria’s economy is experiencing mixed signals—modest growth, a strengthening Naira, but persistent inflation and concerning debt servicing costs. Trump’s second term will likely bring tougher immigration policies for Nigeria and along with that, reduced security cooperation, and funding cuts for health initiatives, but we do see potential gains for Nigeria’s oil sector.…… Read the rest
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February 2025
Egypt faces a complex array of economic and political challenges that will shape its domestic and international landscape throughout 2025. The path moving forward is filled with significant challenges. Most significant will be President Sisi’s relationship with Washington but he also can’t ignore his domestic obligations – there are real economic hurdles to jump.…… Read…
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February 2025
Egypt faces a complex array of economic and political challenges that will shape its domestic and international landscape throughout 2025. The path moving forward is filled with significant challenges. Most significant will be President Sisi’s relationship with Washington but he also can’t ignore his domestic obligations – there are real economic hurdles to jump.…… Read…
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February 2025
With Trump’s tariffs now confirmed, Mexico faces economic uncertainty, political tensions, and security challenges. The government remains firm, promoting investment, nearshoring, and trade diversification to counter risks. While industries dependent on U.S. exports brace for impact, major corporations continue expanding, signalling long-term confidence. Security policies aim to contain cartel violence, and judicial reforms add further…
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September 2024
The new president’s cabinet, while not as inclusive as fellow reformists would like, has at least been approved by the Majilis in a show of unity, under pressure from the Supreme Leader. Pezeshkian’s political honeymoon had barely started when he was faced with his first major crisis – responding to Israel’s assassination of Hamas leader…
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January 2025
Pakistan continues to face formidable challenges on all fronts. Political, economic, security risks, and sectarian unrest are all simmering. Add a little geopolitical pepper to the pot, and things are getting spicy. The government, and by extension, the military, continues to view political opposition as a threat that must be quashed rather than as a…
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January 2025
Kazakhstan’s dominant regional and global position seems secure for now. President Tokayev’s strong and stable persona remains in place. His political vision, public priorities, and his efforts to address economic growth, social justice, and regional security remain unchanged by New Year resolutions. Kazakhstan is continuing along its path of reform, but Tokayev's control over the…