Authoritarianism is on the rise, even in Europe, and the “new world disorder” is messier than a simple fight between democracies and autocracies.
Tag: Economic Conditions and Trends
U.K. Government Goes Full Tilt on Tax Cuts and Free-Market Economics
The new administration’s plans are a break from the Boris Johnson era and represent a turn toward Thatcherism. The negative reaction from financial markets underscored the extent of the gamble.
Russia’s Invasion Shadows U.N. Assembly Amid ‘Colossal Global Dysfunction’
Presidents Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey and Emmanuel Macron of France used the gathering as a stage to cast themselves as would-be peacemakers in the war in Ukraine.
Egypt Feels Pain of Global Disruptions Wrought by War and Pandemic
The country’s economy has been very hard hit by cascading crises which have disrupted worldwide trade.
Ostracized by the West, Russia Finds a Partner in Saudi Arabia
The two oil-producing countries have extended their partnership even as the United States and Europe have sought to punish and isolate Russia for invading Ukraine.
The U.S. Touts Big Investments for Mexico, Testing Its Nationalist Policies
U.S. officials are looking south for a strategic partner to create a regional manufacturing hub that can rival China. But there are still doubts over Mexico’s willingness to cater to foreign industry.
Oppressive Blackouts Force Lebanese to Change Rhythm of Life
With electricity coming on at random times, and for only an hour or two a day, residents have had to find coping strategies — including doing laundry and charging everything they can after midnight.
Oppressive Blackouts Force Lebanese to Change Rhythm of Life
With electricity coming on at random times, and for only an hour or two a day, residents have had to find coping strategies — including doing laundry and charging everything they can after midnight.
As Crises Mount, Europe Turns Once Again to Big Spending
The standoff with Russia over Ukraine and rising energy prices are rapidly overturning European economic orthodoxy, with barely a peep of dissent.
Liz Truss, New UK Leader, Lays Out Energy Price Cap Plan
Facing severe economic headwinds, Prime Minister Liz Truss announced emergency measures to freeze gas and electricity rates.