Economy & Politics

January 17, 2024

Zelensky’s Davos pitch calls for immediate support, long-term investment

Facing an immediate cash crunch Ukraine’s leader made a new plea for financial support, but also pitched to global CEOs about the long-term need—and opportunities—for investment […]
January 13, 2024

A surgical strike on Russian passports could dampen enthusiasm for Putin’s ‘New World Order’

The collective West must close ranks to enforce a uniform travel ban and more stringent banking restrictions on Russia’s entire citizenry. Doing so will serve as […]
January 12, 2024

Central Asia and the South Caucasus are well set for relatively high levels of growth in 2024

Uncertainty surrounding the evolution of Russia’s war on Ukraine plays an important role in shaping the regional outlook, says the World Bank. Excluding these two economies, […]